DNA India praised the ensemble cast, colourful presentation and Farah Khan's ability to turn a familiar underdog formula into entertaining mainstream spectacle.

Hindustan Times found the film derivative and heavily dependent on familiar Bollywood formulas, but still acknowledged its colourful scale, energetic cast and crowd pleasing moments.

Koimoi liked the cast and some of the first half fun, but found the second half messy, predictable and weakened by an unconvincing heist and forced emotions.

Bollywood Hungama praised the performances, comedy, music, visuals and large scale entertainment, calling it a crowd pleasing film with blockbuster appeal.

Filmibeat praised the performances and Shah Rukh Khan's charisma, but found the story predictable, illogical and too long, with only limited entertainment.

The Times of India enjoyed the cast, glossy presentation and some funny moments, but felt the simple story and nearly three hour length weaken the overall experience.

India TV News enjoyed the humour, action, colourful presentation and ensemble performances, saying the film remains entertaining despite its illogical moments and long runtime.

India Today praised the visuals, locations and star appeal, but found the film very low on content and unable to deliver enough beyond spectacle.

The Indian Express found the film far too long and heavily dependent on Shah Rukh Khan's star power, with little freshness in its heist and dance formula.