Hindustan Times calls it a warm, wholesome and visually beautiful celebration of friendship, dreams and self belief, elevated by the delightful chemistry of its veteran ensemble.

Koimoi appreciates the heartfelt nostalgia, veteran performances and entertaining simplicity, but faults the lengthy runtime, dated tropes and poorly developed female perspectives.

Pinkvilla praises Barjatya’s simplicity, humour, breathtaking visuals and rock solid cast, though an unnecessary subplot and slower second half make the film overlong.

Bollywood Hungama calls it a simple, emotional family film with excellent performances, but criticizes the excessive length, mediocre music and limited appeal for younger viewers.

News18 finds the film uneven but heartfelt, saying its innocence, simplicity, emotional connection and distinguished ensemble ultimately overcome many of its storytelling flaws.

Filmibeat applauds the simplicity, emotional depth, scenic cinematography, music and perfect ensemble, while noting that the stretched second half needed considerable trimming.

The Times of India praises the heartfelt road trip and brilliant ensemble, but says the cluttered, overly dramatic second half needed stronger writing and direction.

India Today praises its realistic friendship, outstanding ensemble and emotional warmth, but finds the film overlong, occasionally forced and too restrictive with its female characters.

The Indian Express finds it a heartfelt friendship drama with charming veteran performances, though the lengthy second half meanders through too many manufactured crises.

NDTV calls it a long winded motivational speech whose old fashioned ideas, solemn treatment and emotional excess make the journey nearly as arduous as the trek.