NDTV calls Kartavya a taut, gritty thriller that keeps you hooked, with Saif Ali Khan returning to cop mode in strong form. The review praises its layered twists, Rasika Dugal’s sincerity and the way its personal and political storylines connect.

Indian Express calls Kartavya a generic and formulaic crime thriller that wastes a strong cast led by Saif Ali Khan, Rasika Dugal and Sanjay Mishra. The review says Saif tries hard, but lazy writing, stock characters and predictable social-crime elements make the film forgettable.

India TV says Kartavya is a realistic cop drama led by Saif Ali Khan, and Sanjay Mishra, but it struggles to reach a strong emotional or dramatic high. The review praises the performances and social crime setup, while noting that the film’s pacing, and execution hold it back.

Filmibeat says Kartavya is a gripping caste crime thriller that tackles duty, conscience and social injustice in a small Haryana town. The review praises Saif Ali Khan’s strong performance and the film’s sharp ideas, though it says cautious storytelling and polished treatment reduce its overall impact.

Koimoi says Kartavya has strong themes, and Saif Ali Khan’s flawless performance, but the film is weakened by a scattered storyline. The review says it feels like two powerful short films awkwardly stitched together, with both tracks diluting each other’s emotional impact.

News18 says Kartavya is driven by Saif Ali Khan’s strong performance, but the film gets tangled in its own confused storytelling. The review says it wastes Rasika Dugal’s talent, and struggles to turn its social crime drama setup into a gripping watch.

Hindustan Times says Kartavya is watchable and has relevant ideas around caste and honour killings, but it never becomes truly gripping. The review says parts of the investigation hold mild interest, though the film lacks the emotional depth needed to make its social commentary hit harder.

Times of India calls Kartavya an earnest, and socially relevant crime thriller led by Saif Ali Khan’s convincing performance. The review says it tackles casteism, honour killing, and abuse with sincerity, but its predictable screenplay, and simplistic investigation keep it from being truly gripping.

Bollywood Hungama says Kartavya starts well, and had the potential to become a hard-hitting social drama. However, the review says its weak, and abrupt climax dilutes the impact, despite sincere performances, and an engaging setup.