Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi is a biographical account of how Rani Laxmibai waged a war against the East India Company.

Manikarnika starts with Amitabh Bachchan's booming baritone where he throws light on how the riches of India are fast being plundered by the British. Within seconds, we are led into the world of Manikarnika through Kangana Ranaut's imposing screen presence.

Kangana captivates your attention in every frame and grows from strength to strength as the film progresses. This is clearly one of her best performances.

The narrative of the film directed by Kangana Ranaut and Krish, stays on course showing the internal struggle within Jhansi's royal family and unraveling important historical events during the 1800s. Some incidents like the Meerut Sepoy mutiny of 1857 are used as reference points, but the focus remains on Jhansi's rebellion against the British.

Film succeeds in stoking the patriotic passion within the audience without being too overbearing.

The second half is where the real drama unfolds with scenes on the battlefield, intense action sequences, bloody killings, escape, loss and triumph.

There aren't much dull moments in this rousing war drama.

Overall, Manikarnika is a well-made film that highlights Kangana's prowess as an actor.

Short of an epic, this larger-than-life war drama has enough valour and spirit to keep you engaged in these pages of history.

Worth a watch..!!

Nice depiction of our real war heros. Shows we too have our fare share of women warriers.

The movie shows you two things relevant in present day situation.. The role of women in nation building and the feel of patriotism which is a must in todays situation where there are many anti nationalism bringing up.I loved the movie and I think KANGNA is outstanding in her performance.She deserves a national Award for this.

What a proud moment to watch her in such role...The Great brave woman of this planet she just not the queen of Jhansi...She is the queen of our Nation's heart 💕 Every single person must watch this movie. Give it 10 star so that everyone watch it support it.

Kangana's brilliance is a slap on all haters. What intensity, what valour Kangana showed in this brilliant film, awestruck. After a long time enjoyed a film in the cinema this much, literally had goosebumps while watching this film. Only Kangana could have done this amazing acting and directing (70%) at the same time, no other actor male or female is on a par with Kangana Ranaut. She proved it once again that she is exceptional and on another level, sheer brilliance, prowess and aptitude. While watching the film, I couldn't see Kangana anywhere, only manikarnika, Jhansi ki Rani. Another national award definitely coming her way for sure.