Hindustan Times strongly enjoyed the film, praising Taapsee and Bhumi as believable and calling the story of two women taking on patriarchy inspiring and entertaining.

Koimoi praised Taapsee and Bhumi and several strong moments, but felt the story was stretched by unnecessary scenes, songs and repeated shooting contests.

BollywoodLife strongly praised the film as a moving and inspiring story about women finding freedom, with Taapsee and Bhumi giving powerful lead performances.

Bollywood Hungama praised the inspiring story, strong performances and emotional moments. It felt the film was too long and could have had more drama in some parts.

News18 praised Taapsee and Bhumi’s warm performances and the simple storytelling, finding the mix of family drama, women’s struggles and success both moving and satisfying.

Filmibeat found the film inspiring and emotional, praising the lead performances and the way the story mixes humour with a strong message about women.

Times of India praised Taapsee and Bhumi, the inspiring story and its message about women supporting each other. It felt the first half was a little long and repetitive.

India TV News found it a strong and inspiring film about women fighting for freedom, praising Taapsee, Bhumi and Prakash Jha despite problems with the make up.

India Today found it inspiring, emotional and meaningful, praising Taapsee and Bhumi while noting that their make up does not always make them believable as older women.

The Indian Express liked the bond between the two leads but found their older look and body language unconvincing, which hurt the emotional impact of the story.