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Jodhaa Akbar
  • Release Date: Feb 15, 2008
Metascore
69 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Marjorie Baumgarten
    78
    Though the history and the palace intrigue are not at all difficult for Westerners to grasp, a tighter running time would probably help this epic reach more eyes in America, where it has received the biggest release ever for a Bollywood
  2. L.A. Weekly
    Reviewed by: David Chute
    70
    Jodhaa Akbar is clear and solid and absorbing, but not quite exhilarating.
  3. Variety
    Reviewed by: Derek Elley
    70
    A long-limbed story that is utterly simple in structure, but decorated with enough character interplay and side plots to keep the movie ticking over to a powerful finale.
  4. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Sandip Roy
    50
    Indian director Ashutosh Gowariker, who won an Oscar nomination for "Lagaan," usually knows how to tell a good story. Here, however, he seems overwhelmed by the sheer weight of history.
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User Score
8.4 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. AshaG.
    10
    Would get this over a 10 if I could. By far, one of the best movies I have ever seen. Beautiful story, exquisite staging, wonderful acting and very watchable even though it is long. Could see it over and over again and never tire of seeing it!… Full Review »
  2. DeepaC.
    10
    Loved it...thought Hrithik did an amazing job, he fits the role of an emperor perfectly. Aishwarya looked a little old in some scenes but nevertheless beautiful.… Full Review »
  3. BabyDollSingh
    10
    Great movie loved hrithik rohan in th role and ash was looking great.
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