Alia Bhatt’s Heart Of Stone: Mixed Netizen Reviews

Alia Bhatt's Heart Of Stone Review
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The much-anticipated film “Heart Of Stone” has premiered on Netflix, sparking a range of opinions from netizens. As Alia Bhatt makes her Hollywood debut in this American spy thriller, reactions have been diverse. Known for her versatility, Bhatt portrays a grey character for the first time and engages in a tense showdown with Gal Gadot’s role. Twitter users have shared their thoughts on this thriller.

In the movie, a secretive intelligence agency loses its prized weapon, The Heart, to a 22-year-old hacker Keya Dhawan (Alia Bhatt) with motives beyond money or power. Rachel Stone (Gal Gadot), an exceptional spy, partners with Parker (Jamie Dornan) to stop her. The film offers action, suspense, and emotional depth. Yet, comparisons arise with Priyanka Chopra’s “Citadel” and Mission Impossible, questioning its uniqueness. Some find it superior to Gadot’s “Red Notice” from 2021.

Early reviews are generally positive, praising the lead cast’s performances. However, some viewers find the plot repetitive or lacking depth. Others notice plot holes and poor writing, while Alia Bhatt’s confident acting is a highlight. Despite being likened to Mission Impossible, some claim it lacks the fun factor. Mixed Twitter reactions range from labeling it a “typical Hollywood Masala” to “fun action thriller.”

A section of users defends the film against harsh critics, describing it as better than anticipated. The film’s slick action has managed to win over fans of the genre. Directed by Tom Harper, “Heart Of Stone” was released on Netflix on August 11th.
Re-reported from the article originally published in SheThePeople