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Jawan movie review: what critics say (17)

What critics say Critics are mostly positive with reservations: 10 of 13 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more.

3.5of 5
The Indian Express · Shubhra Gupta

Combining the in-your-face maximalism of director Atlee, and the come-get-me grizzled slit-eyed sexiness of star Shah Rukh Khan, Jawan is a pop-masala banger: iss kahani mein action hai, emotion hai, hero hai, villain hai, aur…

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IndieWire · Proma Khosla

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4of 5
Rediff · SUKANYA VERMA

Jawan springs a real surprise when it boldly and directly points fingers at the ineffective government and appeals to recognise the power of the finger and vote.

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The Hindu · Shilajit Mitra

Shah Rukh Khan launches his own ‘Clean India Campaign’ in this elaborate but persuasive action film from director Atlee

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Gulf News · Manjusha Radhakrishnan

The film kicks into gear with a tense hijack scenario on the Mumbai metro

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The Guardian · Mike McCahill

With flair, Khan plays a godly badass, dandyish army vet and a sweetheart with a prospective stepdaughter in an undisciplined showcase of his talents

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An emotional journey of a prison warden, driven by a personal vendetta while keeping up to a promise made years ago, recruits inmates to commit outrageous crimes that shed light on corruption and injustice, in an attempt to get even with his past, and that leads him to an unexpected reunion.

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National Film Awards: 71st National Film Awards: Best Female Playback Singer · 71st National Film Awards: Best Actor in a Leading Role

Box office

₹640.25 Cr India net after 11 days.

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Is Jawan worth watching?

Critics rate it very good: 3.6 out of 5, with 13 of 13 critics recommending it.

When did Jawan release?

7 Sep 2023.

Who is in the cast of Jawan?

Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone, Sanjay Dutt, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, Girija Oak.

Who directs Jawan?

Atlee.

What do critics say about Jawan?

17 critic reviews are on this page, with a Critic Score of 3.6 out of 5. Each one shows the critic, a short excerpt and a link to the full review.