Baaghi 4 Review: A Missed Opportunity for the Action Franchise
Director A Harsha’s Baaghi 4 promised high-octane thrills, a powerful cast, and Tiger Shroff at his action best. Instead, what lands on screen is a glossy but underwhelming ride that starts strong but loses steam midway. With Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu, Sonam Bajwa, and Shreyas Talpade alongside Tiger, the film had all the ingredients of a gripping action drama. Unfortunately, what could have been a roller coaster ends up a repetitive merry-go-round.
Familiar Faces, Familiar Tropes
From the very first frame, Baaghi 4 feels oddly familiar. The trailer already gave off Animal-inspired vibes, and the film doubles down by featuring the same actors—Saurabh Sachdeva and Upendra Limaye, playing nearly identical characters. Even a glamorous song featuring debutante Harnaaz Sandhu in the second half looks like a copy of Pathaan’s “Besharam Rang.”
The plot follows Ronny (Tiger Shroff), haunted by visions of a mysterious girl, Alisha (Harnaaz Sandhu). Everyone around him insists she’s a figment of his imagination—until Ronny learns the truth. The first half builds intrigue with emotional beats, Shreyas Talpade’s comic timing, and Tiger’s rare vulnerability, giving hope that this sequel might surprise skeptics.
Second Half Collapse with Sanjay Dutt’s Entry
Just when things get interesting, the film nosedives. Sanjay Dutt arrives as the menacing antagonist Chacko, but instead of intensifying the drama, the pace collapses. The narrative goes haywire—lookalikes, bizarre fairy-tale references, endless bloodshed, and misplaced humor derail the tension.
Sanjay Dutt had earlier claimed Baaghi 4 moved him more than any film since Vaastav. Watching the chaotic second half, one can’t help but wonder if he was referring to an entirely different project.
Performances: Tiger Shroff Holds His Ground
If Baaghi 4 works at all, it’s because of Tiger Shroff. Over the years, he has grown from a one-note action hero to an actor willing to experiment with emotionally complex roles. His physicality in action sequences is unmatched, and his commitment to the unhinged Ronny keeps you hooked—even when the script falters.
Harnaaz Sandhu makes a modest debut but lacks emotional depth. Sanjay Dutt is wasted in a role that could have had gravitas but instead feels caricatured. Sonam Bajwa barely registers, her role being underwritten from the start.
Verdict: A Franchise That Needs Rethinking
Baaghi 4 begins like a thriller with promise but ends in chaos. Despite Tiger Shroff’s earnest performance and slick action, the film’s sloppy second half and recycled tropes undo all goodwill built in the beginning. What was marketed as a thrilling ride turns out to be a flashy merry-go-round—loud, repetitive, and ultimately forgettable.
Rating: 2/5
