W/O Ram (2018) Review – Rating, Verdict & Box Office | Tollybo
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W/O Ram (2018) Review
Directed by Vijay Yelakanti, W/O Ram (2018) is a Telugu thriller film starring Lakshmi Manchu, Srikanth, Priyadarshi Pullikonda. With the police stalling the investigation into her husband's murder, Deeksha decides to set up an investigation of her own to find the killers. However, as she gets closer to the truth, she invites trouble from some dangerous people Our Rating: 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 19 Jul 2018. Runtime: 1h 59m.
W/O Ram(2018)
Telugu · Thriller
1h 59m · 19 Jul 2018
Music: Raghu Dixit | DOP: Samala Bhasker | Writer: Sundeep Ganta, Charu Gupta, Vijay Yelakanti
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
📖 Story
W/O Ram is a Telugu thriller that revolves around a woman who wakes up to find her husband missing and embarks on a tense journey to uncover the truth behind his disappearance, unraveling dark secrets and confronting unexpected dangers.
Lakshmi Manchu: Strong and convincing portrayal of a distressed wife, carrying the emotional weight of the film.
Srikanth: Solid supporting role with a restrained and impactful presence.
Priyadarshi Pullikonda: Notable for bringing a fresh and natural performance to the thriller genre.
💪 Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- ✓Engaging and suspenseful storyline
- ✓Lakshmi Manchu's performance
- ✓Tight screenplay with minimal loopholes
- ✓Effective background score by Raghu Dixit
Weaknesses
- ✕Pacing issues in the second half
- ✕Some underdeveloped supporting characters
- ✕Predictable climax for thriller enthusiasts
🎬 Direction & Writing
Vijay Yelakanti delivers a focused and taut thriller with a strong narrative drive, though the screenplay occasionally falters in maintaining consistent tension throughout.
📰 Critic Reviews
The basic strength for any thriller is the screenplay. Debutant director Vijay has succeeded in that part. Thrillers are all about misleading the audiences with a different point of view and then reveal the real story in the climax. Climax of the film is pretty good. However, the narration is slow and some parts of the…
📰 Ratings Sources
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| 2.5 |
Our Rating
💰 Box Office Collection
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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards
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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics
Critics appreciated the film's attempt at a realistic thriller with strong performances, especially by Lakshmi Manchu. However, some noted the film's pacing issues and a somewhat predictable narrative as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When did W/O Ram release in theatres?▾
W/O Ram released on 19 July 2018 (2018).
Is W/O Ram a hit or flop?▾
W/O Ram is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Where to watch W/O Ram online? OTT release date?▾
W/O Ram OTT release date not announced yet.
Who directed W/O Ram?▾
W/O Ram directed by Vijay Yelakanti. Produced by Lakshmi Manchu.
Who are the main cast members of W/O Ram?▾
W/O Ram stars Lakshmi Manchu, Srikanth, Priyadarshi Pullikonda.
What is the Tollybo rating for W/O Ram?▾
Tollybo rates W/O Ram 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Who composed the music for W/O Ram?▾
Music for W/O Ram composed by Raghu Dixit.
What is the genre and runtime of W/O Ram?▾
W/O Ram — Genre: Thriller, Runtime: 119 minutes, Language: Telugu.