Bade Miyan Chote Miyan Review: Just before heading into a tense hostage rescue operation in Afghanistan, Firoz/Freddy (Akshay Kumar) and Rakesh/Rocky (Tiger Shroff) playfully adopt the monikers Bade Miyan and Chote Miyan, reminiscent of characters from a popular comedy. As they journey, banter ensues, questioning each other’s traits, all amid questionable CGI effects. Arriving at their destination, they find even terrorists enjoying Bollywood antics, highlighting a peculiar unity through cinema.
Ali Abbas Zafar’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan follows the journey of two dedicated yet insubordinate soldiers, traversing a familiar narrative arc. Despite brave deeds, they face reprimands, only to be called upon for a crucial mission due to their unique capabilities. Geopolitical nuances take a backseat as the film leans into action, with Mr. Wong and Mr. Naved as nominal villains, overshadowed by Prithviraj’s Kabir.
#OneWordReview…#BadeMiyanChoteMiyan: DISAPPOINTING.
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Rating: ⭐⭐
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Kabir, sporting a distinctive mask and a borrowed concept from Enthiran, strives for menace but falls short due to weak writing. Dialogues often undercut tension, with the screenplay lacking in depth and location coherence. Akshay and Tiger’s chemistry shines, yet patriotic scenes feel formulaic. Explosive action sequences fail to engage, with female characters relegated to admirers of the male leads.
The film’s climax hints at a potential franchise, but fails to evoke anticipation, mirroring the lackluster thrill throughout.