A timely reminder of human tenacity & spirit

1. Title: Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata
2. Director: Manoj Tapadia
3. Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Girija Oak, Smita Tambe
4. Where: In theatres near you 
5. Rating: HHH

Murtuza Iqbal

After Emergency, which was released in January 2025, Kangana Ranaut is back on the big screen after a gap of one and a half years with her new film, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata. The trailer of the film had grabbed everyone’s attention. So, is the film worth your time and money? Read on to find out...

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata is written and directed by Manoj Tapadia, and it is set against the backdrop of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The film starts on a sweet note by showcasing the lives of the nurses, and some light-hearted moments will surely bring a smile to your face. The movie shows how even nurses sacrifice their personal lives for their duty.

After around 30-40 minutes, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata takes a dramatic turn, as the attack part appears on screen. Things get intense, and some scenes will give you an adrenaline rush. One particularly powerful scene features all the nurses repeating their oath together, and it will surely give you goosebumps. The interval point is amazing, and you will eagerly wait for the second half of the film.

But, in the second half, Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata becomes a bumpy ride. While there are a few thrilling scenes that will keep you on the edge of your seat, some scenes fall flat. Also, the climax twist just happens too quickly and easily; the build-up for it is missing.

Actors’ performances

We all know that Kangana Ranaut is a fantastic actor, but with every film, she surprises us and raises the bar. In Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata, Kangana has nailed it as the simple Mumbai girl who works as a nurse. While her Marathi accent does go off a bit, she is excellent in the film. Also, even in such a simple avatar, Kangana is looking gorgeous. While Kangana takes the lead, Girija Oak, Smita Tambe, Suhita Thatte, Rasika Agashe, and Esha Dey support her very well, and all the actresses leave a strong mark with their performances.

Music

The music of Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata is average. There are no songs that will stay with you once you leave the theatre. But, Aman Pant’s background music does wonders in the intense scenes.

Final verdict

Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata surely deserves a watch for all those nurses who were there in the hospital at that time and who chose duty over their safety during that difficult phase.