DNA India calls Roy a pretentious and tedious film, criticizing its slow pace, confusing storytelling and lack of emotional impact despite its stylish visuals.

Hindustan Times calls Roy painfully affected and extremely tedious, saying its stylish ideas never develop into an engaging film.

Koimoi praises the stylish visuals and interesting concept, but finds the plot confused, slow and unnecessarily complicated.

Bollywood Hungama praises the performances, music, visuals and screenplay, though it notes that the film is slow and lengthy.

Filmibeat likes the cast, locations and music, but says confusing transitions and the very slow pace leave the thriller with almost no excitement.

TOI praises the visuals, music and unusual idea, but finds the story too complex, slow and lacking emotional depth.

India TV particularly praises Jacqueline Fernandez, calling it her best performance up to that point.

India Today says the supposed romantic thriller contains little romance or suspense, criticizing the writing, slow scenes and wasted cast.

The Indian Express calls the film fuzzy, dreary and empty, criticizing its endless conversations and lack of a convincing mystery.