Similar to Pathaan, SRK is initially portrayed when he is severely hurt and damaged. Although we cannot see his face, the wounds on his body give us the impression that he has been through a lot. Azad (Shah Rukh), a vigilante fighting a corrupt system, is first presented to us. Six ladies, each of whom has experienced loss in the past, support his carefully crafted schemes.
Their ultimate goal is to overthrow brutal arms dealer Kaali Gaikwad, with whom Azad has a past. Policeman Narmada Rai assumes responsibility for apprehending Azad and his gang while they carry on with their crimes. What follows is a cat-and-mouse game that culminates in a classic good vs evil movie.
When it comes to his time acting in commercial films, Shah Rukh Khan gives perhaps his greatest performance. To the joy of his followers, SRK dons a different outfit for each stunt he prepares, and he pulls them off flawlessly. He charmed women with his lover-boy persona when he was a young Azad, and now that he is Vikram with grey hair and a cigarette in his lips, he exudes an unrivalled vibe.
The core of Jawan is made up of SRK’s army of women, and it’s encouraging to see that each one of them has sufficient screen time to shine and contribute significantly to the plot and script. Vijay Sethupathi provides his own charm and gravity to match SRK’s popularity. He has intimidating and strong parts. Sethupathi maintains the terror that his presence instills in others, whether he is portraying a young or elderly person.
Every time Nayanthara enters the scene, there is a slow-motion shot to welcome her. But sadly, their chemistry is really flat and doesn’t produce any sparks. On the other side, Deepika Padukone’s special appearance as Vikram Rathore’s wife Aishwarya is delightful to behold.
By adding all the necessary components for a true-blue commercial film, Atlee gave a paisa vasool action drama. The public would go wild when witnessing his dramatic performance because of how well he conveyed Shah Rukh Khan. Be focused on the intro and interval portions.
Jawan comments about crony capitalism, bad loans, farmer suicides, underfunded public hospitals, broken military equipment, electoral fraud, and the hardship of a populace denied access to resources that are properly theirs without mentioning any specific individuals or citing any examples from actual life. The film’s initial 60 minutes are action-packed, filled with masterfully staged battle scenes, and feature a track that shows Azad and single mother Narmada becoming husband and wife.
Jawan has shortcomings. The movie’s plot isn’t really original, so occasionally it becomes predictable. There are a few extravagant sequences that were included on purpose to appeal to the general audience. Some of them were excellent, but some of the clichés might have been avoided.
Anirudh Ravichander falls short in the song department but excels in the background soundtrack. You won’t listen to the typical “speed-breaking” tracks, but you’ll definitely get into the symphonic fantasy he’s conjured up with the instruments. The editing could have used some sharpening.
Jawan is a well-crafted film that showcases the best of Shah Rukh Khan’s talent and star power. Atlee’s dedication to creating a memorable cinematic experience is evident throughout the film, making it a must-watch for fans of the superstar. Jawan will turn out to be a really excellent movie this weekend if you enjoy watching mass masala action films.