Many describe it as Bollywood's answer to the Mission: Impossible or Fast & Furious franchises, offering global locales and grand set pieces on a comparatively smaller budget.
Reviews of Pathaan (2023) highlight its success as a "mass masala" entertainer that prioritizes star power and high-octane action over a complex plot. While some critics found the narrative predictable and the visual effects inconsistent, the sheer charisma of Shah Rukh Khan in his major comeback role was widely cited as the film's saving grace. Key Review Insights Many describe it as Bollywood's answer to the
Reviewers on IMDb praise the fight choreography, especially the train sequence, but often critique the subpar VFX and "physics-defying" stunts. Key Review Insights Reviewers on IMDb praise the
Critics from Rotten Tomatoes note that while the story is standard spy fare, Shah Rukh Khan’s "weathered intensity" and charm provide a sense of purpose to the "over-the-top action". especially the train sequence