Hindustan Times finds it heartfelt and tear jerking, but says scattered storytelling, unresolved tracks, one-dimensional characters and Rani’s occasional excess undermine the execution.

Koimoi praises Rani’s natural, aching performance and the courtroom turnaround, but finds parts monotonous and the India-Norway diplomatic dimension insufficiently explored.

BollywoodLife finds the real life struggle heart wrenching and thought provoking, with Rani’s forceful performance carrying a film designed to leave viewers deeply moved.

Bollywood Hungama calls it hard hitting and Rani career best, while noting an overlong runtime, confusing legal details, unexplained developments and repeated emotional outbursts.

News18 calls Rani the film’s heart and soul, but says its inspiring, tear-jerking true story is hindered by ham fisted and bumpy treatment.

Filmibeat praises Rani, Anirban and Jim and the emotional climax, though the uneven middle, limited subtlety and unanswered questions weaken the powerful premise.

The Times of India finds the story affecting and Jim Sarbh excellent, but says high pitched acting, shallow characterization and populist melodrama blunt its impact.

India TV News praises Rani’s feisty performance and sensitive emotional treatment, but says the execution and alleged child welfare malpractice needed deeper exploration.

India Today hails Rani’s career best performance and the compelling courtroom drama, while noting inconsistent supporting work, uneven language choices and a stretched ending.

The Indian Express says Rani commits fully, but excessive melodrama, flat characters and commercial tropes overshadow quieter moments and an engaging courtroom stretch.