DNA India praises the slick aerial spectacle and Hrithik’s commanding performance. Chest thumping nationalism and familiar storytelling make the near three hour film uneven.

India TV praises the emotional passages and convincing visual effects but finds excessive ground level drama, a slow first half and insufficient aerial action.

Filmibeat calls it a wholesome package of action, emotion, drama and patriotism. Hrithik steals the show, with Deepika and Anil also impressive.

BollywoodLife celebrates the film as an aerial action extravaganza and perfect Republic Day entertainer. Hrithik is effortless, while Deepika and Anil strongly support him.

Hindustan Times finds it an immersive, adrenaline fuelled patriotic entertainer. The action, attractive performances and engaging screenplay largely conceal its logical loopholes.

Koimoi criticizes the hollow character writing, weak chemistry and intrusive songs. Hrithik and especially Deepika are considered badly underutilized.

Pinkvilla calls it rousing, emotionally stirring cinematic brilliance with gripping action, impactful dialogue and excellent performances. A few cheesy lines are minor drawbacks.

Bollywood Hungama labels it a paisa vasool patriotic entertainer powered by the leads, massy action and emotional moments. Tighter editing and better music were needed.

News18 calls it satisfying popcorn entertainment combining action, drama, romance, music and emotion. The commercial screenplay effectively plays to the gallery.

NDTV finds it watchable and technically polished, with solid work from Hrithik, Deepika and Anil. Clichés, jingoism and a weak villain limit it.