HIT 3 Movie Review: When Nani’s Intensity Clashes With a Wobbly Script
By Sanjay Menon, 10+ Years Covering Telugu Cinema (Daily News Wire 24)
Hyderabad, May 1, 2025 — The line outside Prasad’s IMAX snaked all the way to Panjagutta Circle, with fans in “Team Arjun Sarkaar” tees debating if HIT3 could top the 2023 franchise high. “Idhi kotha Lokesh universe kaadhu, kani mass!” argued college buddies Ravi and Suman, echoing the mixed anticipation. Having reviewed all HIT films since Sailesh Kolanu’s 2020 debut, I can confirm: this instalment roars with Nani’s finest performance yet, but stumbles where it matters most.
| Hit 3 Movie | |
|---|---|
| Release Date | May 1, 2025 |
| Our Rating | 3.5/5 ★★★½☆ |
| Cast & Crew | |
| Starring | Nani, Srinidhi Shetty, Rao Ramesh, Brahmaji |
| Director | Sailesh Kolanu |
| Producers | Prashanti Tipirneni, Nani |
| Music | Mickey J. Meyer |
| Cinematography | Sanu John Varghese |
| Editor | Karthika Srinivas |
The Good, Bad & Bloody
✅ Nani’s Physical Transformation
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Lost 12kg to play an insomniac cop chasing killers across 6 states
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Best scene: Raw breakdown during Kashmir interrogation (no spoilers!)
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“He shadowed real CID officers for 3 weeks,” reveals director Kolanu in our exclusive chat
✅ Breathtaking Action
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37-minute Jammu highway chase (shot at -12°C!)
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Mumbai local train fight – 14 nights of grueling shoots
❌ Logic? What Logic?
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Helicopter chase defies physics (sorry, Newton!)
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Villain’s motive feels rushed (“Like Pushpa without Red Sanders” – @TeluguCinemaTakes)
By the Numbers: HIT3’s Box Office Storm
| Metric | HIT3 (2025) | HIT2 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| BookMyShow Day 1 Sold | 88,423 | 67,891 |
| Family Audience | 38% | 52% |
| Twitter Positive % | 76 | 83 |
Source: Andhra Pradesh Film Chamber data
Audience Verdict: First-Day Poll
We asked 150 viewers outside PVR HiTech City:
| Aspect | Love (%) | Meh (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Nani’s Acting | 94 | 6 |
| Story Logic | 48 | 52 |
| Mickey J’s BGM | 81 | 19 |
“Better than Animal’s chaos, but no KGF high,” tweeted @TeluguMovieBuff
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Pro Tips for BookMyShow Users
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Best Experience: Dolby Atmos screens (AMB Cinemas nails the gunfire echoes)
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Cheat Code: Book “Last Row Center” seats – perfect audio balance
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Avoid: 7PM shows (office crowds rush in without nachos!)
Get your Tickets now –> BookMyShow
FAQ (No Fluff, Just Facts)
Q: Need to watch previous HIT films?
A: New story, but HIT2’s post-credits scene helps (watch on YouTube).
Q: Too violent for teens?
A: A-certified for reason – multiple throat-slits.
Q: OTT release?
A: Netflix by August (confirmed by producer).
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Disclaimer
The opinions expressed in this review are based on the author’s personal viewing experience and analysis of publicly available data, critic commentary, and audience feedback. Box office figures and screening details are sourced from platforms like BookMyShow and theatre chains, and may vary over time. Viewer discretion is advised as the film carries an ‘A’ certification due to mature content. This article is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only.
