Hindustan Times praises Aadil, Sadia, the direction and emotional moments, but says the slow storytelling needed a stronger and more powerful treatment.

Koimoi praises the lead performances and emotional treatment, but says changes in pace and the focus on romance reduce the power of the larger story.

BollywoodLife praises the subject and performances, but says the weak script and restrained direction turn an important story into a missed opportunity.

Filmibeat praises Aadil, Sadia, the cinematography and music, but says the restrained storytelling reduces the emotional force of the Kashmiri Pandit tragedy.

The Times of India praises the performances, music and engaging first half, but says the romance becomes predictable and the historical treatment feels too one sided.

India Today praises the sensitive direction, lead performances, music and emotional love story, but feels the film does not explore the wider Kashmir conflict deeply enough.

The Indian Express likes the lead pair and some moving moments, but says the historical background lacks depth and the film falls short of its ambition.

NDTV praises Aadil Khan, Sadia and the beautiful visuals, but says the film avoids deeper issues and presents a limited view of the Kashmir story.