<p>In the opening scene of ‘Kabir Singh’, a very intoxicated Shah Kapoor calls up a girl for casual sex. Minutes later, as the two hurriedly take their clothes off, the girl’s fiance comes knocking at their door. The girl pushes Kabir away but he is in no mood to listen and wants to do it anyway. As the girl flares up and pushes him away, he grabs a knife&nbsp;lying on the counter next to them and threatens her to have sex. The two stare at each other, until better sense prevails, and Kabir leaves the house. A poignant moment in the film that defines how Kabir is – an impulsive, short-tempered man-child who wants everything to go his way, always.</p>

<p>Writer-director Sandeep Vanga Reddy remakes his Telugu debut 'Arjun Reddy'&nbsp;in Hindi and keeps the story and screenplay more or less the same. Dr Kabir Singh ( Shahid Kapoor), who states he is ‘not a rebel without a cause’ unabashedly, falls in love with college junior Preeti Sikka (Kiara Advani). Kabir is a college bully and in more ways than one – lets the entire campus know that Preeti is his girl and no one is allowed to even speak to her without his permission. He takes extra interest in her, makes her his student, takes classes outside the classroom for her and eventually a meek, almost-mute Preeti falls for him. Thinks are picture perfect even when Kabir graduates and moves to Mussoorie for masters.</p>

<p>It's only when the two complete their college and want to get married, does the problem start. Preeti belongs to a conservative family who is in no mood to get her married to a brash, short-tempered boy. She gets married off and he finds solace in addiction. The film thus explores&nbsp;Kabir’s journey towards self-destruction, where dejected in love, he becomes more reckless and remains constantly intoxicated- hoping to forget Preeti and the pain of separation.</p>

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<p>Reddy delivers a detailed screenplay and Shahid Kapoor, as the rebellious, womaniser Kabir Singh delivers a stupefying performance. Over the years, Shahid has proved time and again that given a good script- he can deliver. He brings naivety and brashness in equal amount to his character. You hate him for being such an ill-mannered, abusive man who refuses to move on but at the same time smile at his naivety, his vulnerability and feel bad for what has happened to him. You hate his Kabir Singh, you are infuriated even and that's how powerful Shahid’s performance is. He plays a character 10 years younger to his actual age- but Shahid seamlessly fits in making his act stand out. This undoubtedly&nbsp;is his best performance since ‘Haider’.</p>

<p>Kiara Advani too impresses as the vulnerable Preeti who may appear meek and shy in the beginning, but eventually turns out to be quite a rebel herself! The actress brings an innocence to her character and with limited lines, emotes through eyes. It took us a while to notice Kiara’s talent, she made her debut in 2014 in 'Fugly'&nbsp;but it was only after ‘Lust Stories’ in 2018&nbsp;that people took notice of her. ‘Kabir Singh’ reiterates the fact that she is a good performer and can manage to hold her own.</p>

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<p>Another actor who stands out is Soham Majumdar who plays Shiva, Kabir’s best friend who stays by Kabir’s side even when his own family turns their back towards him. Shiva is the friend that everyone needs and Majumdar plays the role with utmost dedication.</p>

<p>While the film has incredible performances from its actors, the story remains a major problem. It is 2019, a time when so much has been discussed in terms of women rights, yet filmmakers find it okay to glorify toxic masculinity in a three-hour long film.</p>

<p>Romanticising the pain of heartbreak has been a favourite theme for filmmakers since time immemorial. But at a time when the world is witnessing #MeToo movement, how is it okay to show a leading man who openly fat shames, hits women at the drop of a hat, and abuses anyone and everyone? The film celebrates toxic masculinity in&nbsp;the garb of portraying realism. It is a story from a man’s perspective where everyone is nonchalant about how wrong he is. ‘Yes, he is a flawed character. So what?’ seems to be the argument always.</p>

<p>The unbalanced characterisation of Kabir and Preeti aggravates the issues a lot more. Had they shown Preeti’s character arc in as much detail as Kabir’s, I would have still been okay. But its a 174 minutes long ordeal to watch Kabir destroying his world all in the name of heartbreak. In the second half, the film is overstretched with Kabir inflicting pain on himself again and again. He is hurt and angry- we get it. No point stretching it.</p>

<p>The film has some incredible music by a gamut of composers who enable the narrative to a great extent. Some great cameos by Kamini Kaushal, Suresh Oberoi, Arjan Bajwa, and Adil Hussain- makes the film more impactful.</p>

<p>In ‘Kabir Singh’, Shahid Kapoor shines. He plays the central character with utmost conviction and makes you loathe and love him at the same time. But the story itself is problematic. It somehow justifies, celebrates brash behaviour – such emotions should not be glorified, they need&nbsp;to be shunned.</p>


In the opening scene of ‘Kabir Singh’, a very intoxicated Shah Kapoor calls up a girl for casual sex. Minutes later, as the two hurriedly take their clothes off, the girl’s fiance comes knocking at their door.

In the opening scene of ‘Kabir Singh’, a very intoxicated Shah Kapoor calls up a girl for casual sex. Minutes later, as the two hurriedly take their clothes off, the girl’s fiance comes knocking at their door. The girl pushes Kabir away but he is in no mood to listen and wants to do it anyway. As the girl flares up and pushes him away, he grabs a knife lying on the counter next to them and threatens her to have sex. The two stare at each other, until better sense prevails, and Kabir leaves the house. A poignant moment in the film that defines how Kabir is – an impulsive, short-tempered man-child who wants everything to go his way, always. Writer-director Sandeep Vanga Reddy remakes his Telugu debut 'Arjun Reddy' in Hindi and keeps the story and screenplay more or less the same. Dr Kabir Singh ( Shahid Kapoor), who states he is ‘not a rebel without a cause’ unabashedly, falls in love with college junior Preeti Sikka (Kiara Advani). Kabir is a college bully and in more ways than one – lets the entire campus know that Preeti is his girl and no one is allowed to even speak to her without his permission. He takes extra interest in her, makes her his student, takes classes outside the classroom for her and eventually a meek, almost-mute Preeti falls for him. Thinks are picture perfect even when Kabir graduates and moves to Mussoorie for masters. It's only when the two complete their college and want to get married, does the problem start. Preeti belongs to a conservative family who is in no mood to get her married to a brash, short-tempered boy. She gets married off and he finds solace in addiction. The film thus explores Kabir’s journey towards self-destruction, where dejected in love, he becomes more reckless and remains constantly intoxicated- hoping to forget Preeti and the pain of separation. Reddy delivers a detailed screenplay and Shahid Kapoor, as the rebellious, womaniser Kabir Singh delivers a stupefying performance. Over the years, Shahid has proved time and again that given a good script- he can deliver. He brings naivety and brashness in equal amount to his character. You hate him for being such an ill-mannered, abusive man who refuses to move on but at the same time smile at his naivety, his vulnerability and feel bad for what has happened to him. You hate his Kabir Singh, you are infuriated even and that's how powerful Shahid’s performance is. He plays a character 10 years younger to his actual age- but Shahid seamlessly fits in making his act stand out. This undoubtedly is his best performance since ‘Haider’. Kiara Advani too impresses as the vulnerable Preeti who may appear meek and shy in the beginning, but eventually turns out to be quite a rebel herself! The actress brings an innocence to her character and with limited lines, emotes through eyes. It took us a while to notice Kiara’s talent, she made her debut in 2014 in 'Fugly' but it was only after ‘Lust Stories’ in 2018 that people took notice of her. ‘Kabir Singh’ reiterates the fact that she is a good performer and can manage to hold her own. Another actor who stands out is Soham Majumdar who plays Shiva, Kabir’s best friend who stays by Kabir’s side even when his own family turns their back towards him. Shiva is the friend that everyone needs and Majumdar plays the role with utmost dedication. While the film has incredible performances from its actors, the story remains a major problem. It is 2019, a time when so much has been discussed in terms of women rights, yet filmmakers find it okay to glorify toxic masculinity in a three-hour long film. Romanticising the pain of heartbreak has been a favourite theme for filmmakers since time immemorial. But at a time when the world is witnessing #MeToo movement, how is it okay to show a leading man who openly fat shames, hits women at the drop of a hat, and abuses anyone and everyone? The film celebrates toxic masculinity in the garb of portraying realism. It is a story from a man’s perspective where everyone is nonchalant about how wrong he is. ‘Yes, he is a flawed character. So what?’ seems to be the argument always. The unbalanced characterisation of Kabir and Preeti aggravates the issues a lot more. Had they shown Preeti’s character arc in as much detail as Kabir’s, I would have still been okay. But its a 174 minutes long ordeal to watch Kabir destroying his world all in the name of heartbreak. In the second half, the film is overstretched with Kabir inflicting pain on himself again and again. He is hurt and angry- we get it. No point stretching it. The film has some incredible music by a gamut of composers who enable the narrative to a great extent. Some great cameos by Kamini Kaushal, Suresh Oberoi, Arjan Bajwa, and Adil Hussain- makes the film more impactful. In ‘Kabir Singh’, Shahid Kapoor shines. He plays the central character with utmost conviction and makes you loathe and love him at the same time. But the story itself is problematic. It somehow justifies, celebrates brash behaviour – such emotions should not be glorified, they need to be shunned.

'Kabir Singh' review: Shahid Kapoor is outstanding in a film that glorifies toxic masculinity

<p>Shahid Kapoor who is essaying the role of an angry, vengeful man in his latest release `Kabir Singh` has earned praises for his flawless portrayal of the role.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kabir-singh-review-shahid-kapoor-is-outstanding-in-a-film-that-glorifies-toxic-masculinity-229077">Read our review of the film here.&nbsp;</a><br />
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Filmmaker Karan Johar congratulated the actor and sang praises of the lead pair.</p>

<p>Sharing a still from the film on Instagram, Karan Johar wrote a detailed and fascinating post dedicated to Shahid and Kiara Advani. "KABIR SINGH is about manic, relentless and reckless love and the experience of viewing the film is exactly the same! It`s relentless in its narrative leaves you reckless in emotion and you find yourself Manicly rooting for Kabir`s unabashed love for Preeti!" Karan`s post read.<br />
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Not leaving behind the spectacular work of the female protagonist Kiaraa, the post further read, "Kiara Advani is just so lovely! Her vulnerability and silences win your heart and soul!! She is the sunshine and smile of the film.....it`s directorial brilliance all the way!" "Sandeep is a master storyteller and breaks all cinematic grammar to tell this tale of paagal passionate love!! Huge mention to Soham Majumdar who essays a pitch-perfect best friend to Kabir! Go fall and rise in love with Kabir Singh! This ones a massive hit!!!!!," Karan ended giving a shout out to the team of the film in his post.</p>

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<p>Not only Johar but Shahid`s wife Mira Rajput Kapoor also seems to be in awe of her husband.<br />
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Mira wrote on Instagram, "Aa zamane aazmaale rooth ta nahi Faaslon se hausla ye toot ta nahi. So proud of you baby. It`s your time to shine."</p>

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<p>`Kabir Singh` which is the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit `Arjun Reddy`, has been helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Murad Khetani, Krishan Kumar and Ashwin Varde.<br />
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Shahid Kapoor who is essaying the role of an angry, vengeful man in his latest release `Kabir Singh` has earned praises for his flawless portrayal of the role. Read our review of the film here.

Shahid Kapoor who is essaying the role of an angry, vengeful man in his latest release `Kabir Singh` has earned praises for his flawless portrayal of the role. Read our review of the film here. Filmmaker Karan Johar congratulated the actor and sang praises of the lead pair. Sharing a still from the film on Instagram, Karan Johar wrote a detailed and fascinating post dedicated to Shahid and Kiara Advani. "KABIR SINGH is about manic, relentless and reckless love and the experience of viewing the film is exactly the same! It`s relentless in its narrative leaves you reckless in emotion and you find yourself Manicly rooting for Kabir`s unabashed love for Preeti!" Karan`s post read. Not leaving behind the spectacular work of the female protagonist Kiaraa, the post further read, "Kiara Advani is just so lovely! Her vulnerability and silences win your heart and soul!! She is the sunshine and smile of the film.....it`s directorial brilliance all the way!" "Sandeep is a master storyteller and breaks all cinematic grammar to tell this tale of paagal passionate love!! Huge mention to Soham Majumdar who essays a pitch-perfect best friend to Kabir! Go fall and rise in love with Kabir Singh! This ones a massive hit!!!!!," Karan ended giving a shout out to the team of the film in his post. View this post on Instagram KABIR SINGH is about manic, relentless and reckless love and the experience of viewing the film is exactly the same! It’s relentless in its narrative leaves you reckless in emotion and you find yourself Manicly rooting for Kabir’s unabashed love for Preeti! This modern Ode to Devdas leaves you spellbound! It also makes you stand up and applaud the genius of @shahidkapoor’s portrayal of KABIR SINGH! He lives and breathes the character with insanity and abandon! It almost seems like he has pulled every bit of himself to portray the part! Brilliant!!!! @kiaraaliaadvani is just so lovely! Her vulnerability and silences win your heart and soul!! She is the sunshine and smile of the film.....it’s directorial brilliance all the way! Sandeep is a master storyteller and breaks all cinematic grammar to tell this tale of paagal passionate love!! Huge mention to Soham Majumdar who essays a pitch perfect best friend to Kabir! Go fall and rise in love with Kabir Singh! This ones a massive hit!!!!! A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar) on Jun 20, 2019 at 2:35pm PDT × Not only Johar but Shahid`s wife Mira Rajput Kapoor also seems to be in awe of her husband. Mira wrote on Instagram, "Aa zamane aazmaale rooth ta nahi Faaslon se hausla ye toot ta nahi. So proud of you baby. It`s your time to shine." View this post on Instagram Aa zamane aazmaale rooth ta nahi Faaslon se hausla ye toot'ta nahi So proud of you baby It’s your time to shine. A post shared by Mira Rajput Kapoor (@mira.kapoor) on Jun 20, 2019 at 2:01pm PDT × `Kabir Singh` which is the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit `Arjun Reddy`, has been helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Murad Khetani, Krishan Kumar and Ashwin Varde. The film hit the theatres on Friday, 21 June 2019.

Karan Johar, Mira Rajput Kapoor sing praises of Shahid Kapoor in 'Kabir Singh'

<p>Shahid Kapoor starrer ‘Kabir Singh’ released in India today while it was made available for screening in the Middle East, a day earlier. The first reactions to the film are favourable as fans and critics call it “a must watch”.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kabir-singh-review-shahid-kapoor-is-outstanding-in-a-film-that-glorifies-toxic-masculinity-229077">Read our review of the film here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Indian casting director Mukesh Chhabra took to Twitter to call it “Shahid’s best performance ever”and applauding acting, direction and the background score. He wrote, “#KabirSingh is a must watch movie!!! @shahidkapoor 's best performance so far. Mind blowing. Aur @Advani_Kiara kya baath hai 😍 An absolutely trippy film. The audience is going to go mad. The background score just compliments everything. Superb Direction by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.”</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> is a must watch movie!!! <a href="https://twitter.com/shahidkapoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shahidkapoor</a> 's best performance so far. Mind blowing.Aur <a href="https://twitter.com/Advani_Kiara?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Advani_Kiara</a> kya baath hai 😍 An absolutely trippy film. The audience is going to go mad. The background score just compliments everything. Superb Direction by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.</p>
— Mukesh Chhabra CSA (@CastingChhabra) <a href="https://twitter.com/CastingChhabra/status/1141579866304741376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>“In #KabirSingh @shahidkapoor is menacing, not likeable. Angry. Visceral. So far the fine line between stylized and glorified is managed well by him &amp; Vanga,” one person wrote. “What an outstanding performance Boss,” wrote another, referring to Shahid’s turn as a self-destructive medical student, who spirals out of control after a bad breakup.</p>

<p>Trade analyst Taran Adarsh called the film "powerful" in his review. Read his tweet:"Not the typical romantic saga. Unconventional, but powerful. Shahid is outstanding, career-best act. Kiara is lovely. Director Sandeep is an incredible storyteller. Overstretched runtime is a deterrent. #KabirSinghReview"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OneWordReview?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OneWordReview</a>...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a>: POWERFUL.<br />
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½<br />
Not the typical romantic saga. Unconventional, but powerful. Shahid is outstanding, career-best act. Kiara is lovely. Director Sandeep is an incredible storyteller. Overstretched runtime is a deterrent. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSinghReview?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSinghReview</a> <a href="https://t.co/5WiEEQJW2k">pic.twitter.com/5WiEEQJW2k</a></p>
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<p>Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani play lovers in the film as they fall in love while studying at a medical college in Delhi. Their love story takes a turn when Kiara’s father does not agree to the match and gets her married to someone else. The film then shows Shahid’s character in the most vulnerable state as he suffers the loss of his love.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">In <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/shahidkapoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shahidkapoor</a> is menacing, not likeable. Angry. Visceral. So far the fine line between stylized and glorified is managed well by him &amp; Vanga.</p>
— Mahwash Ajaz (@mahwashajaz_) <a href="https://twitter.com/mahwashajaz_/status/1141599421811109888?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌<br />
What an outstanding perfomance Boss.<br />
Mind still quaking.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a></p>
— Z Aaris (@iamZaidaaris) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamZaidaaris/status/1141611885923405824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2. First of all let us tell you, this is not a normal lovestory where a boy &amp; a girl meets &amp; they fall in love &amp; eventually everything goes smooth. This story is something which Bollywood never witnessed. Stunning 2nd half which reveals heroin's part</p>
— AlwaysBollywood (@AlwaysBollywood) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlwaysBollywood/status/1141622856452722688?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Saw <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> at Censor Board ! What a BOMBASTIC Film ! <a href="https://twitter.com/shahidkapoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shahidkapoor</a> Stole the Show all the way. What a Film ! 👏👏👏</p>
— Umair Sandhu (@UmairFilms) <a href="https://twitter.com/UmairFilms/status/1141397147243417602?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> is a RUSH of ADRENALINE, EMOTION, RAGE and LOVE! <a href="https://twitter.com/shahidkapoor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shahidkapoor</a> buy a new home to house all the best actor trophies! 👏👏👏 Performance of a lifetime! <a href="https://twitter.com/Advani_Kiara?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Advani_Kiara</a> is BRILLIANT n VULNERABLE! Congrats <a href="https://twitter.com/itsBhushanKumar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@itsBhushanKumar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ashwinvarde?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ashwinvarde</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MuradKhetani?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MuradKhetani</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TSeries?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TSeries</a> for a SUPER HIT</p>
— Milap (@zmilap) <a href="https://twitter.com/zmilap/status/1141808073012473856?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Early reviews of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KabirSingh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KabirSingh</a> are phenomenal. Many critics are saying its the best romantic film over decades..<br />
All set to take a thunderstorm opening tomorrow.</p>
— BOX OFFICE INDIA (@Box_OfficeIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/Box_OfficeIndia/status/1141760387794128896?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2019</a></blockquote>
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Shahid Kapoor starrer ‘Kabir Singh’ released in India today while it was made available for screening in the Middle East, a day earlier. The first reactions to the film are favourable as fans and critics call it “a must watch”.

Shahid Kapoor starrer ‘Kabir Singh’ released in India today while it was made available for screening in the Middle East, a day earlier. The first reactions to the film are favourable as fans and critics call it “a must watch”. Read our review of the film here. Indian casting director Mukesh Chhabra took to Twitter to call it “Shahid’s best performance ever”and applauding acting, direction and the background score. He wrote, “#KabirSingh is a must watch movie!!! @shahidkapoor 's best performance so far. Mind blowing. Aur @Advani_Kiara kya baath hai 😍 An absolutely trippy film. The audience is going to go mad. The background score just compliments everything. Superb Direction by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.” #KabirSingh is a must watch movie!!! @shahidkapoor 's best performance so far. Mind blowing.Aur @Advani_Kiara kya baath hai 😍 An absolutely trippy film. The audience is going to go mad. The background score just compliments everything. Superb Direction by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. — Mukesh Chhabra CSA (@CastingChhabra) June 20, 2019 × “In #KabirSingh @shahidkapoor is menacing, not likeable. Angry. Visceral. So far the fine line between stylized and glorified is managed well by him & Vanga,” one person wrote. “What an outstanding performance Boss,” wrote another, referring to Shahid’s turn as a self-destructive medical student, who spirals out of control after a bad breakup. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh called the film "powerful" in his review. Read his tweet:"Not the typical romantic saga. Unconventional, but powerful. Shahid is outstanding, career-best act. Kiara is lovely. Director Sandeep is an incredible storyteller. Overstretched runtime is a deterrent. #KabirSinghReview" #OneWordReview...#KabirSingh: POWERFUL. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½ Not the typical romantic saga. Unconventional, but powerful. Shahid is outstanding, career-best act. Kiara is lovely. Director Sandeep is an incredible storyteller. Overstretched runtime is a deterrent. #KabirSinghReview pic.twitter.com/5WiEEQJW2k — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) June 20, 2019 × Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani play lovers in the film as they fall in love while studying at a medical college in Delhi. Their love story takes a turn when Kiara’s father does not agree to the match and gets her married to someone else. The film then shows Shahid’s character in the most vulnerable state as he suffers the loss of his love. See the other reactions to the film: In #KabirSingh @shahidkapoor is menacing, not likeable. Angry. Visceral. So far the fine line between stylized and glorified is managed well by him & Vanga. — Mahwash Ajaz (@mahwashajaz_) June 20, 2019 × Shahid Kapoor 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌 What an outstanding perfomance Boss. Mind still quaking.#KabirSingh — Z Aaris (@iamZaidaaris) June 20, 2019 × #KabirSingh review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐1/2. First of all let us tell you, this is not a normal lovestory where a boy & a girl meets & they fall in love & eventually everything goes smooth. This story is something which Bollywood never witnessed. Stunning 2nd half which reveals heroin's part — AlwaysBollywood (@AlwaysBollywood) June 20, 2019 × Saw #KabirSingh at Censor Board ! What a BOMBASTIC Film ! @shahidkapoor Stole the Show all the way. What a Film ! 👏👏👏 — Umair Sandhu (@UmairFilms) June 19, 2019 × #KabirSingh is a RUSH of ADRENALINE, EMOTION, RAGE and LOVE! @shahidkapoor buy a new home to house all the best actor trophies! 👏👏👏 Performance of a lifetime! @Advani_Kiara is BRILLIANT n VULNERABLE! Congrats @itsBhushanKumar @ashwinvarde @MuradKhetani @TSeries for a SUPER HIT — Milap (@zmilap) June 20, 2019 × Early reviews of #KabirSingh are phenomenal. Many critics are saying its the best romantic film over decades.. All set to take a thunderstorm opening tomorrow. — BOX OFFICE INDIA (@Box_OfficeIndia) June 20, 2019 ×

Kabir Singh: First reactions in, critics call it Shahid Kapoor's best performance ever