Review Central: Airlift: Akshay Kumar scales the heights in this true story

Akshay Kumar

Airlift, directed by Raja Menon, is based on a true story – the remarkable evacuation of thousands of Indians from war-hit Kuwait in August 1990. It’s got all-round applause, even if some critics felt it lacked a certain tautness. And the won who walks away with unqualified praise is the film’s hero, Akshay Kumar, who delivers a career best performance. Here’s what the critics are saying:

 

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Our take: If thrillers and real-life stories are your thing, then go for it. Akshay Kumar’s performance certainly makes Airlift worth watching.

 

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