Is Indian Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2001)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Indian (2001), audiences are invited back into the world of Action, Crime, Drama. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "DCP Raksekhar Azad (Raj) is an invincible cop with a great aim. He arrests a terrorist by the name of Khan. But Khan lands in a prison cell that looks cushier than the Buckingham Palace. However, this gets Raj promoted, and he is congratulated by none other than his father-in-law, who is also a very high ranking policeman. Then all of a sudden, Raj finds out that many policemen would like to see Khan go free. He discusses this issue with his father-in-law, and to his surprise, does not find any support from him. Disagreements and arguments ensue, and as a result, his father-in-law gets killed. The Police suspect Raj of killing him, they begin the process of arresting him, he runs away, while Khan is all set to get freed to do whatever he likes."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. While not a career-best, Sunny Deol's presence adds a necessary stability to the proceedings. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Action. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Indian worth your time? If you appreciate Action, Crime, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Indian is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 178 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.