Plus:
1. Allu arjun performance
2. Pooja hegde glamour
3. Songs(except box baddali poye)
4. Cinematography
5. Production values
6. Different ending
Minus:
1. Rehashed story of gentleman
2. No valid reason for shastri becoming DJ
3. Crass comedy
4. No emotions
Verdict: Allu saved this routine entertainer
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vjnambu20 June 2019
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shobanchittuprolu23 June 2017Dj:Duvvada Jagannadham (2017):
When we buy a ticket for an Allu Arjun film, we known what we sign up for: a popcorn entertainer, nothing more or nothing less. But with Sarrainodu he tried an entire "Oora Mass Role" which may brought him a super hit but critically the movie was panned.So when he teamed up with Harish Shankar,we may not expect a different movie but entertainment is guaranteed at least in parts.So how is the movie?
Plot:
Dhuvvada Jaganadham(Allu Arjun) is a small time brahmin boy who goes against all odds and helps others. Seeing this quality of his, a high-profile cop(Murali Sharma) asks him to become DJ, a man who fights crime in disguise.This is the same time when Dhuvaada falls in love with Pooja(Pooja Hegde) the daughter of a high profile minister(Posani) involved with yet another crime lord Royyala Naidu(Rao Ramesh) who also operates in disguise.On the other hand, DJ decides to take on Royyala Naidu in his mission but does not know who he is in actual life. Rest of the story is as to how Duvvada Jagannadham alias DJ manages to finish Royyala Naidu.
Plus Points:
1)Pooja Hegde: After a long time,I found an actress in a movie to be a real gorgeous lead.She may have same limited clichéd glamorous role but her glamour is the major pro of the movie.Her bikini show is one of the most eye stunning beauty in Indian Cinema.She matches equal steps with Bunny and her chemistry with the star hero is just awesome.
2)Other Performances: Allu Arjun looks stylish in Dj role.Rao Ramesh emulates his dad, Rao Gopala Rao from Aa Okkati Adakku and does his best.Subba Raju is decent.
3)Gudilo Badilo song: A chart buster already.Visually the song looks ravishing with beautiful locations and neat choreography.
4)Dialogues: Harish has written some genuine funny dialogues which worked most of the time and made a lot of clichéd scenes bearable.Harish Shankar has left his stamp as writer than director. He is known for writing clever punch lines and he has many such here.
Minus Points:
1)Routine story and Screenplay: Dj runs on the same lines of Shankar's Gentleman where a Brahmin Caterer is a secret vigilante (Which is not at all a secret here). But the screenplay is so predictable and clichéd.If not for Harish's dialogues this movie could have been a complete disappointment.
2)Duration: Throughout the movie's run time I have frequently checked my watch.Movie is so much lengthy with no matter at all.
3)Allu Arjun as Brahmin guy: Allu Arjun severely tried to be a Brahmin guy as naturally as possible.But we can clearly see that he is trying to,so he definitely didn't give his best output.
So,Dj is a routine commercial entertainer saved by Pooja Hegde's glamour,Harish's dialogues.
My rating 5.5/10 -
angarkarsourabh9 January 2022Pre release of the made so much hype but it couldn't meet my expectation movie is laggy and slow really best part of the movie is Allu Arjun and his dance music is also a good part but the screenplay is very weak direction is average the story was not related properly at the beginning overall it's a one time watch.
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mohit_sinsniwal26 May 2019When we buy a ticket for an Allu Arjun film, we known what we sign up for: a popcorn entertainer, nothing more or nothing less. And the DJ team had promised that the 'audience will have a blast' in the theatre, Read on to find out if they have delivered on their promise. A misfit, rebellious teenager from the Brahmin community, Duvvada Jagannadham, guns down five goons who try to kill an honest cop at a deserted public place. Without thinking twice, the same kid empties the remaining bullets into a rape accused at the police station from the same gun that he used to kill five bad people earlier that day. It was just the beginning of a series of killings that were about to follow. The honest cop, played by Murali Sharma, sees a warrior in the boy and lets him continue the killings with impunity to uphold justice and punish the wrongdoers so that he can sleep peacefully at night. About 15 minutes into the film, we are introduced to now adult Duvvada Jagannadham (played by Allu Arjun) one of the most loved youngsters in his community. A Brahmin youngster, who has mastered the Vedas and mantras, takes care of his family and its business that is catering services, respects elder, abides by the law (in the day) and keep preaching the right messages to the civil society. He is the ideal son and citizen when he is around his family members. When he steps away, his body and language completely change and he goes by the name DJ, a legend of sorts among the criminals. Any criminal who has the misfortune to see in person means that he has lived his last day on the earth. In simple words, he is a vigilante. But, director Harish Shankar, who has also written the film, has failed to give a solid reason to justify what drives a teenager to kill criminals in cold blood and continue doing so for years. It seems like he overlooked the necessity of logic while writing this film, hoping that the fans would accept Allu Arjun anyway and without questioning. DJ managed to capture the interest of the audience when the filmmakers released the teaser showing Allu in a non-glamorous avatar as a Brahmin boy. And the director has managed to milk that role in the film to the hilt to enthrall the audience. In a scene, DJ introduces himself to a group of goons, before killing them in style as the most interesting and entertaining character. But, actually, it is his Duvvada Jagannadham character that keeps the audience engaged throughout the film. His mannerism and dialogues draw some genuine laughs from the audience. When it comes to DJ, let's say we have seen Allu playing that role in many films under various names in the past. Duvvada Jagannadham's role is rather the only surprise in this regular run-of-the-mill commercial entertainer. Harish, meanwhile, has packed some punch into the screenplay of the film keeping hard- core Allu Arjun fans in mind. Allu's performance is the mainstay. While we expected Vennela Kishore to deliver some rib-tickling comedy, his character and jokes fall flat. Allu excels in the comedy in the film too. It looks like the director has poured all the interesting ideas into one character and made DJ alias Duvvada Jagannadham. Pooja Hegde has convincingly done the given job that is to look stunning in every frame of the film. Especially, she looks ravishing in all the song sequences. Rao Ramesh's character that initially comes across as a clever antagonist, has been compromised just to benefit the DJ character. No other performances stand out in the film except Allu Arjun's. It is a commercial entertainer made by the book and it works to some extent. And yes, composer Devi Sri Prasad's music is a big plus and dance choreography is just the icing on the cake. If you can keep your expectations level low and watch the movie, it might just be the thing for a lazy weekend.
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fillerruth24 June 2017When we buy a ticket for an Allu Arjun film, we known what we sign up for: a popcorn entertainer, nothing more or nothing less. And the DJ team had promised that the 'audience will have a blast' in the theatre, Read on to find out if they have delivered on their promise. A misfit, rebellious teenager from the Brahmin community, Duvvada Jagannadham, guns down five goons who try to kill an honest cop at a deserted public place. Without thinking twice, the same kid empties the remaining bullets into a rape accused at the police station from the same gun that he used to kill five bad people earlier that day. It was just the beginning of a series of killings that were about to follow. The honest cop, played by Murali Sharma, sees a warrior in the boy and lets him continue the killings with impunity to uphold justice and punish the wrongdoers so that he can sleep peacefully at night. About 15 minutes into the film, we are introduced to now adult Duvvada Jagannadham (played by Allu Arjun) one of the most loved youngsters in his community. A Brahmin youngster, who has mastered the Vedas and mantras, takes care of his family and its business that is catering services, respects elder, abides by the law (in the day) and keep preaching the right messages to the civil society. He is the ideal son and citizen when he is around his family members. When he steps away, his body and language completely change and he goes by the name DJ, a legend of sorts among the criminals. Any criminal who has the misfortune to see in person means that he has lived his last day on the earth. In simple words, he is a vigilante. But, director Harish Shankar, who has also written the film, has failed to give a solid reason to justify what drives a teenager to kill criminals in cold blood and continue doing so for years. It seems like he overlooked the necessity of logic while writing this film, hoping that the fans would accept Allu Arjun anyway and without questioning. DJ managed to capture the interest of the audience when the filmmakers released the teaser showing Allu in a non-glamorous avatar as a Brahmin boy. And the director has managed to milk that role in the film to the hilt to enthrall the audience. In a scene, DJ introduces himself to a group of goons, before killing them in style as the most interesting and entertaining character. But, actually, it is his Duvvada Jagannadham character that keeps the audience engaged throughout the film. His mannerism and dialogues draw some genuine laughs from the audience. When it comes to DJ, let's say we have seen Allu playing that role in many films under various names in the past. Duvvada Jagannadham's role is rather the only surprise in this regular run-of-the-mill commercial entertainer. Harish, meanwhile, has packed some punch into the screenplay of the film keeping hard- core Allu Arjun fans in mind. Allu's performance is the mainstay. While we expected Vennela Kishore to deliver some rib-tickling comedy, his character and jokes fall flat. Allu excels in the comedy in the film too. It looks like the director has poured all the interesting ideas into one character and made DJ alias Duvvada Jagannadham. Pooja Hegde has convincingly done the given job that is to look stunning in every frame of the film. Especially, she looks ravishing in all the song sequences. Rao Ramesh's character that initially comes across as a clever antagonist, has been compromised just to benefit the DJ character. No other performances stand out in the film except Allu Arjun's. It is a commercial entertainer made by the book and it works to some extent. And yes, composer Devi Sri Prasad's music is a big plus and dance choreography is just the icing on the cake. If you can keep your expectations level low and watch the movie, it might just be the thing for a lazy weekend.
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saru202017 March 2018Good film with all commercial elements mixed in. I do have an effect of watching Sarrainodu just yesterday.
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karthikeyasharma6125 June 2017Another pathetic movie! I wish I could give this less than 1 rating. We have seen them all. Through out the movie, I kept wondering how on the world could the director view audience's IQ with such contempt in this era. We have seen them all i.e, a misfit, protagonist having another contrasting side etc. This is such a lazy attempt.
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DJ, right from the first minute, is a complete package of Masala. It is too high on comedy and action, what people look for to make them entertained. The story was above average, creates conflicts, interesting to watch. Pooja Hegde was stunning and gorgeous. The antagonists were okay, could have been stronger. There were multiple things which didn't seem to be believable although they did add to the masala entertaining the audience with loads of comedy and action.
If you want to get entertained, this is a proper package and you shall like it. If you look up to why this and why that, you might still like it. -
turagjubayer6 May 2020Not a must watch movie but if you have a lot of time or you are a fan of allu arjun then you can watch it.
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ashuashutosh1 August 2020Total cliche nothing else...total show off.. usually I don't watch these type of movies but one of my friend suggested to watch this.. turned out to be a total disaster.
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mohanhullannavar27 June 2017A cool entertainer...... What else to say.... By trailer, you know that you're not going to a action movie. Then why raise expectations and feel bad..... Watched Brahmotsavam(Mahesh), can you feel my disappointment at that time, movies will be as same as trailers. Expectations lead to disappointment. Expect least,get Happy a lot..... Lot Better than Tubelight....
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saikrishnareddyk4 July 2017DJ(Duvvada Jaganadham) - The movie and its title looks stylish. Concept - The movie concept is based on the mythological characters Lord Krishna And Arjun, where Krishna Helps Arjun to fight out the evil in this world, in the same way DJ is being helped by some of his friends and a police officer. Story - It's a good story, but these type of stories have been already served by many of the story tellers. Screenplay - Harish Shankar is always best with his screenplay and this time too, but doesn't seemed interested in elevating the love angle between Lead Roles. Direction - Though having a good script, Director focuses more on Hero Characterization, styling and some smoky hot shots for the heroine. Dialogues - Some dialogues have a good meaning in them, where as some of them have been remained in silence(some of them are senseless). Production values - Production Values are high and always would be high, since it's an Dil Raju Production(They never reduce their production values). Cinematography - It's one of the asset for the movie which helps in making the movie more stylish. Music - In recent times we are missing the DSP mark. Only two songs the whole album are good. Villain - Another Asset for the movie. Rao Ramesh, one of the finest actors of TFI, rocks the movie with his acting skills. This character has some comic sense which his greatly essayed by him. Initially the character is shown in a Furious manner, but it didn't stand up to the last. Hero - Allu Arjun tried his level best in this DJ Avatar but lacks some intensity which is required for this Character and Looks Ultra Stylish as always he does. Heroine -Pooja Hegde, Biggest Asset for the movie. She stole the show with her Looks and Screen Presence but doesn't have a great character in the movie. It's Just another Bubbly girl character. Subbaraju, Thanikela Bharani, Posani and others have done justice to their roles. Vennala Kishore is an special mention, he tickles and makes you laugh with his comedy timing. Publicity Design - The title looks stylish, which is according to the story. Costumes - There is not much scope for Costumes in this movie, since the story revolves around a Brahmin character, who mostly wears traditional clothes. Art - Art Department shown its best in creating the traditional house setup and streets. VFX - Not a great a work by VFX team, they lack intensity in the Hero Introduction scene where VFX plays an important role. Editing - Editor has done his job. Hero Sidekicks can be removed because they don't play a great role in this movie and their screen presence is less when compared to other characters. Pooja Hegde acted in many movies, but she is more glamorous in this movie when compared to other works of her. This is due to Harish Shankar style of taking. He was Successful in making the movie stylish. It's a not great story in case of elevating the love track. The climax of the movie ends in a comic way, it can be a way better than this.
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kkhan-766418 July 2020Overall its fantastic movie.. Allu always stylish acter.
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vaidyalikhitha5 April 2019Worst movie of allu arjun I didn't expect this s### acting is worst pooja hegde role is portrayed so dumb plot is funny no words to say one thing I can say is allu arjun portrayed the role of being a brahmin in a wrong way this is an insult to brahmins
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mundeparth28 January 2021I know that Telgu movies work on masala commercial entertainers .While other industries are bringing realistic content ,Telgu should try something new. Now I don't have any problems from these movies as they show our culture and Indian sanskriti really well. But movie needs to be entertaining .Very few dialogues made me laugh . Story was descent but screen play was not engaging .Very boring and slow screenplay , slapstick one liners ,a hot heroine for glamour , that's what the movie consists of. Very disappointed from AA and the movie .
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jabeeibraheem29 October 2018This is a worst perfomance of allu arjun
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miledtv14 February 2022Allu Arjun has played the role of DJ in this film. Together, Murli Sharma has appeared in the role of a police officer. Also in the film, Pooja Hegde is seen in the role of Pooja who falls madly in love with DJ i.e. Jagannath Shastri.
Apart from all this, Rao Ramesh has been seen in the role of Villain in the film, Royal Naidu. The film depicts the story of a Brahmin boy who, with the help of a policeman, stays undercover and punishes those who commit crimes in the city. However, his father forbids him to fight and makes him wear a Rudraksha as an oath that as long as it is around his neck, he will not fight with anyone.
As long as the Rudraksh remains around his neck, he is Jagannath Shastri, but when he has to kill a criminal, he takes off the Rudraksh and becomes a DJ.
The concept of the film was quite different, which was very much liked by the audience. Also, like every time, the performance of Allu Arjun was also very much liked by the audience. -
shreelekhad25 June 2017The movie is brilliant and I believe it to be one of the only that address the issues of this new age. Indian audiences have seen plenty of Dual role but Dual personality are rarely seen.
Although there are few comedians, Allu Arjun manages to fill the crowd with laughter perfectly. The story line could have been more polished, but it was an awesome entertainer, not to be missed. -
Achyut_Prashast_Singh20 November 2017Movie: DJ (UA)
Rating: 4.5/5
Allu Arjun has gained a lot of popularity in Northern States, which resulted in his previous breathtaking entertainer SARRAINODU's Hindi version raking in over 100 million views, a record not even achieved by a straight Hindi film. Everyone, including me, was awaiting the Hindi release of DJ. And finally it premiered in Hindi yesterday night, and I'm glad I saw it because I totally enjoyed it.
Allu Arjun is the best thing about DJ. He brilliantly plays the lead role, and keeps the entertainment quotient extremely high. He even pulls out emotional sequences very well and excels in the excellently choreographed and well executed, brilliantly shot action sequences. Pooja Hegde does a fine job. Rao Ramesh is brilliant as well as funny at the same time. Subbaraju impresses once again after BAAHUBALI 2. Murali Sharma is very impressive in the role he plays. Rest of the cast does a great job.
The screenplay is excellent, and the editing is decent.
The action is excellent, as said before, and the cinematography is splendid. The background score is terrific and the visual effects are extremely impressive. The film provides not only a very decent humour, but also some gripping edge-of-the-seat thrills. The ending was quite impressive and the climax was quite an amazing one.
Director Harish Shankar has done his best throughout the film. The dubbing is top notch, and Sanket Mhatre's dubbing for Allu Arjun is another major asset.
Overall, DJ is another excellent action entertainer from Allu Arjun which is likely to make and break new records. And I won't be surprised if the film surpasses the record held by SARRAINODU, which too was very entertaining. -
biswasarjun12 April 2020I like this movie very much because I this movie you larn something about your life..
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savithasiddharth24 January 2018DJ - Allu Arjun....... excellent acting n dance..u r one of the best dancer. Good entertaining movie :)
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prathivanmadavan7 October 2023Best dance for allu arjun.then acting many actors so the all actor and actress suiting as character.allu arjun has best acting,best dance,best of a fight and more.but pooja hegde is such as beautiful action for this movie dj she dance so vibe for seeti maar song and pooja hegde suiting a sexy dress for swimming pool.then acting for the all actors and actress congrats for best acting and allu arjun and pooja hegde you're camackstri is workout in this movie and the director you are making this movie a wonderful action and comedy movie. Then you making next movie accept a allu arjun and pooja hegde.
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rammeher24 June 2021Block buster film.
Story is good and Allu Arjun acting wonderful No can match to Allu Arjun And dance unmatcheble. -
theneverendingreviewer26 February 2022What a movie , full enjoyable. Allu Arjun has proved it that he can do anything with his style. The first fight is so much stylish. In this movie he mixed his style with a pandit look. Good acting by pooja hegde and personally liked the Seeti Maar song. Every shot is taken by perfection and the BGM is awesome. This movie has only a swimming pool scene which can not appropriate for children but overall we can watch it with family.
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rajeshkumar-1508919 May 2021Badiya story line and nice acting Allu Arjun and all character.