Last updated: 8 May 2026


Myth or Reality?
Hindi · Action, Adventure
2h 29m · 25 Oct 2022
Music: Daniel B George | DOP: Aseem Mishra | Writer: Chandra Prakash Dwivedi, Satyum Gupta, Abhishek Sharma
Ratings
Our Rating
2.25
Ram Setu follows the journey of an archaeologist who embarks on a mission to prove the existence of the mythical Ram Setu bridge, blending elements of mythology, science, and adventure. The story weaves together historical references with contemporary issues, creating a narrative that explores faith, heritage, and national pride.
Ram Setu attempts to blend mythology with a modern-day adventure thriller, presenting a story that is ambitious in scope but uneven in execution. The screenplay struggles to maintain a consistent tone, oscillating between scientific inquiry and mythological reverence, which affects the overall pacing. The first half sets up the premise with a mix of exposition and action sequences, but it tends to lag with heavy dialogues and slow narrative progression.
The second half picks up momentum with more engaging sequences and a clearer focus on the protagonist's quest, although some plot points feel predictable and forced. The songs are situational and do not significantly enhance the narrative, while the music and background score by Daniel B George effectively underscore the film's adventurous and emotional moments, adding to the cinematic experience.
Cinematography by Aseem Mishra captures the grandeur of the locations and the scale of the expedition well, contributing positively to the visual storytelling. However, the film's attempt to balance entertainment with a message sometimes results in a didactic tone, which may not appeal to all viewers.
Akshay Kumar: Delivers a committed performance as the lead archaeologist, bringing gravitas and earnestness to the role.
Jacqueline Fernandez: Provides a supportive presence with limited scope, adding charm but lacking depth.
Satyadev Kancharana: Offers a solid performance with a natural screen presence, complementing the lead effectively.
Nushrratt Bharuccha: Plays a pivotal role with sincerity, though the character development is minimal.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Abhishek Sharma directs with a clear vision to merge mythological themes with a contemporary adventure, but the execution lacks subtlety and balance. The writing attempts to cater to both entertainment and message-driven cinema, which sometimes dilutes the impact of both.
| Source | Rating |
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| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 3.25 / 5 | |
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| 2.50 / 5 |
Our Rating
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics generally appreciated the film's ambition and Akshay Kumar's performance but criticized its inconsistent screenplay and pacing. The blend of mythology and science was seen as a fresh attempt but was marred by predictable plot points and a preachy tone. Technical aspects like cinematography and music received positive mentions, while the narrative structure was seen as the film's weak link.
Final Box-Office Result
Ram Setu released on 25 October 2022 (2022).
Ram Setu is declared a FLOP at the box office.
Ram Setu is available on Prime Video from 22 December 2022.
Ram Setu directed by Abhishek Sharma. Produced by Allirajah Subaskaran, Mahaveer Jain, Aashish Singh, Aruna Bhatia, Vikram Malhotra.
Ram Setu stars Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Satyadev Kancharana, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Nassar.
Tollybo rates Ram Setu 2.25/5. Verdict: FLOP.
Music for Ram Setu composed by Daniel B George.
Ram Setu — Genre: Action, Adventure, Runtime: 149 minutes, Language: Hindi.