Baby John Movie Review: Baby John attempts to blend intense action, star power, and thrilling moments but ultimately struggles with its execution.

Led by Varun Dhawan, who brings his best efforts to the role, and featuring a cameo from Salman Khan, the film initially creates excitement. However, despite its action-packed sequences and strong star cast, it fails to connect emotionally and suffers from an inconsistent screenplay.

With plot holes, awkward dialogues, and lackluster character development, this film misses the mark on what could have been a solid mass entertainer.

Star Cast: Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Jackie Shroff, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Zara Zyanna
Director: Kalees

What’s Good: Varun Dhawan’s dedication, some thrilling action scenes, Salman Khan’s cameo, and background scores.
What’s Bad: Poor screenplay, plot holes, cringe-worthy dialogues, and illogical action sequences.
Loo Break: Feel free to step out during the random and irrelevant soundtracks.
Watch or Not?: If you’re a Varun Dhawan or Salman Khan fan, you might enjoy it. Otherwise, it’s a missed opportunity.

Language: Hindi
Available On: Theatrical Release
Runtime: 159 minutes

Baby John Movie Plot Overview

Baby John follows John D’Silva (Varun Dhawan), who leads a peaceful life with his daughter. However, his past resurfaces when a dangerous foe, Babbar Sher (Jackie Shroff), forces him to confront his past. John is revealed to be DCP Satya Verma, a man on the run after a tragedy, now forced to protect his daughter and seek revenge.

Baby John Script & Execution

The film’s screenplay is a major flaw, riddled with plot holes. From John’s ability to seamlessly adopt a new identity and open a bakery, to unrealistic vigilante action, logic takes a backseat.

The random placement of soundtracks only adds confusion. Dialogues intended to be impactful end up feeling awkward. For example, Varun delivers lines like “Mere Jaise Toh Kahi Aye Hai, But Main Pehle Aya Hun,” which feel forced and cringe-worthy.

Additionally, the writing fails to build meaningful connections, especially between Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh.

The emotional depth is lacking. The relationship between John and his wife, as well as the father-daughter bond, could have been explored better. However, every emotional scene feels disconnected. Characters come and go, but you rarely feel invested in their journey.

Baby John Star Performance

Varun Dhawan stands out in Baby John. His transition from a simple man to a tough, vengeful cop is convincing, especially in action sequences. His chemistry with young Zara Zyanna (who plays his daughter Khushi) is heartwarming. However, in emotionally charged moments, Varun struggles a bit.

Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi perform well within their roles, but the writing limits their potential. Jackie Shroff as the antagonist is menacing but falls into a caricatured portrayal.

Rajpal Yadav adds humor and a unique flavor to the film, especially with his action sequences. Zara Zyanna deserves special mention for her adorable performance as Khushi.

Direction & Music

Kalees and Atlee tried to retain the high-octane energy of Theri, but the film falters due to weak execution. Some action scenes are exciting, while others seem exaggerated and illogical.

The placement of songs seems jarring, with none of them leaving a lasting impact. However, the background score, especially “Beast Mode,” does provide the needed swag.

The Last Word

In the end, Baby John misses the mark despite the potential. Varun Dhawan’s honest efforts and Salman Khan’s cameo aren’t enough to save the film.

The lackluster screenplay, inconsistent plot, and missed emotional beats make this remake a letdown. If you’re looking for mindless entertainment, this might be for you, but otherwise, it’s a forgettable ride.

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