Sunny Deol Shines in Action-Packed Film ‘Jaat’
Review of the Movie ‘Jaat’
Cast: Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Viineet Kumar Singh, Saiyami Kher
Director: Gopichand Malineni
In 2025, it’s surprising that there are still very few Hindi film stars who can pull off strong action roles. But 67-year-old Sunny Deol continues to do it with style. He proves once again why audiences loved him in hits like Gadar and Ghayal. His new film Jaat is a solid action entertainer that works better than Salman Khan’s Sikandar, which struggled to impress.
What is the story of Jaat?
Jaat follows a familiar storyline. A villain named Tunga Rana (played by Randeep Hooda) spreads fear across several villages. He’s helped by his cruel brother Somulu (Viineet Kumar Singh), his wife Bharathi (Regina Cassandra), and even his own mother. They all play a part in his violent rule.
Then comes Sunny Deol’s character, a strong silent man who doesn’t even reveal his name until halfway through the movie. He eventually stands up to the bad guys, and the story builds up to their big clash. The journey to this fight is mostly entertaining and filled with action.
A director’s Bollywood debut with a South Indian touch
Director Gopichand Malineni, who has made several successful Telugu films, makes his first Hindi movie with Jaat. His South Indian style of filmmaking is clearly visible in the film. In one scene, Sunny’s character even jokes, “North India has heard the sound of this two-and-a-half kilo hand, now it’s South India’s turn.”
The first half of the film is exciting and fun. The story moves quickly and keeps the audience curious about what will happen next. It’s been a while since a masala (spicy and dramatic) action film was this well made. The writing feels purposeful, and the film looks polished.
Where the movie loses its grip
Unfortunately, the second half of Jaat is not as strong. The story becomes confusing as it tries to cover too many topics—like real-life social issues and messages about women empowerment. These messages are important, but the film struggles to fit them in smoothly. Also, there are too many violent scenes, including several beheadings, which start to feel unnecessary after a while.
Sunny Deol steals the show
Despite the problems, Sunny Deol’s fans will love this movie. His role is written perfectly for him, and his action scenes look so believable that even when he punches ten men at once, it feels almost real. He brings power and charm to the screen.
Strong supporting cast
Randeep Hooda is excellent as the main villain. He is both scary and calm, making his role more interesting. It’s a bit disappointing that the idea of him being a “real-life Jaat” wasn’t explored more, but he does a great job with what he’s given.
Viineet Kumar Singh plays a crazy and fun sidekick. He has had a great year with roles in Chhaava, Superboys of Malegaon, and now Jaat. He easily fits into each role he plays.
Regina Cassandra gets a strong role as Bharathi, and she performs well. Saiyami Kher, who plays a police officer, doesn’t get much to do and feels underused. Jagapathi Babu also appears in the film but doesn’t make much of an impact.
Music and final thoughts
The background music by Thaman S is one of the best parts of Jaat. It adds energy to every big moment, especially when Sunny makes his slow-motion entries or during intense scenes.
Overall, Jaat is a movie made for the big screen. Watching it in a theatre with loud sound and a crowd makes it more enjoyable. Even though the story has some weak points, the film is full of entertainment. If you enjoy action movies and are a Sunny Deol fan, this one is worth watching.