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Critics Review
3.00
Venkatesh and Nawazuddin deliver riveting performances in the action-packed drama
Saindhav is an intriguing attempt at blending emotional depth with action, but its execution doesn't consistently hit the mark. It has engaging moments, and serves as a testament to the evolving nature of Telugu cinema, where traditional storytelling is being melded with contemporary cinematic sensibilities.(more)
Source: TOi, Times Of India
2.00
2.50
Partly engaging action drama
Saindhav has a good concept, but the narrative is underwhelming and flat for the most part. Venkatesh�s dashing performance and the last half an hour are the biggest assets of Saindhav. Despite having talented actors by his side, the director didn�t provide them with good roles. The background score is one more biggest drawback, which brings down the impact considerably. Venky�s performance and a few emotional moments make the movie an okayish fare. Hence, it is advised to keep your expectations in check.(more)
Source: 123 Telugu, 123telugu.com
1.50
Venkatesh film is utterly avoidable
This is a sort of John Wick-meets-Drushyam with a touch of medical thriller in a mythical city that may be inspired by Gotham city. The father we get to see in the beginning is not one awash in his daughter�s love, nor is he a repentant soul. He appears as if he is just waiting for the first push to get back to his old ways.(more)
Source: Rana, Indian Express
2.50
Venkatesh's film drowns due to sluggish screenplay
�Saindhav�, with its interesting premise, could have ended up as a fulfilling entertainer had it offered some interesting ideas.(more)
Source: Janani, India Today
2.50
Venkatesh's desi John Wick is decent, but it's Nawazuddin Siddiqui who steals the show
Saindhav is not a bad film by any means, it�s not the kind of film where you find everything unbearable. But it�s also not the kind of film where anything sticks with you long after it�s done. Sailesh, as a director, is capable of more. The film�s music by Santhosh Narayanan is also a hit-and-miss. While some portions of the background score leave a mark, the soundtrack is mostly a miss. Arya, Jisshu Sengupta, Mukesh Rishi and others get roles that don�t leave a mark. This is a film that�s strictly okay.(more)
Source: Neeshita Nyayapati,, Hindustan Times