IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users86%
Director: Atlee•Genres: Action, Thriller, Crime
A bald-headed, enigmatic vigilante, Jawan, kidnaps the Maharashtra governor and gathers a team of women to hijack a metro train filled with weapons. He embarks on a mission to expose corruption within the arms dealing industry, confronting a ruthless arms dealer named Kaleb. Jawan's actions are driven by a deeply personal vendetta stemming from his father's unjust imprisonment and subsequent death, setting the stage for a large-scale confrontation with the powerful forces he aims to dismantle.
Jawan received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its high-octane action sequences, Shah Rukh Khan's commanding performance, and the film's social commentary on corruption and farmer suicides. While some critics noted predictability in the plot and a lengthy runtime, the film was widely acclaimed for its entertainment value and commercial success, becoming a major box office hit.
Praised for its spectacular action set-pieces and Shah Rukh Khan's dual role performance.
Appreciated for its attempt to address social issues alongside mass entertainment.
Criticized by some for a convoluted plot and excessive length.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's engaging action, Shah Rukh Khan's powerful screen presence, and the satisfactory blend of entertainment and social messaging. Many viewers found the plot to be gripping and the performances, particularly from the main cast, to be a strong point, contributing to its significant box office success.
The film's song "Chaleya" was filmed on a moving train, adding a dynamic visual element to the romantic track.
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