Minor flaws, mostly decent.
Well made on a technical level. I really liked the creative choice of avoiding background music in most of the action and combat scenes, which makes them feel more real and grounded. The cinematography is strong, especially in how it captures the action, and the use of real locations is refreshing in a time when so many films rely heavily on green screens.
The performances are solid across the board. Vicky Kaushal continues to prove why he’s such a fine actor, improving with almost every film since Masaan. Here, he flows effortlessly through all kinds of scenes, whether serious, emotional, or action-heavy. The supporting cast also does well within their scope. Paresh Rawal is reliable as always, Yami Gautam makes good use of her limited screen time, and Kirti Kulhari delivers a decent performance despite a smaller role. Rakesh Bedi stands out in his brief appearance, reminding you of his class.
The film feels fresh and quite different from the usual Bollywood war films, which works in its favor. Director Aditya Dhar’s visual approach is unique, and the editing is tight, keeping the film engaging without unnecessary detours. While it occasionally leans into familiar, generic war film territory, it manages to recover and ultimately stands as a decent and entertaining watch.
Minor flaws, mostly decent.
Well made on a technical level. I really liked the creative choice of avoiding background music in most of the action and combat scenes, which makes them feel more real and grounded. The cinematography is strong, especially in how it captures the action, and the use of real locations is refreshing in a time when so many films rely heavily on green screens.
The performances are solid across the board. Vicky Kaushal continues to prove why he’s such a fine actor, improving with almost every film since Masaan. Here, he flows effortlessly through all kinds of scenes, whether serious, emotional, or action-heavy. The supporting cast also does well within their scope. Paresh Rawal is reliable as always, Yami Gautam makes good use of her limited screen time, and Kirti Kulhari delivers a decent performance despite a smaller role. Rakesh Bedi stands out in his brief appearance, reminding you of his class.
The film feels fresh and quite different from the usual Bollywood war films, which works in its favor. Director Aditya Dhar’s visual approach is unique, and the editing is tight, keeping the film engaging without unnecessary detours. While it occasionally leans into familiar, generic war film territory, it manages to recover and ultimately stands as a decent and entertaining watch.
