Anupama Chopra reviews "Baby John," the action-packed remake of the 2016 Tamil blockbuster "Theri," directed by Kalees and starring Varun Dhawan in his first full-fledged mass hero role. The film, presented by Atlee, attempts to deliver a high-octane commercial entertainer but falls short of its source material's impact.

Anupama highlights how the film struggles to create the "stadium moments" that Atlee is known for, despite its extravagant visuals and ear-splitting sound. The 161-minute runtime allows for audience distraction, unlike the engaging original. She notes that while Varun Dhawan gives a sincere performance, the film's abrupt shifts between romance, action, and social commentary result in a disjointed narrative.

The review points out the film's problematic glorification of police brutality and its treatment of women characters as disposable plot devices. Anupama criticizes the lack of distinction between Dhawan's dual roles and the over-the-top portrayal of the villain by Jackie Shroff.

Despite showcasing Varun Dhawan's versatility as a mass hero, Anupama finds "Baby John" to be a relentless and joyless experience that fails to fully utilize the talents of its leading ladies, Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi. She concludes that the Christmas release needed better offerings, encouraging viewers to look elsewhere for the actresses' true potential.

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