‘Raazi’ Receives Unprecedented Appreciation From Pakistanis

Meghan Gulzar’s latest directorial venture was well appreciated in Pakistan, contrary to popular perception.

Like other Bollywood movies that deal with India-Pakistan relations, director Meghna Gulzar’s ‘Raazi’ was banned in Pakistan. But unlike other such films, ‘Raazi’ has so far received a positive response from Pakistanis who have had a chance to watch it.

After watching the film, several Twitter users from Pakistan appreciated the movie, praising its director and lead actor.

The second half of the film makes a far better argument about war and peace than the first. But it fixes in more jingoism for good measure at the end.

Just makes you wonder how many years it will be when India and Pakistan can coexist peacefully alongside each other. #Raazi

— Mahwash Ajaz (@mahwashajaz_) May 10, 2018

#raazi is a brilliant thriller with master stroke. Loved it . @aliaa08 in her career best act and @vickykaushal09 at his natural best.
Four stars from my side, enjoy ur weekend.

— Ejaz Waris (@drejazwaris) May 11, 2018

Watched #Raazi, excellent movie . Very well-paced and kept my interest throughout . It was a splendid movie and as usual breathtaking acting an inspiring movie .. Hats off to Alia Bhatt wonderful performance by her ! — watching Raazi

— Arsalan Khan (@The_ArsalanKhan) May 14, 2018

A refreshing take on nationalism, the film doesn’t demonise India’s adversaries by paying heed to their patriotism towards their own country.

@aliaa08 amazing awesome fantastic job by everyone in team Raazi. From director to everyone. Specifically Soni Razdan for a great role. Total full enchanting and paisa wasool.Great production value
Aliaa has shaken bollywood with such a great performance. Thanks again for work

— SantoshsSharma (@SantoshsSharma5) May 11, 2018

it is your USP @aliaa08 that accepts challenging roles in your just start of your career like highway and #Raazi .hats off!! and double thumbs up.

— mubashir nadeem khan (@mubashir3102016) May 11, 2018

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