Kaabil - Critics reviews

Kaabil

DirectorSanjay Gupta
Produced byRakesh Roshan
Release date25 January 2017
Running time139 minutes
2/5
Koimoi says Hrithik and Ronit Roy perform well, but the story lacks realism and contains too many loopholes to become a convincing revenge thriller.
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Dnaindia.com
Dnaindia.com
Zee Media Corp LtdTop Critic
4/5
DNA India says the film starts slowly but becomes gripping once the revenge begins. Hrithik powers an emotional and forceful thriller despite some weak visual effects.
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3/5
Hindustan Times says Hrithik makes the underdog hero easy to support and carries the film confidently. The story is conventional but works as an enjoyable masala thriller.
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4/5
BollywoodLife says Hrithik delivers a career best performance and carries the dark revenge drama with great emotional force, although its constant violence can become tiring.
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4/5
Bollywood Hungama says the film is gripping and emotional, with strong performances, effective tension and an engaging revenge story that works well as mainstream entertainment.
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2.5/5
News18 says Hrithik gives a committed performance, but the film remains a familiar and predictable revenge drama that offers little new beyond its leading man.
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3/5
Filmibeat says Hrithik's sincere performance keeps the familiar revenge story engaging. A slow first half, weak VFX and some plot gaps prevent it from being stronger.
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TimesofIndia.com
TimesofIndia.com
Times Group
4/5
The Times of India says Hrithik gives one of his best performances, moving convincingly from vulnerable lover to determined avenger. The thriller is entertaining and effective.
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4.5/5
India TV News says Hrithik gives a powerful performance in an emotional love and revenge story that keeps the audience involved and delivers strong entertainment.
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2.5/5
India Today says Hrithik delivers a strong and believable performance, but the film is stretched, forced in places and depends too heavily on its star.
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