Gaddalakonda Ganesh (valmiki) (U/A)
20/Sep/2019 Comedy, Drama 2hrs 10mins

2.50

Varun Steals the Thunder

Though Harish Shankar has retained the basic structure and story, he has also turned this into a mass movie. Moreover, it is too lengthy. Nevertheless, the film makes an entertaining watch for many reasons � the songs, the dialogues, and above all Varun's performance. It is an okay watch. (more)

Source: GreatAndhra, greatandhra.com

3.50

Harish Shankar and Varun Tej make Gaddalakonda Ganesh their own

Watch Gaddalakonda Ganesh this weekend if dark comedies and dramas revolving around two contrasting characters are your cup of tea. Watch it especially for Varun Tej's performance as the gangster. But don't go in expecting a typical Harish Shankar mass masala film, for you will leave disappointed.(more)

Source: Neeshita Nyayapati, Times Of India

3.00

The film is Varun Tej's show all the way

almiki aka Gaddhalakonda Ganesh runs on Varun's act. It is his show all the way. The film offers some fun moments as well. On the downside, it has lengthy runtime and not-so-convincing climax portions. Overall, it is an entertaining watch.(more)

Source: Moviebuzz, Sify.com

2.50

Not-so-faithful remake of Jigarthanda

Director Harish Shankar's Valmiki, renamed Gaddalakonda Ganesh a few hours before its release, is a rehashed version of Tamil film Jigarthanda, but with a mellowed down screenplay.(more)

Source: Janani, India Today

2.50

Uses Jigarthanda's Plot And Serves It Up With Commercial Garnish

The entertaining film is packed with inside jokes, but a laugh is inevitably followed by a wince.(more)

Source: Sankeertana Varma, Filmcompanion.in

3.00

Gaddalakonda Ganesh Review

'Gaddalakonda Ganesh' is a mixed bag. It's lengthy at 173 minutes. The second half tells the actual story. The first half establishes the premise and keeps dragging on and on. The comedy works in fits and starts. The romantic tracks are sub-par. Characters speak of the greatness of cinema with...(more)

Source: IndiaGlitz , IndiaGlitz.com

3.00

Passable Gangster

Gaddalakonda Ganesh is a passable mass drama which has a few good moments. Varun Tej leads from the front with his solid performance and rocking makeover. The fun generated works in places and keeps the audience engaged. But a lengthy run time, lack of strong emotions and dragged climax take down th...(more)

Source: 123telugu Team, 123telugu.com