Overview
- The Telugu sequel released on December 12 after a court dispute involving Eros delayed its earlier date.
- Early viewer posts and preview screenings praise Nandamuri Balakrishna’s commanding performance and several crowd-pleasing set pieces.
- Criticism focuses on a weak screenplay and logic, with complaints about over-the-top action, uneven VFX, and an often overly loud background score.
- Some fans single out S. Thaman’s music and the film’s presentation for acclaim, reflecting a sharp divide between enthusiasts and detractors.
- Bollywood Life, citing Sacnilk, reports day-one estimates of about Rs 22 crore, rising to roughly Rs 30 crore with paid previews, with broader box-office and critical consensus still forming.