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Maalik X review: Rajkummar Rao shines in a dated, messy gangster drama
On social media, movie lovers who crowded theatres to watch the morning shows have posted their thoughts. The moviegoers have responded to the performance in a variety of ways so far. While many internet users have expressed dissatisfaction with Maalik, early assessments indicate that Rajkummar Rao's performance stands out as the film's most notable feature.
Maalik X (Twitter) review
Twitter has become the battleground for fans and critics. One user wrote, '#MaalikReview: Only watchable for #RajKummarRao's solid performance. The rest is a dull, outdated gangster drama with weak direction and no grip. Sadly, Raj deserves better," while another one commented, 'Its interval time in #Maalik same old revenge story situated in 1980s and 1990s".
An excerpt from a detailed review says, '#Maalik is DISAPPOINTING. #RajkummarRao tries his level best, but his character-writing isn't convincing at all, which is a huge letdown. Barring a few high points [in the first half], the film is flat. #ManushiChhillar fails to deliver. Big Let Down! #MaalikReview (sic)".
One more movie fan posted on his handle, 'Maalik starring Rajkummar Rao is skippable. Raees x Khakee: The Bengal Chapter vibes, but overall a disappointment. Very predictable! Rajkummar Rao is brilliant, tho. I want to see him in a better-written action movie. This wasn't it (sic).'
'#MaalikReview: Only watchable for #RajKummarRao's solid performance. The rest is a dull, outdated gangster drama with weak direction and no grip. Sadly, Raj deserves better,' commented one more person.
About 'Maalik' cast and crew
In addition to Rajkummar and Manushi, Saurabh Sachdeva and Saurabh Shukla play important parts in the movie. Maalik is a gripping story of survival, ambition, and power. It is Pulkit's first theatrical release as director.
The film is produced by Kumar Taurani under the Tips Films label in collaboration with Jay Shewakramani of Northern Lights Films, who is well-known for his intense dramas and suspenseful thrillers.
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