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Bajrangi Bhaijaan movie review: what 32 critics say

17 Jul 2015 · Directed by Kabir Khan · Salman Khan, Harshaali Malthotra, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

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Bajrangi Bhaijaan has a Critic Score of 3.3/5 from 32 rated reviews; 28 recommend it. Critics are mostly positive with reservations: 18 of 32 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more, 1 gave it 2 or less. Praised: the pacing.

Bajrangi Bhaijaan critic reviews (32)

What critics say Critics are mostly positive with reservations: 18 of 32 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more, 1 gave it 2 or less. Praised: the pacing.

2.5of 5
The Indian Express · Shubhra Gupta

This film presses many red-hot buttons, even if the treatment is strictly in-the-clouds 'filmi'. And gives us Shirtless Salman as a dove of peace, speaking for all religions and 'mulqs'. Believe it, or faint.

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3.5of 5
Rediff · Raja Sen

Bajrangi Bhaijaan is an overearnest, oversimplified, sweet and frequently schlocky film, which works because of a finely picked supporting cast, some sharp lines of dialogue and, most crucially, its overall heart.

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2.5of 5
NDTV · Saibal Chatterjee

Bajrangi Bhaijaan is a supercharged cross-border drama that goes all out – and then some – in delivering its message of subcontinental peace. Watch Bajrangi Bhaijaan even if you aren't an inveterate Salman Khan fan.

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3.5of 5
Hindustan Times · Anupama Chopra

This is an overblown, old-fashioned, feelgood film. But I recommend that you surrender, and keep a hanky handy.

3of 5
CNN IBN · Rajeev Masand

Bajrangi Bhaijaan is way too long at 2 hours and 35 minutes, and could have done with some serious pruning, especially in its first half.

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3of 5
Masala · Lokesh Dharmani

Most of all Bajrangi Bhaijaan makes you feel proud, proud of the fact that we come from a secular country like India where a Muslim director takes the biggest Muslim superstar, christens him Bajrangi and makes him chant Jai Shri…

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3of 5
NowRunning · Shishir Gautam

Kabir Khan in Bajrangi Bhaijaan has a perfect recipe. He does not manage to bring out the best flavor but this one will still leave most of the viewers with a smile.

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3of 5
IBNLive · Rajeev Masand

Bajrangi Bhaijaan is way too long at 2 hours and 35 minutes, and could have done with some serious pruning, especially in its first half.

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3of 5
Deccan Chronicle · Sushmita Murthy

An entertainer through and through...In many ways, BB isn't a typical Salmanesque affair, but like all his films, it has just what the bhai-worshipping crowd will cheer for from the word go.

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3.5of 5
India · Prathamesh Jadhav

...is a must watch for it restores faith in the goodness in humanity as it indeed gives you hope that Salman Khan could probably act!

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3.5of 5
India Today · Ananya Bhattacharya

In all, Bajrangi Bhaijaan works for both a Salman fan and a non-fan. The film is essentially make-believe, but you want to believe.

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3.5of 5
Sify · Sonia Chopra

Even if it meanders aimlessly for a while, the story reaches its destination in the end. And I doubt if anyone in the audience will leave the theatre unaffected. Do watch!

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4.5of 5
SKJBollywoodNews · Subhash K Jha

This Eid, go and spend 2 ½ hours with this amazing character called Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Rest assured, you'll never again peer across the barbed fence with suspicion again.

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4of 5
Bollywood Life · Tushar Joshi

Surrender yourself to Bajrangi Bhaijaan and let him win you over with his child-like charm. A must watch for those who complained that Salman doesn't try anything different, Bajrangi Bhaijaan is the ticket to buy this weekend!

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≈3.5est.
Zee ETC Bollywood Business · Komal Nahta

On the whole, Bajrangi Bhaijaan is an unadulterated blockbuster. The last few reels of the drama will win the audience over so completely that the film will emerge as the biggest hit of Salman Khans career so far.

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2of 5
Wogma · Meeta Kabra

The sentiment carries the film rather than the star, for a change. Yet, film too long to do justice to a theater outing.

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3.5of 5
Filmfare · Rachit Gupta

If movies are meant to inspire, then Bajrangi Bhaijaan fulfills its purpose with resounding success. It will motivate you to get in touch with goodness.

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≈3est.
Mint · Uday Bhatia

Nawazuddin Siddiqui shines in a brilliantly orchestrated PR exercise for the star of the filmSalman Khan

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3of 5
Zee News · Gayatri Sankar

... is a typical Salman Khan film, where emotions outdo reality. Nonetheless, it's an entertainer which you wouldn't like to miss. Watch it for the Bajrangi-Munni bond and Nawazuddin's mind-blowing performance.

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3of 5
Pinkvilla · PinkVilla

We have always been of the opinion that reviewing a Salman Khan film is futile. Not that the opinion has budged much with this, but this is one film that one wouldn't mind writing about.

3of 5
IndianNerve · Ambarish Ganesh

Following Salman's journey from Bajrangi to Bhaijaan, what really stays with you is the sweetness of the little girl's companionship. And that alone makes this film worth it.

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3of 5
Glamsham · Martin D'Souza

...plays on your emotions and tugs at your heart. Hours after you walk out of the theatre, the performances by Harshaali Malhotra and Nawazuddin Siddiqui stay with you.

3.5of 5
Yahoo · Troy Ribeiro

Apart from Salman, watch Bajrangi Bhaijaan for its strong message of love and brotherhood bonding, which is so relevant today.

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3.5of 5
The Navhind Times · Sachin Chatte

To put it plainly, Bajrangi Bhaijaan is the best Salman Khan film by light years. Or conversely, it is an above average film in which Salman Khan happens to participate.

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3.5of 5
Mid-Day · Shubha Shetty-Saha

If you think you have to leave your brains at home for a Salman Khan film, be surprised This one will need you to take your heart along with your brains For above everything else, Bajrangi Bhaijaan sure has its heart in its right…

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3.5of 5
Koimoi · Archita Kashyap

This film is a must watch for lovers of pure Hindi commercial cinema; it's also decent entertainment & a good one to catch with the family!

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3.5of 5
FridayMoviez · FridayMoviez Reviewer

To summarize it all, the verdict is that superstar Salman Khan is back to take his Eidi from the box office and with all love and good wishes, we are sure to make all the shows houseful for his latest release 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'…

3.5of 5
Gulf News · Manjari Saxena

Salman Khan’s Eid release is a fun family entertainer

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3.5of 5
FilmiBeat · Priyanka Prasad

While the first half is simple, Salman makes it rather enjoyable. It is the second half that contains all the hilarious comedy and gets super entertaining. In simple words, it is a must watch movie! Don't miss!

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4of 5
The Times of India · Srijana Mitra Das

Bajrangi Bhaijaan emphasizes how, amidst visas and wars, there are also angels about who don't see doors. They see homes, lives and children - and sometimes, children see angels too.

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4of 5
DNA India · Sarita Tanwar

With love, patriotism, religion in perfect measure, this is Salman Khan's best in recent years. And the perfect film this festive season. Go for it!

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≈2.5est.
Free Press Journal

Movie Review: Bajrangi Bhaijaan – Salman of a different hue

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