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Critics Review
2.00
A straight biopic marred by melodrama
There is a slight attempt to shake the glorifying, run-of-the-mill biopic. Srikanth develops a power-hungry attitude in the second half. He starts using his disability to pull favours. It's a diabolically nice touch but is rather quickly resolved, as if added as an afterthought. Before you know it, we are back to oscillating between pity and admiration for the film's protagonist.(more)
Source: Karthik, The New Indian Express
2.50
Rajkummar Rao brings skill and sincerity to this inspiring biopic
Still, despite its limitations, I will take �Srikanth�. Because it chooses to tell the story of someone who refused to be labelled a bechara � no standing on the road and begging for alms or �making candles� �and celebrates an individual who managed to lift himself from a hole in the ground, literally, where he was going be buried alive, to someone who created a job for himself, and countless people like him. Because it talks of barabari, not bechargi: yes it comes off as a dialogue, but it is also effective.(more)
Source: Shubara Gupta, Indian Express
3.00
Aided By Rajkummar Rao's Skillful Performance, This Is No Ordinary Bollywood Biopic
Srikanth, as uplifting a film as any, deserves a wide audience. It is more than a mere story. It is a heartwarming celebration of a way of seeing the world in a new light.(more)
Source: Saibal Chatterjee, NDTV Movies
4.00
An honest and understated biopic that goes beyond glorification
Rajkummar Rao delivers a powerful performance as Srikanth, particularly excelling in portraying the character's internal struggles that come with success. He shines in the scenes when his indignation turns into insecurity and the endearing quality of laughing at himself. There�s a scene when Srikanth trips, hurts his forehead, and fools his girlfriend, Swati (Alaya F) that he�s got his eyesight back. While Rao convincingly portrays the adult Srikanth, the depiction of his teenage years seems a tad unconvincing. Jyothika is equally impressive as Devika, Srikanth's supportive teacher. Sharad Kelkar plays his friend, mentor, supporter, and business partner, Ravi, with finesse � he is the friend everyone needs, as he exudes quiet strength and understanding. Alaya F delivers a charming performance as Srikanth's love interest. However, the character deserved more depth; her role could have extended beyond just being a romantic element in the story.(more)
Source: Dhaval Roy, Times Of India
2.50
Flimsy Biopic
The film barely scratch the surface of Srikanth's activist side or his equation with Ravi, that's so instrumental in his entrepreneurial journey. Perhaps a deeper exploration into reflective moments of his life would have made a difference.(more)
Source: SUKANYA VERMA, Rediff.com
2.50
Rajkummar Rao bowls you over with his resilience and wit in this inspiring biopic
Srikanth is not preachy; it's just stating facts. It does stress on the fact that while others have sight, the visually challenged have a vision, but it never tries to show them as less privileged. With tons of humour laced carefully to not take away the seriousness of the subject, Srikanth is a heartwarming tale that leaves you feeling inspired and instils a feeling of self-belief. If Sri can, so can you.(more)
Source: Monika Rawal Kukreja, Hindustan Times