Padmaavat is praised as a rich cinematic experience, with Bhansali's grand presentation, striking visuals and strong performances making it an impressive big screen spectacle.

Ranveer Singh dominates and the film is beautiful to look at, but the story lacks enough depth beneath its spectacle.

A grand and beautiful big screen experience led by an outstanding Ranveer Singh, with only some editing and character writing flaws.

A spectacular and emotionally strong period drama with excellent performances, strong direction and an especially powerful climax.

The film is a visually rich spectacle, with Ranveer Singh giving the standout performance. Despite some storytelling weaknesses, Bhansali delivers an impressive and engaging period drama.

Ranveer Singh and the visuals impress, but slow pacing and thin writing make the film less emotionally involving than it should be.

A grand and entertaining period drama powered by strong performances and Bhansali's visual flair, though the screenplay could be tighter.

Ranveer Singh dominates the film, while Bhansali's grand scale and visual presentation are strongly praised.

Bhansali keeps the film colourful and entertaining, but Deepika and Shahid feel underwritten and Ranveer is not always convincing.

The film is visually magnificent and Ranveer Singh stands out, but its heavy focus on Rajput pride and thin character writing weaken the experience.