The Reviews are here: Animal and Sam Bahadur
It's Friday! This means it's time to hit the theatres and give in to the magic of the big screen. This Friday is marked with even more excitement as two major feature films will be hitting the cinemas today. Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Bobby Deol, is about a son's love for his father, which sometimes becomes excessive and leads to dangerous turns.
On the other hand, we have Sam Bahadur, starring Vicky Kaushal and directed by Meghna Gulzar. It is about the life of Sam Manekshaw, the chief of the army staff during the Indo-Pak war of 1971.
Read on to know what the critics felt about both these movies and why you should rush to the theatres to catch them at the earliest!
Animal 
Times of India
It is a gripping narrative of father-son complexities set against a backdrop of crime and passion, making it one of the most eagerly awaited Bollywood releases of 2023. Vanga's distinct vision, characterised by a penchant for romanticising toxicity and portraying unconventional heroics, adds a layer of complexity to Animal.
Filmygyan
It's raw, bold, and unapologetically the best film of 2023.
Sam Bahadur
Times of India
Sam Bahadur,' despite narrating the tale of a legendary Indian Army personnel, carries a distinctive flavour that sets it apart from other films in its genre. The narrative unveils aspects previously unknown to the audience.
India Today
The film chronicles Manekshaw's early days, giving us an insight into his grit and determination. It then jumps right into the period that made him Sam Bahadur from Sam Manekshaw.
Indian Express
Sam Manekshaw's colourful personality and dazzling career have long been begging for a biopic. Meghna Gulzar's 150-minute film, which focuses on the high points of his personal and professional life, is as admiring and reverential as that soldier who comes on for a moment and then bows out, his job done.
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