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Bang Bang!

2 October 2014Hindi1h 41m
out of 10
Unfavorablemost critics didn't like it
Monk Score · 25 scored reviews · 11 not rated

A hollow chase film that leans on spectacle over story or sense.

Verdict tier Unfavorable, most critics didn't like it, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Hrithik Roshan's screen presence
  • Criticised: Weak, illogical screenplay

Audience

User score 3.4 out of 10 from 17 ratings, Unfavorable
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Critic consensus

What 35 critics are saying

Critical reception for Bang Bang! was largely negative, with most reviewers finding the film shallow, illogical, and overlong. The most consistent praise went to the visual spectacle — exotic international locations, choreographed stunts, and the physical appeal of leads Hrithik Roshan and Katrina Kaif — with several critics singling out Roshan's screen presence and dancing as genuine highlights. The most common criticism centred on the near-absent screenplay, with reviewers repeatedly citing a lack of plot, poor logic, and a script that multiple critics described as a weak imitation of the Hollywood film Knight and Day. A recurring view was that the film offered little beyond surface-level entertainment and was best suited to undemanding fans of its lead actors.

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From the papers

Critic reviews (36)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. Top critic

    IBNLive

    Film review ·

    The film then isn't unwatchable, but at 2 hours and 35 minutes, it certainly tests your patience. How many times have you ordered a dish that looks terrific photographed in a menu, but disappoints when it shows up on the table? Bang Bang is that kind of meal.
  2. Top critic

    NDTV

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang is strictly for Hrithik Roshan fans and for those that do not want an action flick to be anything more than just that.
  3. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    Hrithik is the film's eye candy and the prime shooter, all rolled into one, and gives you some amount of bang. The rest is burble.
  4. Top critic

    Rediff

    Film review ·

    This is a stupid, stupid film trying to be slick, a B-grade film made on an A-list budget.
  5. Bollywood Hungama

    Film review ·

    ...the film's wide release during the long holiday should definitely work in its favour. Add to that, the popular starcast of the film will ensure that the movie sails through comfortably at the box-office. Another plus point to BANG BANG is that it has the least opposition from HAIDER at the box-office. So, if you are looking high-octane action scenes, sleek visuals, melodious music and if you love masala movies, then BANG BANG should definitely be your pick for this extended weekend.
  6. Bollywood Life

    Film review ·

    Despite all the blemishes, Bang Bang is certainly worth a watch. Hrithik and Katrina will keep you entertained throughout.
  7. Deccan Chronicle

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang! is pure Hrithik porn. A star as big and stunning as Hrithik needs grand outings. So the script of K&D was bought, a gorgeous woman signed, locations short-listed and extras handed out a page each detailing their expressions and lines.
  8. FilmiBeat

    Film review ·

    Don't miss the action on big screen people. Just watch it for fun, Bang Bang is a total action-packed fun entertainer for this long weekend holiday.
  9. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    Anand's film has no grammar. But it compensates with breathtaking locales and stylishly choreographed stunts. It also works as a show reel for the bronzed Roshan with his six-pack abs and the enviable midriff of Kaif wearing a red polka-dotted bikini top. Their horseplay caters to an audience that is low on IQ and high on adrenalin!
  10. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    If no logic and only fun infused with dhamakedaar action is your motto, then Bang Bang! is the perfect movie choice. And all you die-hard Hrithik fans, head to the nearest theatre and ogle at his finely chiseled body. Also, if Bollywood's Barbie – Katrina is your favorite actress, do watch this film to enjoy her cute, innocent character. But remember to overlook the acting element. Else you might leave the cinema hall feeling disappointed. Go Bang Bang! this weekend.
  11. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang is a plain film that is mounted on a breathtaking canvas and remains steady at the superficial level only. Low on logic and more on frills and airs, the best thing about Bang Bang is Hrithik Roshan. He sincerely drives the film with his swagger and hot bod droolworthy looks, with Katrina aiding him with her cutesy innocence. But the lack of inventiveness in Bang Bang irks me. When I am done with ogling at the stunts and stars, I have nothing to remember it by.
  12. Mumbai Mirror

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang is one of the breezier Hindi-language action packages of recent times, but that really isn't saying much. The bar, albeit sparkly, still remains at the same desensitized height. It can best be described by my first answer when asked how the film was - 'Houseful'.
  13. Sify

    Film review ·

    But the film ends as badly as it started, saved by the lead actors-cavorting-in sexy wear song at the end credits. Most people hung around for that and left swooning about the beauty of the lead actors. If you're content doing that, plus enjoying a few over-the-top stunts, book your ticket.
  14. Zee News

    Film review ·

    Overall, 'Bang Bang' is a complete let down. The film has nothing really to offer expect some breath-taking action sequences and a sizzling hot chemistry between Hrithik and Katrina. Watch the film only if you are a fan of either of the two actors!
  15. Bollyspice

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang is a string of scenes as unexplainable as the one before it. From the get go you're confused and even once the film concludes you're not quite sure what happened in that final hospital scene. Did he just quit his job, did they betray him or is he just taking a hiatus? By that time your brain is numb and your care factor is zero. I wouldn't call Bang Bang unwatchable but it sure as hell comes pretty close.
  16. Daily Bhaskar

    Film review ·

    No logic here! Watch it if you want to see amazing action, or you are a fan of Hrithik Roshan.
  17. DNA India

    Film review ·

    Carry your ipod, put on your ear phones, enjoy the music and simply let your eyes feast on the Greek God on screen.
  18. NowRunning

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang is an amalgam of exotic locations, power-packed action and good looking actors. If that's enough good for you, if you are still looking for the story hit the next screen and watch Haider.
  19. SKJBollywoodNews

    Film review ·

    Bang Bang gets the boredom quotient bang-on. The rest is all noise and fury about a diamond, Kohinoor no less, stolen from a British museum. The way the thief carries the precious 'diamond'(which looks like a paperweight) around in his pocket goes to show how little a certain group of filmmakers respect the audiences' intellect.

From our readers

Audience reviews (4)

17 ratings · user score 3.4

  1. TanviOct 2014
    2/10

    The movie has a lot of copied scenes frm hollywood Knight & Day n Knight and Day has logic and tom cruise and Cameron Diaz .Bt bang bang is nothing bt disappointment the only gud thing abt ths movie is Hrithik it's jst coz of him it ws bearable

  2. Tazz SaeedOct 2014
    6/10

    This movie was made for masses whose definition of a good film are bullets, car chases, plane crashes and obviously to top it all bollywood's 2 most stunning actors in the film but what the masses today need is something that is more realistic and something that they can associate with.

  3. Tejas NairApr 2015
    5/10

    Kaif acts as a catalyst in the whole drama which talks about a professional thief Rajveer (Hrithik Roshan) trying to make things right after he's willfully stolen the famed Kohinoor diamond (the film hesitates to narrate the full story behind it) from London. A good amount of twists and turns appear as we find out that the previous sentence is not all right. Villains are plenty: Danny Denzongpa as the primary, Jaaved Jaffrey as his second guy; latter is more superior in performance. It is perhaps the sheer brilliance of writers (Sujoy Ghosh, I guess, did something good out of the borrowed copy of the film which it is a remake of) that the film moves forward with natural pace at the beginning. Harleen (Kaif) gets entangled with Rajveer and the rom- com musical kicks in. The climax is related to the prologue where Jimmy Shergill outsmarts all his fellow cast mates. As a whole, if you observe, the plot is silver-lined with a story so naive and unthoughtful that the thinking audience grows numb in the mind and starts to despise the on-screen characters. This is aggravated by our show-stopper (literally), the foreign child of Bollywood, Katrina Kaif as she lays her cards, babbling with an accent, while her hero is busy chasing bullets and throwing back (or should I write "ricochetting") few. That moment, I had completed analyzing the film and cursed my friend for insisting on it, over Haider. After 2 hours, your popcorn bucket is empty for the second time and you (and your wallet, too) gasp for breath while our Harleen is still stuck with a question about her lover-cum-hero-cum-anti-hero's identity. The action sequences and romance is all I am happy with, which may or may not include the brief scene where the hotties play tonsil hockey. But there is a good chance that you, like me, may barf during any or all of the action scenes because they all have this hip hop inspired dubstep music playing in the background. Kaif in her scantily clad clothes and Roshan in his ultimate human bod impress, but glam only fills a part of my stomach. With a series of fictional ideologies, drugs that make you tell the truth, the story finally reaches its climax and ends coldly. Music is average. BOTTOM LINE: Do not enter the theater with hate or prejudice for it is obvious that you will come out disappointed over a movie which is a remake of an international pot-boiler. While I would, and can, picture Roshan as Cruise, I wouldn't dare to do that for Diaz. 5/10 for a good, afternoon, action film. And if I had to put the film in to perspective, it is far better than Dhoom 3, yet inferior to Dhoom 1.

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