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Jawan, directed by Atlee, is a must-watch for fans of Shah Rukh Khan and action-packed thrillers. The movie delves deeper into the corruption of the system and sheds light on some of the hidden facets of our daily lives. With its seamless integration of stunning CGI effects and a thought-provoking message, Jawan succeeds in captivating its audience from the very beginning.

The music, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, perfectly complements the movie's theme and elevates the character of Shah Rukh Khan, who fights against injustice in society and urges people to be wiser in their voting rights in the face of societal challenges.

The supporting cast does an excellent job of helping to shape the story, but it is Nayanthara who steals the show as an opposing force to Shah Rukh Khan's Azad. Their on-screen chemistry adds a captivating layer of complexity to the story, further enhancing the film's intrigue.

The villain, portrayed masterfully by Vijay Sethupathi, adds tension and an element of danger as the protagonist works to overcome obstacles and achieve his goals of encouraging people to look at society without prejudice towards wealth or social class, urging us to perceive all individuals as equal human beings.

Jawan is a movie that skilfully entertains and educates you about different aspects of society, making it a must-watch for all audiences. Whether you're a fan of Shah Rukh Khan or not, the film's action and thrills promise to deliver a gripping experience. Overall, Jawan is an action-packed thriller with a powerful message of social justice that promises to leave a lasting impact.

"Jawan" is a dynamic action film that manages to pack a punch while also delving into profound emotional and social issues. The movie maintains a relentless pace, weaving its narrative with impactful action sequences that are heightened by the presence of genuine emotion.

**Balancing Action and Emotion (8/10):** "Jawan" finds the delicate equilibrium between high-octane action and heartfelt emotion. This unique blend not only entertains but also gives depth to the action sequences, making them more resonant with the audience. It's evident that the filmmakers aimed to create an action film with a heart, and they succeeded in doing so.

**Addressing Social and Political Issues (9/10):** The film takes a bold step by addressing pressing social and political concerns. What's notable is its impartial approach; "Jawan" isn't politically biased but instead scrutinizes the systemic flaws ingrained in our society. This choice ensures that its message remains universally relevant.

**Pacing and Emotional Depth (7/10):** While the movie's fast tempo adds to its excitement, it occasionally hampers the emotional depth of certain scenes. Slowing down at times could have allowed for more profound exploration of the characters' feelings and experiences. Nonetheless, the film manages to forge a connection between the audience and its characters.

**Cinematic Brilliance (9/10):** Visually, "Jawan" is a work of art. The cinematography is nothing short of exceptional, immersing viewers in a visually captivating world. The film's stunning visuals contribute significantly to its overall allure, making it a cinematic treat.

**Music and Score (8/10):** While the movie's songs may not be its strongest suit, the background music is stellar. It enhances crucial scenes, adding depth and intensity to the storytelling. The score elevates the overall quality of the film.

**Outstanding Performances (9/10):** Shahrukh Khan delivers a remarkable performance that steals the show. His portrayal is compelling and authentic, adding layers to his character. Vijay Sethupathi's presence is a welcome addition to the ensemble cast, contributing to the film's overall excellence.

**Conclusion (8/10):** "Jawan" is an action-packed thriller that doesn't forget to carry a social conscience. It successfully navigates the terrain of action and emotion, offering audiences a unique cinematic experience. While pacing issues may hinder emotional connections at times, the film's cinematic brilliance, strong performances, and impactful background score make it a must-watch. "Jawan" not only entertains but also provokes thought on the systemic issues it confronts, making it a compelling addition to the action genre.

This movie is really a must watch in theatre.

I went in with little expectations and came out really amazed.

SRK has really shown his best in this movie, his acting seems on point

music action story of this film is all great

all actors have done great.

This is the magic of filmmaking which takes you to the world of amazement, thats what i felt watching this in theatre

movie also has social message in movies on few issues with todays society and those do make a huge impact on connecting with the cast.

This is a total family movie, no vulgarity at all

we would love to see more such collab between bollywood actors and tollywood makers.

You can tell its directed by a South Indian but that's what make it beautiful. Insane cameos, powerful cinematography. Imo one of the best SRK action movies. The fights were engaging, little humor everywhere created very good atmosphere.

After watching Pathaan where they had a very dull climax, I wasn't hyped a lot for this movie, hell barely saw the trailer but entering the cinema my views changed. Flying start, story was somewhat new but also had a lot of inspiration from previous series like Money Heist.

Someone who never hates on South Indian style action, this movie provides just that but with a high budget which you can see throughout the movie.

Jawan is one of S. R. K. Best; Swades, Chak De India top. SRK's dedication and hardwork at this age is unbeatable. Young actors must learn from SRK how hardwork and dedication come as responsibility and accountability towards fan and audience. Atlee directed well. And the look, attitude and character SRK had as father "Old Man Logan" simply amazing. I am a Hugh J fan from Wolverine series. But I wouldn't mind if they ever cast SRK as Old Man Wolverine, no doubt he will do amazing. Female lead actor Nayanthara was great, she fits the character and brings female cop to a serious level. Deepika was ok, her acting in Pathan as lead female spy was a joke, in Jawan she was ok. There were plenty of strong female lead actors who could have brought Aishwarya's character to another world with strength, love, emotion ... watching Aishwarya was more like watching Deepika doing Deepika. That's where the movie gets 9/10. Imo first train hijack scene was so cool and great, next two operations were so so. They could've made next operation bigger than previous. Feels like they focused on the first operation so much, then they started celebrating.

The movie was entertaining with blend of a lot of drama, little comedy, some thrill, some suspense and a lot of action. The story was good with a good message in it, the screenplay was uneven but doesn't damages the story, the direction was good and the performances were also good. The BGM and the action scenes were great, you will love them. Also, the message the movie wanted to show was good and effective.

Some scenes were rushed and some things remained unexplained but the story is shown in such a grand way that these things will not bother you that much.

Overall, you should definitely give this movie a try.

Just saw jawan out of love for srk and found it just like any other tamil n telugu style action entertainer.

I just don't understand why south directors have to shoot all actions scenes in slow-motion. Slow-mo action does not look gud infact it beats purpose of true pleasure of viewing action on large scene. South style action is boring to me.

SRK is simply srk, love him. Senior srk role was best. Deepika looked old and same crying lady as usual.

Vijay sethupathi acting looks repetitive, Vijay sethupathi is not versatile enough IMHO. In this movie I felt he was doing comedy in end while fighting with srk..i mean what... Atlee c'mon..

Generous 7/10. Movie makes must raise standard.

I just could not believe my eyes when i was 30 mins into this piece of trash. How many times was this story done in the 1989s in Hindi as well as South Indian movies? Why is it being repeated shamelessly in 2023? Just because it's SRK movie? Seriously? Then, another major concern is that if this is the future of Tamil-Hindi cinema collaboration, I am happy with watching selected Hindi movies only. Let me explain. Typically Tamil action movies with superstars(like Rajnikant) have each and every action scene either in slow motion or all the vehicles are running in 1.5 times to 2 times the speed, same for bikes! Doesn't stop there, it is exactly the same with dialogues, the last words of a sentence are not over and the editor keeps switching to the other person eith such a speed that even in delicate romantic scenes there is no delicacy. Till the end, it was like watching an anime movie with no respect for a cinema viewer's sensibility. No, this movie is an action movie you will say, but the rhythm of the action, dialigues and Editing is something that probably the Tamil audience is used to watching and I respect that fact. Just that the editing and rhythm is totally different from that of Hindi movies, and Hindi movie viewers are used to a certain rhythm of dialogues, movements, a certain gap between dialogues, etc etc. This Hindi movie directed by a Tamil director feels like you are watching a Tamil movie dubbed in Hindi, in each and every scene!! Throughout you get a feel you are not watching a Hindi movie at all, something is alien, something is missing. All the songs except for the end title one. Do not sound like Hindi movie songs either. If this is how the future of Tamil Hindi movies collaboration looks like, please give us a Hindi movie directed by a Hindi language understanding director only, please please!! This movie was a torture to watch. Hope you understand Hindi movie producers!! Thankyou!!

This is cinema, peak entertainment. Insane theatrical & cinematic experience, got goosebumps all over. I cannot properly explain the spectrum of emotions I went through, want to live in that moment forever. It's wholesome seeing Shah Rukh Khan in this badass massy avatar, literally a dream come true. His screen presence is at an all-time high, he clearly had the time of his life. Will forever be grateful to Atlee for this. This has one of the best interval block of all time & one of the best SRK entries. So many elevation sequences, you will feel the chills. Action sequences packed a big punch and they are only elevated to another level Anirudh's BGM. SRK broke the 4th wall during his monologue to talk to the audience in his unabashedly political avatar and giving his stance, was extremely powerful. The theatres erupted during Zinda Banda & Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya and people started dancing, that was crazy. Even Imax turned into a single screen. It felt so good dancing with other SRK fans.

Deepika in her limited screen time left a big impact. The way she emoted I felt her pain and she made me very emotional. Nayanthara has that aura & power and I understand why they call her lady superstar. They both were stunning. Vijay Sethupathi was very menacing. Other cast members did really well too, the girl gang were on fire. Some of the scenes made me cry, no kidding. The emotions hit right on point.

To sum it all up - Anirudh did his thing, Atlee cooked his magic & SRK in his charismatic & electrifying best. Add cool characters & cast, emotions, revenge, mass action & elevation sequences, powerful music, strong social message, colourful visuals and we get this beautiful entertainment package called Jawan that captivates audiences from start to finish with proper blend of masala elements. It's a treat for SRK fans & neutrals alike.

After watching thrice already, I can definitely say it has an insane repeat value and gets better & clearer with each rewatch. Will watch again. Audience is in for a nonstop cheers, whistles, claps, shouts, cheering & hooting ride, I am still having a sore throat from all that. It's not a film, it's an emotion that will make you smile and give a heartwarming feeling.

The film is entertaining to watch, it's worth for every single penny you spend. Trust me it forced me to scream out of excitement in theatres. Srk at 57 years of age proving to be the only pinnacle of indian cinema whose legacy will be unmatched for generations to come. Just single word for whole movie and atlee's direction too, i.e. Wow! Best pan india movie in the history.

I went into theatre with my friends for very first time and I was not expecting this much from this movie but guess was it took me by surprise, I got stunned watching the very first shot itself. I hope whole world's movie lovers understand the value of this man Shahrukh Khan.

In the mesmerizing world of Indian cinema, "Jawan" emerges as a true gem! Shah Rukh Khan's unparalleled charisma, breathtaking action sequences, emotional moments, twists and turns, and the magic of Atlee all shine brightly in the film.

{The story begins with Azad Rathore, played with flair by Shah Rukh Khan, orchestrating a gripping hostage situation aboard a Mumbai Metro. With a formidable gang of inmates turned co-conspirators, Azad and his team take us on a heart-pounding journey. His negotiation with officer Narmada Rai, portrayed by Nayanthara, is a battle of wits that keeps you on the edge of your seat. 'Jawan' delves deep into the human spirit and social conscience. Azad's daring plan to demand a colossal sum from the government unfolds with a hidden purpose, to uplift the underprivileged.}

The film is a perfect masala entertainer with all the elements of a good action thriller: high-octane action sequences, suspenseful plot twists, and emotional moments. What makes 'Jawan' even more riveting is SRK's remarkable double role as both Azad and Vikram, and he is ably supported by Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, and Deepika Padukone. The supporting cast is also excellent.

The action sequences in the film are some of the best that I have seen in a Hindi film in recent years. They are well-choreographed and exciting, and they keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The plot twists are also well-executed, and they keep the audience guessing until the very end. The film also has a strong emotional core, and it deals with some important social issues such as corruption, injustice, and environmental pollution. The film does not shy away from tackling these issues head-on, and it offers a powerful message of hope and redemption. The film also draws inspiration from the popular web series "Money Heist," seamlessly blending moments into the story. The past and present narratives converge brilliantly, unraveling a tale of heroism, redemption, and the pursuit of justice.

Here are some of the things that I particularly liked about the film:

Obviously Shah Rukh Khan!

Seeing Nayantara in action.

The action sequences are top-notch.

The plot twists are well-executed.

The film has a strong emotional core.

The performances by the cast are excellent.

The film deals with important social issues.

I would definitely recommend 'Jawan' to anyone who enjoys action thrillers. It is a well-made film with something to offer everyone.

'Jawan' is the one of the best movie in 2023. Action, Thriller, Drama, Mystery, Adventure has all in this film. No doubt, 'Jawan' is a constantly Engaging and Entertaining film.

Let's have a big round of applause to Director Atlee, for his Mind blowing Direction and also Story. He gives a social message in action relevant. He presents some sequences, which really touch your heart. Anirudh Ravichander gives proper Background Score. G. K. Vishnu's Cinematography is great.

The Action of this movie has to be said separately. Some action scenes, do not let the eyelids fall.

Talking about performances, Shah Rukh Khan (Vikram Rathore, Azad), Vijay Sethupathi (Kalee), Nayanthara (Narmada) are the Lead Characters in this film.

Shah Rukh Khan represents seven looks, that sets it apart from other films. His acting will really impress you once again. His Fitness, Style, and Action really worth watching. Along with SRK, Vijay Sethupathi holds his place properly. He proves himself as a proper Villain in this film. His hindi speaking style is very interesting. Nayanthara portray her character very well.

The Supporting Actors, Sanya Malhotra (Dr. Eeram), Priyamani (Lakshmi), Sanjeeta Bhattacharya (Helena), Lehar Khan (Kalki), Girija Oak (Ishkra), Aaliyah Qureishi (Jahnvi), Sunil Grover (Irani) and Others acts very well.

In a Cameo Roll, Deepika Padukone (Aishwarya Rathore), and Sanjay Dutt (Madhavan Naik) won our hearts.

-Rajma Koley.

Jawan is a story of social awareness about issues currently in our country. It is also a story of a Jawan who gets wronged in his own country then his son does all the things to give him father a Jawan a honor and respect that he deserves. Nice acting by the cast specially hero Shah Rukh Khan and villain Vijay Sethupathi. Nice acting by all the feamle leads, Deepka Padukone, Nayanthara, Sanya Malhotra, Ridhi Dgra. The Family man sereis season 1 most of the cast are in this movie. Vijay Sethupathi and other two female actors. Nice message around election and votes given in thiss flm. This film is about patriotism and will also make you emotional. This film is about romance at the same time it is about family and society issues. Nice movei with good package I would say of all the things I said above. Nice music, songs and dance. Challeya son and dance steps are huge hit. I recommend you to watch the story. You will find different looks of Shah Rukh KHan in the movie. And in all thes looks he has performed really well. I really had a nice time watching this movie. I recommend Jawan movie to you. I rate Jawan movie 10 stars on 10. You would not find a reason to not like thi movie. Last Shah RUkh KHan one looks is there where he smokes too much cigarette. That using too much cigarette could be avoided as this is aa family film, they should have thought that even small children are watching this film. They shouldnt be inspired.

So, I just came from my show of Jawan, and this was an exhilarating three hours, and I have tons to discuss.

Since all my theatre viewings have incorporated a different review format (detracting from my analytical perspective), I will make no exception here. I will put forth the positives and negatives like I did on all occasions.

Without further ado, let's begin and let me first start with what did I like.

Positives:-

Technicalities - I cannot stress enough how rich and gorgeous the film looks. Each and every shot was infused with fitting colours and contrast.

Shah Rukh Khan - We have never seen Shah Rukh Khan in such a massy avatar before. What Atlee Kumar had done with him here is exceptional, and Bollywood directors should take notes seriously. Kudos to SRK, too, as he had completely surrendered himself to the director, putting faith in his vision.

Emotional Core - Those who have seen Atlee's earlier works know how much importance he generally gives to the emotional aspects of his stories, and "Jawan" is nothing different. You will shed some tears.

Background Music - Anirudh had yet again shown his true worth. What a terrific composition. It had uplifted and exacerbated every sequence! It's one of his best, for sure.

Yeah, that's about it. Now, I am moving on to the things I did not like or had qualms about.

Negatives:-

Third Act and its mishaps - The concluding Act, or the last thirty minutes to be precise, came off as volatile and incoherent compared to the rest of the script. It seems like Atlee had made some last-minute changes or was in a great hurry to finish off the screenplay and, in doing so, ineluctably messed up the inherent flow of the narrative.

Tonal Misbalance - It might sound nitpicky, and maybe I'm doing just that, but embedding comedy in serious moments didn't come across as a wise call. It took away the intensity and made the situations less intimidating.

Lack of Material for the Supporting Cast - I knew the supporting actors would have little to do here, and my assumptions were proved correct. Nayanthara, Sunil Grover, The Six Girls: Although they did whatever was demanded of them, their characters leave a whole lot to be desired. There were opportunities to make them shine and come out of their shells, but Atlee didn't; it was deliberate from his end.

Now, it's time for those things I have mixed feelings on.

Mixed:-

Cameos / Guest Appearances - There are two special appearances in the movie (No, Thalapathy Vijay is not there if you are wondering); one from Deepika and the other one comes from a Veteran in the business (not going to name him though, you will see it for yourself).

Now, I absolutely adored Deepika here. She was given about twenty minutes of screen time, and she gave it all and made her part so impactful that you'll remember her after the film finishes. Sadly, I cannot say the same for the "other" cameo, which felt more like a last-minute touch-up or an input from the Producers' end rather than an indispensable part of Atlee's pre-planned vision.

Messaging - Each and Every message in the film bears significance and the topics they speak about need to be brought up in our day-to-day conversations. Having said that, I did not like the way those messages were delivered, especially towards the end when SRK breaks the fourth wall and speaks directly to the audience. It was fine at the beginning but became so preachy by the end!

To summarise my train of thought, I had a very good experience overall, and the community viewing aspect definitely played its part. Despite a couple of issues, I suggest everybody go and witness this spectacle of a feature on the biggest screen you could afford to go to. If you love SRK, it's a must-watch no-brainer; even if you do not consider yourself a fan, go for the exhilaration. Trust me, you won't have much to complain about.

Thank you so much Atlee for making this Action Rollercoaster which is full of emotions, tears and laughters.

Jawan is easily Srk's career best action movie, Direction wise Atlee is way better than all Bollywood directors. Especially in this genre.

Senior Srk's swag is unmatchable, Anirudh's BGM is extraordinary. All 6 girls acting was on point. Train sequence is too good but that is not the highlight of the movie there are 7-8 scenes where you can compete Jawan with action movies like The Matrix.

Nayantara is Gal Gadot of indian cinema, her few scenes are batter than many Bollywood actresses whole career yes she is that good.

Don't think twice experience this masterpiece in cinema asap.

Thanks Srk & Atlee for this experience. All records will be shattered.

SRK is passionate about cinema and wants to take Indian Cinema ahead but looks like he is saddled with several people who are less passionate. How can one explain this slow motion tripe of a movie. Why so much slow motion? Because the cost is low and it serves as a tangent for low cost stunts and VFX. The only good and thrilling shots are of a Metro careening at high speed in Mumbai and mind you that is not in slow motion. There is no action set piece that is a wow, this is great. Slow motion action is cheating the audience. I am sure SRK wants to push his movies to Mission Impossible level but alas at the moment cannot do so. The next is the thin plot that has several plot holes. What about the violence? This movie is so violent that it would have been an automatic R rating in US if it had been a Hollywood movie. With a star cast of more women than men, this would be a first but when you come to individual roles, none of the women have a meaty one including Deepika Padukone. Sincerely wish, Deepika comes back to Piku days. What is she doing in this nonsense? Finally the villain played by Vijay is a caricature. He does not look at all menacing, in fact his right hand, Murad is more threatening. It is hard to say which one was more mediocre, Pathaan or Jawan. SRK needs a Rajamouli to up Indian Cinema, wish that happens soon. 2 stars for SRK's energy and passion!

Jawan may be shot mainly in Hindi, but it is a Tamil mass film in all its essence. Atlee is known for basically copying ideas from other famous movies and making them in his own style for his favourite star. Jawan is an amalgamation of many such movies, including his own films. But the core is the man against system idea which was popularized in this particular form by director Shankar and since then it has been embraced by South Indian movies. The first half had a few interesting stuff going on but it was kinda boring me. I've heard about how Atlee dismisses normal logic from how people talk about his films like Bigil which is even more apparent here. Knowing this and being an SRK fan, I was expecting stuff in the film that defies logic. Overall it didn't affect me too much but the first half had a lot of such things that continuously happened that made it hard to enjoy it. Not using logic to be entertained is fine but the film has too much story in it and most of it doesn't have any logic. It's following too many formula-driven story ideas at once without properly integrating them. But once the interval block action sequence started the movie turned around for me. From there onwards it was a very entertaining movie and if you can watch it with a great audience it will be a great experience.

But it is to be noted that, there's so much story here, but no real characters. The characters are not at all written with depth but everyone is given certain visual flairs to make it very appealing. Nayanthara's character felt so weak but the way she is presented visually through the action scenes kind of makes you forget that.

Some dialogues and scenes kind of felt like a personal message from SRK which seamlessly blends with this kind of film. Maybe that's why he wanted to do such a south-style film.

All in all, I thought it was an average to okay film because I am an SRK fan and enjoyed watching his action scenes and song sequences in the theatre.

If Die Hard is a Christmas movie, this is an Onam movie 😇

"Jawan" is an absolute cinematic triumph that showcases the brilliance of Bollywood. Shah Rukh Khan's performance is a tour de force, capturing the essence of his character with a depth and intensity that only he can deliver.

Atlee's direction is a revelation, seamlessly blending high-octane action with a heartwarming storyline. The action sequences are nothing short of breathtaking, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. The VFX work is flawless, making every action scene feel larger than life.

The movie's storyline is a rollercoaster of emotions, brilliantly written to keep the audience engaged from start to finish. It not only entertains but also delivers a powerful message that resonates with viewers long after the credits roll.

Anirudh's background music is a character in itself, enhancing every scene and tugging at the heartstrings. His compositions are both soul-stirring and invigorating, setting the perfect tone for the film.

"Jawan" is more than just a movie; it's a cinematic masterpiece that leaves a lasting impact. It's a testament to the power of storytelling and the magic of cinema. This film is a must-watch, and it deserves all the accolades it receives. Bravo to the entire team for creating this extraordinary piece of art.

It's actually a great movie which keeps you connected. Good thriller movie which actually shows the dark side of our planet. This movie has no connection with the incident or with how rescue operation is carried out,dont expect some sensible it is a typical bhai kind of movie where everything is possible and others are helpless because tiger is still alive,the only saving grace is the action. So when you go to watch Shahrukh khan movie you don't expect good acting or even a good script or a script at all. I don't really put my reviews but seriously they consider us as fools. These kind of movies are purely made to earn money, and now we should become smarter than them and not watch this.