The release of the film was delayed after the
Censor Board's refusal to give films CBFC certificates. The producer of the film attempted suicide after he was unable to release the film. Archana Nathan of
The Hindu opined that "
Half Mentalu, with its half-baked plot and misunderstood idea of love drives you mad, for sure". Sunayana Suresh of
The Times of India criticised Sandeepa's dialogue delivery but wrote that "The biggest highlight of the film are Bharath BJ's tunes. These come as much-needed respite between the confused narrative". G. S. Kumar of
Filmfare gave a similar review and criticised Sandeepa's acting and stated that "The only good part in this movie is its music, composed by B J Bharath". Shashiprasad S. M. of
Deccan Chronicle wrote that "there could not have been a more appropriate name for a film that highlights its shoddy making and the sad plight of the unknowing audience who watched a bit too much of it". ==References==