Thugs of Hindostan

In 18th century British India, a ruthless East India Company commander seeks to crush a rebellion led by the charismatic chieftain Khudabakhsh. He enlists the help of Firangi Mallah, a cunning small-time thief with a dubious past, to infiltrate the Thugs and spy on their operations. Firangi must navigate loyalty, betrayal, and his own self-interest as he becomes entangled in the epic struggle for freedom.

Thugs of Hindostan was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, widely considered a major disappointment despite its star-studded cast and massive budget. The film was criticized for its weak plot, poor screenplay, and uninspired direction, failing to live up to the hype and expectations.

• The film suffers from a convoluted and predictable plot, offering little originality.

• Despite the presence of Bollywood heavyweights, the performances are largely uninspired, weighed down by weak character development.

• The visual effects and action sequences, while grand, fail to compensate for the lack of substance and emotional connect.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a significant disappointment with the film's narrative and execution. While some appreciated the scale and ambition, the majority found the story to be weak, the characters poorly developed, and the overall viewing experience underwhelming.

Nominated for several awards at the 64th Filmfare Awards, including Worst Film, and won several Golden Kalash Awards (an informal, negative awards ceremony).

The film reportedly had one of the largest production budgets in Bollywood history at the time of its release.