Critics Review
2.75
A Watchable Cop Drama with a Stunning Climax!
A decent flow that stays true to the genre, the Patrol duty scenes are separate blocks and it demands coherent follow-ups. The ending is shocking and also discusses a sensitive topic, just that it deserved a tighter setup.(more)
Source: Ashwin Ram, MovieCrow
3.50
A Haunting Gritty Police Drama from Shahi Kabir
The film's continuity�from the setting of a pre-Christmas night to the palpable exhaustion portrayed by the actors as the night wears on�is handled brilliantly. The emotional transitions during each incident, and how they affect the officers' interactions with others, speak to the strength of the wr...(more)
Source: Gopika, Times Of India
3.50
A solid police procedural led by Dileesh Pothan, Roshan Mathew; but Shahi Kabir's usual problematic tropes persist
Ronth is a well-crafted cop drama, marked by a strong visual language, thanks to the brilliant cinematography by Manesh Madhavan. The film beautifully captures the ethos of both the characters and the broader landscape in tandem. The organic transitions between mid and wide shots, especially as the ...(more)
Source: Anandu Suresh, Indian Express
3.00
An engrossing cop drama that does not miss a beat
After Joseph, Nayattu, Ela Veezha Poonchira and Officer on Duty, Shahi Kabir continues to tap into his experiences in the police department, mining uncommon stories which paint an unflattering picture of the force. Even though the narrative unfurls through these short, seemingly disconnected episode...(more)
Source: SR Praveen, The Hindu