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IBNLive
Film review ·
4.0
The best thing about this film is that it's over in 95 minutes!
Shabri
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 6 critic reviewsA formulaic thriller saved partly by its short runtime.
Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.
- Praised: Short, brisk runtime
- Criticised: Derivative, unoriginal storytelling
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What 6 critics are saying
Critical reception for Shabri is largely negative to mixed, with most reviewers finding it too routine and formulaic to leave a lasting impression. The film's brief 95-minute runtime was noted by multiple critics, though opinions differed on whether this was a genuine merit or simply a relief. A few critics acknowledged the film as watchable and fairly engaging despite its flaws, while the majority pointed to its derivative, unoriginal storytelling as a significant drawback. Lack of a recognizable male lead and poor promotion were also flagged as commercial liabilities.
How the 6 scores spread
Positive / mixed / negative reviews
Positive = 6.5/10 and up · negative = below 5/10
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Critic reviews (6)
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DNA India
Film review ·
6.0Simple as Shabri is, director Marathe makes the film a gritty watch that keeps you fairly engaged. At around 95 minutes, that's not so bad.
Glamsham
Film review ·
6.0There are 'inspirations' from SATYA, and in one scene, Ramu's old friend Urmila Matondkar too makes a fleeting appearance.
Hindustan Times
Film review ·
3.0Audiences won't find anything new in this movie either. Why bother.
KoiMoi
Film review ·
3.0On the whole, Shabri is too routine to make its mark. Also given that there is no known male lead in the film, it will go largely unnoticed. Lack of promotion will only add to its tale of woes.
Rediff
Film review ·
3.0Shabri, despite its many flaws, watchable if not memorable.
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Cast & crew
Cast
Zakir HussainInspector Irfan Qazi
Raj ArjunMurad
Ragesh AsthanaShardool Seth
Urmila Matondkar
Eesha KoppikharShabri- Pravesh MishraKhare's Son
- Niraj KumarKisnya Babu
- Parvez KhanRahuu
- Kishore NandlaskarShabri's Father
- Vimal MhatreShabri's Mother
- Chandan PethkarNana
- Archana ThavreMrs. Khare
- Vijay KadechkarBandya
- Sanjay KulkarniInspector Kadam
- Datta SonawaneInspector Khare
Pradeep RawatRajdhar Bhau
Manish WadhwaVilas
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