Hindustan Times says Ground Zero is a well made thriller that drags slightly but pays off well, combining real life events with engaging storytelling and avoiding chest thumping jingoism.

Koimoi calls Ground Zero a fitting tribute to an unsung hero, praising its straight, minimally dramatized storytelling and Emraan Hashmi’s restrained performance. The review says the film is crisp, patriotic and engaging without heavy masala.

BollywoodLife says Ground Zero balances action and emotion in a gritty thriller, with Emraan Hashmi delivering a restrained performance as a BSF officer on a dangerous mission in Kashmir. The review praises the film’s grounded tone, tension and emotional stakes.

Pinkvilla says Ground Zero is a big screen action thriller worth watching, praising its taut screenplay, Emraan Hashmi’s sincere performance, strong tension and satisfying finale, while noting weak music and a few screenplay inconsistencies.

Bollywood Hungama says Ground Zero is a no nonsense, action packed thriller that benefits from Emraan Hashmi’s restrained yet impactful performance and a gripping final act, though parts feel familiar and the engagement level dips in places.

News18 says Ground Zero is a gripping military thriller in which Emraan Hashmi shines with a restrained and effective performance. The review praises the film’s tension, realistic treatment and patriotic tone without excessive jingoism

Filmibeat says Emraan Hashmi gives a sincere performance in a serious Kashmir drama, but the film is slow paced and not fully engaging. The review says the second half improves, though the film lacks the emotional grip it aims for.

Times of India calls Ground Zero a grounded yet gripping real life BSF saga, saying Emraan Hashmi shines in a restrained role and the film works because of its realistic treatment and mission-driven drama.

India TV News says Ground Zero delivers at the right time and acknowledges an unsung hero, calling it a fine film with several highs and a few lows while appreciating its Kashmiri perspective.

India Today says Emraan Hashmi elevates a relevant story about Kashmir’s silence and fury, framing the film around a soldier’s spirit, patriotism and search for peace in a sensitive region.