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Prithviraj's 'Khalifa X' slammed as predictable and flat in India Today review
✍️ India Today
🗓 21 Aug 2026, 04:47 AM
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India Today’s review of the Malayalam film 'Khalifa X' says the movie is predictable and flat, and that Prithviraj’s signature style could not lift it.
India Today’s film critic described the latest Malayalam release "Khalifa X" as a predictable and flat narrative that fails to engage the audience. While the reviewer acknowledged Prithviraj’s charismatic screen presence, the assessment concluded that his trademark style was insufficient to compensate for the movie’s lackluster storytelling.
The critique highlighted a formulaic plot structure and underdeveloped characters, noting that the film offers little novelty beyond the lead actor’s performance. The reviewer also pointed out that the pacing drags in several sections, contributing to an overall sense of monotony.
Despite the negative appraisal, the review did note that Prithviraj delivers his role with confidence, maintaining his reputation for strong screen charisma. However, the consensus remains that "Khalifa X" does not meet the expectations set by his previous works.
The film’s producers have not yet responded to the review, and its box‑office performance will indicate whether audience reception aligns with the critic’s verdict.
The critique highlighted a formulaic plot structure and underdeveloped characters, noting that the film offers little novelty beyond the lead actor’s performance. The reviewer also pointed out that the pacing drags in several sections, contributing to an overall sense of monotony.
Despite the negative appraisal, the review did note that Prithviraj delivers his role with confidence, maintaining his reputation for strong screen charisma. However, the consensus remains that "Khalifa X" does not meet the expectations set by his previous works.
The film’s producers have not yet responded to the review, and its box‑office performance will indicate whether audience reception aligns with the critic’s verdict.