Khalifa (U/A)
20/Aug/2026 Action, Thriller 2hrs 39mins

1.50

An exhausting commercial cinema with zero substance!

The basic need for a heist or smuggling subject is that there has to be at least bare minimal smartness, but it seems like the director never considered the writing part, rather just focused on making a stylish-looking film. Hence the crashing-bore output.(more)

Source: Ashwin Ram , MovieCrow

2.00

Prithviraj�s actioner is a hollow spectacle that even Mohanlal can�t save

Although Vysakh inflates the visuals disproportionately, none of the scenes quite capture the intended emotions. Even the sequences showcasing Aamir�s so-called brilliance in smuggling through airports are dull and don�t even come close to the captivating moments director KV Anand created in Ayan (2...(more)

Source: Anandu Suresh, Indian Express

2.00

Prithviraj Can't Save Bland Thriller

Khalifa wants to build a universe, but forgets to build a compelling film first. Despite Prithviraj Sukumaran's commanding presence, stylish visuals and a few solid action stretches, the film�s derivative writing and archaic direction rob that universe of any good momentum even with those grand came...(more)

Source: SREEJU SUDHAKARAN, Rediff.com