Kangana Ranaut starrer Tejas is claimed to be India's first air-actioner film which is a tribute to Indian Air Force officers. Tejas is set in 2016 when the IAF made the historic decision to induct women into combat roles. The film also features Anshul Chauhan, Ashish Vidyarthi and Varun Mitra among others.
Here are a few first-day reviews and reactions from social media users who watched the film.
Tejas Twitter Review
Kangana Ranaut who is the recipient of the Padma Shri Award and four National Awards for her work is once again hailed for her performance as a female fighter pilot.
One X (Formerly Known as Twitter) user @urshwta says that Ranaut's top-notch acting is successfully capturing the bravery and determination of Tejas Gill. And calls the film showcasing the "indomitable spirit of a woman Air Force pilot."
"Tejas" showcases the indomitable spirit of a woman Air Force pilot, brilliantly played by KR. Her performance is top-notch, capturing the bravery & determination of Tejas Gill perfectly. With a powerful storyline, Tejas is a must-watch film.
— Shweta Singh (@urshweta) October 27, 2023
4.5 ⭐#TejasReview #KanganaRanaut pic.twitter.com/0i6ljEywjF
Another X user, @KhabriBossLady commented on Ranaut's performance in the film, "You see Tejas, not Kangana Ranaut". One other user called out Ranaut's acting as the "most bizarre acting portrayal."
As the film is based on the real-life events of an Indian Air Force fighter pilot, many appreciated the film as @RahulCh9290 wrote "tour de force" to the film and called Ranaut's performance "electrifying".
𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗰𝘁 : #Tejas is a Winner 🏆 !!
— Rahul Chauhan (@RahulCh9290) October 27, 2023
𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ 💫#TejasReview: A cinematic 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 that left us in awe! 🔥 🔥
Riveting storytelling, gripping narrative, Powerful performances & heart-pounding action. It's a must-watch tribute to the valor of… pic.twitter.com/wiphKPkJcA
While @NishitShawHere gave a poor verdict to the film by not just calling out the film but also calling out the VFX, screenwriting, and dialogues. calling everything "lacklustre".
Rating: ⭐️½ #Tejas: EPIC LETDOWN 👎 👎
— Nishit Shaw (@NishitShawHere) October 27, 2023
Screenwriting, Dialogues, Performances: Everything is LACKLUSTRE.
Flawed VFX, below par execution & illogical scenes steal all merits. #KanganaRanaut & team fall prey to weak writing & confusing narration. NOT RECOMMENDED. #TejasReview pic.twitter.com/VLFU9XAPoC
While @KhabriLadyBoss appreciated VFX as being better than many high-budget films and called the film "just fitting the bill." Another user @TeraKabil posted a 2-minute clip review writing that the negativity around the film is coming from Bollywood gangs and Kangana haters and asks people to ignore that.
#TejasReview so #KanganaRanaut starrer #Tejas movie shines where #GunjanSaxena movie failed, #Tejas is all about real emotions instead of just fitting the bill, ticking boxes. Not once does Kangana looks disinterested in her role, she actually lives it. You see Tejas not Kangana… pic.twitter.com/SieAAKbnbq
— Lady Khabri (@KhabriBossLady) October 27, 2023
#Tejas true review by a common man
— ☆𝑫☆ (@TeraKabil) October 27, 2023
I would request everyone to ignore the negativity that some bollywood gangs and Kangana haters are spreading about this film and watch the film bcoz this film is a patriotic film that all Indians should watch
5 ⭐#KanganaRanaut #TejasReview pic.twitter.com/njM1VYvvp1
Netizend also thanked the director of the film Sarwesh Mewara for making this film as users wrote Bollywood has found a "new gem".
My #TejasReview : STANDING OVATION 🔥💥💥💥💥 Jai Shree Ram 🙏
— Actor Rajat (@ActorRajatSingh) October 27, 2023
I have teary eyes right now even after 1 hr of d movie #tejas Would like to thank @RSVPMovies for making this after URI ♥️ & @sarveshmewara1 U r a GEM v just discovered! @KanganaTeam Hats off to you 🔥 #KanganaRanaut pic.twitter.com/Z3QmhoUaOq
#TejasReview so #KanganaRanaut starrer #Tejas movie shines where #GunjanSaxena movie failed, #Tejas is all about real emotions instead of just fitting the bill, ticking boxes. Not once does Kangana looks disinterested in her role, she actually lives it. You see Tejas not Kangana… pic.twitter.com/SieAAKbnbq
— Lady Khabri (@KhabriBossLady) October 27, 2023
Other people have compared the film to Jhanavi Kapoor's Gunjan Saxena as a user wrote "Gunjan Saxena walked do that Tejas could fly high." While @hmmbly expressed that they are too afraid to say anything against the film as he criticises the film to be "best comedy film".
#TejasReview- One of the best comedy film you have ever seen. pic.twitter.com/wFr6LOlEk8
— ح (@hmmbly) October 27, 2023
Overall, the film has received positive reviews from X users. Many people have praised the film's realistic portrayal of the Indian Air Force, its thrilling action sequences, and the cast's powerful performances.
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