My Take On KICK - 'Only Salman And South Films Lovers Will Love, Others Will Find It Mere Average'

Salman Khan films are all about massy entertainment sans any logic or substance. The screenplay in his films have no major role to play. They are only meant to woo the masses and earn huge at the box office. Kick comes under the same genre but with an international style cinematography and picturization. Like Salman's last outing JAI HO, this one is heartwarming at places especially when its climax reveals the noble saga behind Salman's mission of getting kick which is his life's motive but unfortunately the film gets a poor treatment thanks to an uninspiring screenplay coupled with Nadiadwala's amateurish direction.  First half is thoroughly dull till pre interval point where the movie rises up to an interesting mode. In 2nd half the film improves after the entry of Nawazuddin Siddiqui but doesn't quite have an edge of the seat moment or thrill that will leave the audience spellbound. Rather it drags, puzzles here & there and makes u feel bored(if you are a non Salman fan). Climax is good though as it sets the heart at right place yet on a total, its nothing more than a so-so venture. Performance wise, Salman Khan has an indescribable style & magnificent screen presence. He is in form and delivers a quite to charm his fans. Jacqueline meanwhile looks stunningly hot but falls flat in acting. Randeep Hooda plays his part with utter sincerity. Saurabh Shukla does well in providing comedy. And Nawazuddin Siddiqui once again like in every film, shines as expected. I loved his performance the most. He shows cunningness with marvelous humor. Music is just about average with only Jumme Ki Raat & Hangover come out as hummable. Action scenes are well shot. Some stunts impress. Cinematography is top notch but  Nadiadwala's direction lacks command.

Thus overall, Kick is a moderate entertainer. It has some typical Salman elements, flashes of Dhoom series, stylish locales but not proper elegance.

I rate it a generous 3 out of 5.

For all Salman & South Films followers, it will be a treat. But for others like me, its an one time watch experience.