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UNindian

19 August 2016English1h 42m
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 15 scored reviews · 2 not rated

Lee's charm carries this breezy cross-cultural romance past its weak script.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Brett Lee's screen presence
  • Criticised: weak writing and script

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User score 5.0 out of 10 from 1 rating, not enough ratings for a verdict yet

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Critic consensus

What 17 critics are saying

Critical reception for 'UNindian' is mixed-to-lukewarm, with most reviewers positioning it as a harmless, undemanding watch rather than a standout entry in the cross-cultural romance genre. Brett Lee's screen presence and Tannishtha Chatterjee's performance were the most frequently cited positives, with several critics noting Lee's charm despite his acting limitations. The writing and script drew the most consistent criticism, with reviewers pointing to weak gags, loose ends, Bollywood clichés, and an unfocused second half as key shortcomings. Few critics found the film wholly satisfying, but many conceded it works as light, breezy entertainment for undemanding audiences.

How the 15 scores spread

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Critic reviews (17)

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

  1. Top critic

    NDTV

    Film review ·

    UNIndian, as a film, has its own share of pitfalls to negotiate. It occasionally resorts to contrived means to get around its loose ends. Yet, in the ultimate analysis, the film never trips irretrievably.
  2. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    Lee, surprisingly, isn't bad at all, and manages the emotional bits quite well, though he does flatten in bits. So does the film, but meanwhile it makes its point that East and West can sometimes be best.
  3. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    Anupam Sharma's romcom is a refreshing take on cross-cultural relationships in contemporary times. The film doesn't succumb to cliches.
  4. Bollywood Life

    Film review ·

    UnIndian, despite its flaws, still has all the ingredients to be a feel good date movie. With a runtime less than two hours, it won't make you shuffle much in your seats. Watch the film for Brett Lee's charming debut and Tannishtha Chatterjee showing once again that she is a versatile performer.
  5. DNA India

    Film review ·

    Brett Lee's bowling (as Will) gets sledged in the film, buy an Indian cardiologist 'wanker', no less. His acting, while it leaves a lot to be desired, could do with some net practice. But he'll get there soon enough. The film itself, could've done better with better writing.
  6. IBNLive

    Film review ·

    Writer Thusha Sathi should have paid more attention to the plot. Apart from clashes of culture UnIndian doesn't have much going on. If you think of it, after spending over 90 minutes, all you'd remember of the film is a clichéd cross-over film. Watch it if you are a true blue Brett Lee fan.
  7. India

    Film review ·

    The first half of UnIndian is light and funny, but the second half is filled with unnecessary drama used to bring the much needed substance to the movie. This romcom is a leisurely watch – don't expect much from it. But we loved the experimentation with the casting of UnIndian starring Tannishtha Chatterjee, Brett Lee, Supriya Pathak,  Akash Khurana and Gulshan Grover.
  8. India Today

    Film review ·

    UnIndian won't bowl you over but it is that breezy film which has enough moments to make you chuckle and laugh.
  9. Mid-Day

    Film review ·

    This is not meant to be serious stuff. It's a harmless, reasonably enjoyable outing if you're not expecting too much from it!
  10. Rediff

    Film review ·

    The film isn't void of typical Bollywood clichés either but the endearing romance between Lee and Chatterjee makes UnIndian a decent watch.
  11. Zee News

    Film review ·

    With fairly moderate production values, the film is glossy and upbeat. The aerial shots of the city are well-captured. Overall, 'UnIndian' is a frothy film, worth a watch to encourage Brett Lee.
  12. Deccan Chronicle

    Film review ·

    The upbeat feel of the film is undemanding, and doesn't have any surprises in store. Watch it if you want some simple stuff that doesn't annoy you.
  13. Filmfare

    Film review ·

    This film may be called UnIndian but its treatment, writing and technique is unmistakably Indian and a little too obsessed with being masala. The only good thing about this frivolous romance is its leading man and his good looks.
  14. Mumbai Mirror

    Film review ·

    While most gags fall flat, Lee is decidedly bad enough to be good in a dream sequence where he shakes a leg to "Jumme Ki Raat" (Kick) — like a freak reality show contestant.
  15. TheStatesman

    Film review ·

    UnIndian is littered with lazily written scenes with dialogues to match. The situations in the script are played out strictly by numbers. The love-making scene between Brett and Tannisha, seriously chopped off, looks like it could do with some excitement from both the parties.
  16. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    Watch unIndian if you like Brett Lee and would like to see him make his big silver screen debut. Watch the movie if you are in the mood for an Aussie romantic comedy with Indian.. er.. unIndian flavors.
  17. Scroll.in

    Film review ·

    ...heavy on the sort of cultural tropes that buoy the average NRI comedy: weddings, differing values, mock horror over Caucasian men preying on innocent Indian women and the long-simmering sexual union (cut down in the Indian version). But the dialogue is easy on the ear and the cultural anxieties are just a stock-in-trade.

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