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Bhuj: The Pride of India (2021): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Bhuj: The Pride of India is a 2021 historical drama directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya, starring Ajay Devgn as Vijay Karnik, Zahid Ali and Nora Fatehi. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes. Its Echo Score is 24/100.

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Bhuj: The Pride of India (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 53m (113 min)
Genres
History , Action , War , Drama
Original language
Hindi
Studio
T-Series
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Bhuj: The Pride of India About?

The premise of Bhuj: The Pride of India without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Set against the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, this film portrays the courage and resolve of Squadron Leader Vijay Karnik. It recounts his pivotal role in a crucial battle, highlighting his patriotism and leadership as he faced extraordinary circumstances. The story emphasizes the significance of his actions during this intense conflict.

Bhuj: The Pride of India Themes & Keywords

· 6 tags
  • indo pakistani war of 1971
  • indo pak
  • airbase attack
  • gujarat
  • 1970s
  • year 1971
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Cast & crew

Bhuj: The Pride of India Cast & Characters

Ajay Devgn leads the cast as Vijay Karnik, with Zahid Ali as Pakistan Brigadier and Nora Fatehi as Heena Rehman. Directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Bhuj: The Pride of India

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Ratings

Bhuj: The Pride of India Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 24/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in sensory experience (20).

24 /100

Bhuj: The Pride of India Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, the film receives predominantly negative feedback, with critics and users highlighting shortcomings across visual, narrative, and performance dimensions. The consensus points to poorly executed VFX, disjointed storytelling, and weak character work that diminish its intended patriotic impact. While a minority acknowledges the tribute to armed forces, the prevailing view is that the movie fails to engage or satisfy typical audience expectations, resulting in limited lasting appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    In terms of art and craft, reviewers uniformly criticize the cinematography and visual effects as substandard, noting cheap CGI and inconsistent editing. Direction is described as poorly executed, with no praise for production design. The visual shortcomings dominate the assessment, leading to an overall view that the film’s technical presentation falls far below industry expectations.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When evaluating character and emotion, feedback points to weak performances and inadequate character development. Overacting, miscasting, and absent emotional resonance are repeatedly mentioned. Critics find the portrayals lacking depth, and users report an inability to connect with any protagonist. The collective sentiment indicates that the film does not succeed in delivering compelling or believable characters.

  • Story & Flow 35

    Regarding story and flow, the narrative is described as fragmented, with numerous plot holes and inconsistent pacing. Reviewers note a lack of coherent chronology and limited engagement, despite acknowledging the historical war backdrop. Although the premise holds potential, execution issues result in a disjointed experience that fails to sustain viewer interest throughout the film.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    The sensory experience receives largely negative remarks, focusing on juvenile CGI and an absence of noteworthy sound design or soundtrack. Visual style is deemed inconsistent, and no auditory elements are highlighted positively. The consensus is that the film’s sensory components do not enhance immersion and instead detract from the overall viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    In assessing rewatch factor, audiences express low replay value, citing disappointment and a lack of lasting appeal. While a small segment suggests the film may serve as a patriotic tribute, the predominant opinion is that it fails to merit multiple viewings. Consequently, the film is regarded as offering minimal incentive for repeat engagement.

Plot

Bhuj: The Pride of India Plot Summary

What happens in Bhuj: The Pride of India from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The air in Kutch, Gujarat, carried a heavy mix of smoke, heat, and impending danger. It was December 1971, and the air was thick with the drums of war between India and Pakistan. At the heart of this crisis stood the Bhuj Airbase, a crucial lifeline for Indian operations. On the tarmac, a keen-eyed commander surveyed the wreckage: the runway lay cratered and scarred after a devastating wave of napalm bombs, a scene that turned the base into a sitting target. Without a usable runway, transport planes could not deliver life-saving reinforcements, and the enemy’s armored divisions were pressing closer across the desert.

Full summary

The whole story of Bhuj: The Pride of India, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Bhuj: The Pride of India?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Bhuj: The Pride of India Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “بوژ غرور هند” and “Bhuj: Hindistan'ın Gururu ve Onuru ./ Bhuj: The Pride of India”.

Also known as
  • بوژ غرور هند
  • Bhuj: Hindistan'ın Gururu ve Onuru ./ Bhuj: The Pride of India
  • 普杰:印度的骄傲

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FAQ

Bhuj: The Pride of India FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Bhuj: The Pride of India, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Bhuj: The Pride of India?

Bhuj: The Pride of India runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

When was Bhuj: The Pride of India released?

Bhuj: The Pride of India was released on August 13, 2021.

Who directed Bhuj: The Pride of India?

Bhuj: The Pride of India was directed by Abhishek Dudhaiya.

Who is in the cast of Bhuj: The Pride of India?

Bhuj: The Pride of India stars Ajay Devgn as Vijay Karnik, Zahid Ali as Pakistan Brigadier and Nora Fatehi as Heena Rehman, among 10 credited actors.

Does Bhuj: The Pride of India have a post-credit scene?

No. Bhuj: The Pride of India has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Bhuj: The Pride of India in?

The original language of Bhuj: The Pride of India is Hindi.

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