Pathan, the highly-anticipated Indian Hindi action thriller film directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of YRF Spy Universe, has finally hit the theatres. The film, which stars superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone, has been creating waves even before its release, with a record-breaking 5.21 lakhs tickets booked in advance. But what do the critics and audiences have to say about the film?
Pathan follows the story of RAW field operative agent, played by Shah Rukh Khan, who is exiled to take down a private terrorist organization called "Outfit X" that is planning a nuclear attack on India. The film also stars John Abraham as the leader of Outfit X, and Deepika Padukone in an undisclosed role. The movie has been highly controversial since the release of its song "Besharam Rang" which features Padukone in a saffron bikini, a move that has received backlash from Hindutva groups who claim that it promotes obscenity and disrespects the saffron colour.
Critics have been mixed in their reviews of the film. While some have praised the breathtaking action sequences and the cinematography, others have criticized the film for its lack of originality and weak storyline. One critic said "Movie was basically a copy of the old concepts and just created a fake hype in the market. This film will hopefully be the last of this veteran actor. I am sure he was a good actor in his prime but now it’s time to take up age-appropriate roles for these oldies and not act like they are still starting out in their career. In fact, this movie has no head and no tail. An absolute waste of time and money according to me. They really need better storylines in order for Bollywood to click again in this market."
On the other hand, audiences have been overwhelmingly positive in their reactions to the film. Fans have been praising the action scenes, with one fan saying on Twitter "Breathtaking action sequences. The clash between Pathan Vs Jim is extraordinary. Cinematography is at another level." There has also been much excitement over the cameo appearance of Salman Khan, with fans saying that he "stole the entire show" and turned the theatres into stadiums within seconds.
Overall, Pathan has generated a lot of buzz, with social media being flooded with excitement over the film. With its star-studded cast, high-octane action sequences, and a power-packed storyline, it's no surprise that fans have been eagerly awaiting the film's release. While the reviews have been mixed, it seems that audiences have greatly enjoyed the film, making it a potential hit at the box office. However, only time will tell if Pathan will be a hit or a flop.
