Ananthika Sanilkumar’s 8 Vasantalu has found new life on Netflix. It premiered in theatres on June 20 but received a mixed response from viewers and underperformed at the box office. However, its reception has improved significantly following its OTT release.
Viewers are praising 8 Vasantalu for its beautiful visuals, cinematography, music, story, and Ananthika’s mesmerizing performance. The rest of the cast, including Ravi Duggirala, Hanu Reddy, and Kanna Pasunuri, has also earned praise. While critics have pointed out issues with the film’s narrative and pacing, it seems home audiences are more forgiving of these flaws.
Just watched 8 vasantalu
Its is a beautiful movie with the core emotions dealt by director phanindra
Great one
Must watch #8Vasantalu— M@LLIK TEJ SHARMA (@MallikAnumula) July 12, 2025
8 – vasantalu radiates beauty, art, and melody, with stunning cinematography and soulful music that lend a poetic vibe.The dialogues were written very well.#8vasantalu pic.twitter.com/7OxxseoQ6V
— PAVAN (@PAVAN_A201) July 13, 2025
8 Vasantalu – Too Good
A Beautifully Written that Gracefully Captures the Woman’s Life, her Beauty, her Strength, and her Sobriety. Wahhh!
Each Moment Feels Heartfelt and Poetic. The Cinematography is Simply Stunning & Emotinal.
Every Woman should Watch.#8Vasantalu – 3.5/5 pic.twitter.com/4bsWBAWQg8
— sId (@IntrovertSidX) July 12, 2025
8 Vasantalu is such an amazing film that flows like a river. Beautiful story with perfect casting and music that shakes you
I would've never believed in 2019 if I was told a mature female centric film from tollywood and an item number on Lokesh film will release on the same day pic.twitter.com/v8lZgPflm6
— Tarun (@Tk_ache) July 11, 2025
Just watched " 8 Vasantalu" and I am speechless.
The Writing, Poetic and unique narration felt the movie length very less.
Hats off Mr.Phanindra narasetti for showing us the life of Queen.
Great acting by ananthika n rest of d cast.
Wtng for 12 vasanthalu #8vasanthalu #Netflix pic.twitter.com/DDuanGZ8EB— OTT Reviews↗️ (@ottreviews9) July 11, 2025
8 Vasantalu has also been lauded for its soft, poetic tone and its attempt to explore modern love as a journey of personal growth, change, and self-understanding, rather than tight emotional possession. The film promotes letting go of anger and regret, choosing peace, and respecting individual choices in love.
It wouldn’t be surprising if this Ananthika Sanilkumar-starrer makes its way onto Netflix India’s Top 10 list in the coming days. With a strong online buzz now surrounding it, it will be interesting to see how it performs in terms of actual viewership.
The story revolves around Shuddhi Ayodhya (Ananthika), a writer and martial artist who is deeply loved by Varun, until he leaves her to go abroad. Her journey takes a new turn when she meets writer Sanjay in Ooty and unexpectedly inherits a family estate. The film explores how Shuddhi, a woman of self-respect, navigates these life-altering events. Stay tuned for more updates.
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