'Baaghi 4' First Reactions: Tiger Shroff's Performance Lauded, But Critics Divided on Storyline

Tiger Shroff returns to the big screen with 'Baaghi 4' which is the latest instalment in the high-octane action franchise. Released on September 5, the film pits the action star against a worthy antagonist in Sanjay Dutt as they go head-to-head in a brutal and bloody face-off. Harnaaz Sandhu and Sonam Bajwa add glamour and emotional weight to the narrative.While Tiger and Sanjay pack on the adrenaline, Harnaaz Sandhu and Sonam Bajwa bring glamour and emotion to this gritty narrative. As the film hit screens on Friday, fans flocked to cinemas to catch the early shows and left with a mixed bag of emotions. After the early screenings, several fans took to Twitter to share their reviews which prove that the film has left the audience divided.Early reactions on Twitter suggest that Tiger’s performance has struck a chord with fans. Many praised the actor for bringing intensity and emotional depth to his role. One user wrote, “#TigerShroff the Actor is Born. Look at the intensity on his face — not many times you empathise with a movie character. #Marjaana from #Baaghi4 is out and every frame will bring tears.”Another user highlighted the emotional quotient of the film, writing, “#Baaghi4 isn’t just an action film, it’s also a beautiful love story with emotions. And #Marjaana is the song that proves it.”Strong action, but mixed reactions on storyFor many, the adrenaline-filled stunts delivered the entertainment they were hoping for. One fan tweeted, “Watching #Baaghi4 right now! The energy, the madness, the swag, it’s pure fire on screen. Review coming soon… stay tuned!”Others, however, were not as convinced, leaving a critical review that read, “Why is #Baaghi4 even being made? Bro is putting his efforts in the wrong kind of movies. He might be an average actor but gives his 100% for every movie.”While the action sequences were widely appreciated, several viewers were divided over the storyline. A Twitter user criticised the film’s narrative and remarked,“Baap level cinema! Tiger in beast mode. Must Watch. Rating: 4/5.”Meanwhile, another described it as, “Average mass masala. Story weak, only action stunts. Rating: 2/5.”Another harsh review read, “Strictly average flick for single screen audiences. Non stop violent action stunts. Story and screenplay below average. Overall, a B grade mass masala movie. #TigerShroff and #SanjayDutt acted poor.”From early reactions, 'Baaghi 4' seems to deliver exactly what the trailer promised - a high-octane, action-heavy spectacle.