Mahesh Babu’s Son Gautam Ghattamaneni’s Alleged 0.5 Rating for ‘Toxic’ Goes Viral, Gives ‘DC’ 4 Stars
Mahesh Babu's son, Gautam Ghattamaneni (20), sparks debate with his Letterboxd reviews, giving Yash's 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' a harsh 0.5 stars. Lokesh Kanagaraj's acclaimed acting debut in 'DC', released August 7, 2026.
Film enthusiasts and industry insiders alike are buzzing as Gautam Ghattamaneni, son of Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, continues to trend for his exceptionally candid movie reviews on Letterboxd. The 20-year-old, who recently celebrated his birthday on August 31, 2026, has gained significant attention for his unfiltered opinions, particularly his alleged harsh assessment of the highly anticipated Yash-starrer, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups. ‘Toxic’ Movie Review: His Aura Hits You! Yash’s Stylish Gangster Drama and Psychological Thriller Delivers the Goods.
Gautam Ghattamaneni's Unfiltered Take on 'Toxic' and Beyond
Gautam Ghattamaneni's Letterboxd profile, which reportedly features ratings for over 400 films, has become a hot topic. His 0.5-star rating for Geetu Mohandas's directorial Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is among his lowest and has sparked widespread debate.
The action-packed psychological thriller, starring Yash alongside Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria, and Rukmini Vasanth, released worldwide on August 26, 2026. Despite opening to strong box office numbers, crossing INR 313 crore worldwide as of September 2, 2026, Toxic has received a mixed response from both critics and audiences, with Gautam's rating adding another layer to the ongoing discussion.
His honesty extends beyond blockbuster releases. Gautam has not shied away from rating his father's films, giving a modest 1 star to Brahmotsavam and 2 stars each to Nijam and Vamsi. However, he has also lauded Mahesh Babu's acclaimed works like Pokiri and 1: Nenokkadine with a perfect 5-star rating.
Other notable ratings from Gautam's profile include:
- Liger: 0.5 stars
- Kalki 2898 AD: 2.5 stars
- Dhurandhar: 4 stars
- Dhurandhar: The Revenge (Dhurandhar 2): 3 stars
- Sholay: 5 stars
- Baahubali 2: 5 stars
- Pelli Choopulu: 4.5 stars
- Sita Ramam: 4.5 stars
- Project Hail Mary: 5 stars
- Knives Out: 5 stars
- Jersey: 5 stars
Lokesh Kanagaraj's Acclaimed Acting Debut in 'DC'
While Gautam's reviews are stirring conversations, acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj has made a significant mark with his acting debut in the romantic action film DC. Directed by Arun Matheswaran and produced by Kalanithi Maran's Sun Pictures, DC premiered in theatres worldwide on August 7, 2026.
Kanagaraj takes on the lead role of Devadas "Das," alongside Wamiqa Gabbi as Chandra and Sanjana Krishnamoorthy as Parvathy. The film, which draws inspiration from Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's novel Devdas and the American outlaw duo Bonnie and Clyde, has garnered critical acclaim for Arun Matheswaran's direction, Lokesh and Gabbi's performances, gripping action sequences, and Anirudh Ravichander's music. DC also proved to be a commercial success, grossing over INR 100 crore against a budget of INR 25 crore, establishing itself as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of 2026.
Fans who missed DC on the big screen will soon have the opportunity to watch it from home, as the film is slated for its OTT premiere on Sun NXT on September 4, 2026. ‘DC’ Movie Review: Anirudh Ravichander’s Score Powerfully Elevates Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Hero Debut in This Revenge Saga.
Gautam Ghattamaneni's emergence as an honest and fearless film critic has added an exciting new dimension to South Indian cinema discussions, proving that a star kid's opinions are not always swayed by familial ties. Simultaneously, Lokesh Kanagaraj's successful foray into acting with DC demonstrates his versatility and further solidifies his standing as a multifaceted talent in the industry.
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