Baaghi 4 Movie Review: Tiger Shroff’s Action-Packed Nightmare That Fails to Deliver
Tiger Shroff returns as Ronnie in Baaghi 4, but instead of roaring louder, this fourth instalment feels like a tired echo of its predecessors. Directed by A Harsha, the film is drenched in ultra-violence, recycled tropes, and confusing storytelling that make it the weakest chapter of the franchise so far.
The Story – A Hallucination Within Chaos
Set in the fictional land of Chandara, Ronnie once again finds himself battling impossible odds. After a car accident leaves him in a coma, he becomes convinced that his girlfriend Alisha (Harnaaz Sandhu) has died. But soon, her very existence is questioned—photos vanish, homes disappear, and even family members deny knowing her. Is Alisha real, or just a figment of Ronnie’s imagination?
The plot attempts to balance a psychological-thriller angle with high-octane action, but collapses under its own weight. What starts as a mystery quickly turns into a chaotic mess of hallucinations, dream sequences, and repetitive fight scenes. By the second half, logic is long gone, and viewers are left wondering whether the story itself exists only in Ronnie’s head.
Performances – Muscles Over Meaning
Tiger Shroff’s dedication to action is undeniable, but his acting remains flat. His flips, punches, and slow-motion kicks feel choreographed only for length and loudness, not impact. Sadly, after 14 films, Shroff still hasn’t grown beyond his image as a one-dimensional action hero.
Harnaaz Sandhu, in her debut role, looks stunning but struggles with dialogue delivery. Her character feels ornamental, existing mostly in soft-focus flashbacks. Sonam Bajwa, wasted in a thankless role, is reduced to a clichéd “prostitute with a heart of gold.” Shreyas Talpade, once celebrated for Iqbal, is once again trapped in an underwritten sidekick role.
Sanjay Dutt’s villain Chacko promises menace but delivers little. His presence is strong, but sluggish action movements and over-the-top theatrics make him more caricature than threat.
The Action & Technicals – Blood Without Bite
Advertised as the bloodiest film in the franchise, Baaghi 4 does deliver gore—digitally severed limbs, buckets of blood, and endless fight sequences. Unfortunately, the violence feels excessive and empty. Unlike the stylish action choreography seen in recent South Indian blockbusters (Jawan, Animal, Marco), the fights here lack finesse and purpose.
The editing is choppy, with abrupt cuts that ruin emotional beats and action rhythm. Scenes often shift mid-motion, leaving viewers disoriented. The background score is equally mismatched, with mournful ballads underscoring brawls in kitchens and carnivals.
Direction & Screenplay – A Wasted Opportunity
Director A Harsha, known for his Kannada films, fails to bring freshness to the franchise. Borrowing heavily from the Tamil film Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu, the screenplay is a patchwork of tired tropes: kidnapped lovers, hallucinations, brotherly sacrifices, and villains with pet tigers. Instead of reinventing Tiger Shroff’s action image, Baaghi 4 feels like a parody of itself.
Final Verdict – A Franchise on Life Support
At nearly three hours, Baaghi 4 tests your patience more than it entertains. It’s loud, long, and painfully illogical. Fans hoping for adrenaline-pumping action will find recycled stunts and sloppy execution. For casual viewers, the film is an exhausting mix of hallucinations, meaningless fights, and wasted talent.
A bloody disappointment that proves even Tiger Shroff’s abs can’t save a franchise gasping for relevance.
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