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Batwara 1947

In Theaters · Aug 14, 2026 · 2h 25m · Drama, Period

Average Rating:3.2/5(12 reviews)

Box Office36.50 Cr

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Shabana AzmiActor

Javed AkhtarLyricist

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Batwara 1947 has received mixed to positive reviews, leaning positive. Critics widely praise Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol’s emotional performance and the film’s strong message of communal harmony. However, the slow pace, weak execution in some parts and a few over the top action moments stop it from being consistently powerful.

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Hindustantimes.comHT Media

3.5/5

Hindustan Times praises Shabana Azmi, Sunny Deol and the emotional Partition story, but says the second half loses pace and some performances and dramatic scenes feel too loud.

Indianexpress.comIndian Express Group

2/5

The Indian Express praises Shabana Azmi and finds Sunny Deol effective, but says dated storytelling, heavy dialogue and obvious messaging stop the emotional story from connecting strongly.

Dnaindia.comZee Media Corp Ltd

3.5/5

DNA India praises the emotional drama and Sunny Deol-Rajkumar Santoshi reunion, calling its approach to the India-Pakistan conflict sensible and moving.

Koimoi.comContests2win.com

4/5

Koimoi praises the strong script, Shabana Azmi, Rajkumar Santoshi’s direction and the message of humanity, but dislikes some over the top Sunny Deol action and forgettable songs.

Bollywoodlife.comZee Media

4.5/5

BollywoodLife strongly praises the performances and emotional storytelling, especially the film’s message of putting humanity above communal hatred.

Taran AdarshBollywood Hungama

3/5

Bollywood Hungama praises the humane story and strong Sunny Deol and Shabana Azmi performances, but says the lengthy second half and limited mass moments reduce its impact.