Hindustan Times calls it a spellbinding visual spectacle driven by the leads’ camaraderie, elaborate action and tight pacing, though Alia’s role feels forced.

Koimoi applauds Rajamouli’s unmatched ambition, breathtaking action, cinematography and performances, despite a weaker core story and second half speed breakers.

BollywoodLife praises Rajamouli’s combination of old school emotion, epic scale, spectacular action and powerful lead chemistry as ideal big screen entertainment.

Pinkvilla celebrates the roaring action, riveting drama and extraordinary interval, but faults the simplistic conflict, weak antagonist and excessive length.

Bollywood Hungama hails the gripping screenplay, spectacular action and exceptional leads, though the second act slows and Alia Bhatt remains underwritten.

News18 calls it a whistle worthy blockbuster, praising Rajamouli’s sweeping vision, Ram Charan and Jr NTR’s performances, spectacular action and modern VFX.

Filmibeat applauds the bromance, grand visuals, energetic score and superlative performances, while noting forced emotions, a simple plot and occasional lags.

The Times of India finds it a power packed entertainer with excellent leads and emotional highs, despite dragging portions and inconsistent VFX.

India Today praises the career best leads, spectacular set pieces and technical brilliance, but finds the predictable, lengthy second half emotionally weaker.

The Indian Express calls it a loud but rousing blend of mythology, action, patriotism and bromance that delivers considerable big screen entertainment.