On a modest budget, the film grossed over ₹9.5 crore worldwide and was declared a commercial hit.
The film received highly positive reviews , particularly for Allari Naresh’s performance, which was widely considered one of the best of his career. Reviewers praised the film’s "grit and intent" but noted that the second half sometimes felt "unnecessarily dramatic". On a modest budget, the film grossed over ₹9
A central element of the film is its focus on Section 211 of the Indian Penal Code, which allows individuals to take legal action against those who falsely implicate them in crimes. On a modest budget