Pippa, the highly anticipated biographical war drama depicting the life of Captain Balram Singh Mehta and featuring Ishaan Khatter, has made its OTT debut. Set against the 1971 Indo-Pakistan war, the film includes stellar performances by Mrunal Thakur, Priyanshu Painyuli, and Soni Razdan. As the movie hit the screens, netizens eagerly shared their thoughts on social media, applauding the compelling storyline, Raja Krishna Menon’s adept direction, and outstanding performances by Ishaan Khatter and Mrunal Thakur.
On X (formerly Twitter), users flooded the platform with their reviews, praising Pippa for its emotional depth, strong script, well-executed period setting, and stellar performances. One enthusiast urged others to watch, emphasizing the lasting impact of the film, while another gave it an 8/10 rating, commending the performances, cinematography, and poignant score by AR Rahman. Viewers expressed appreciation for the brilliant acting, emotional engagement, and superb technical aspects, with one user particularly highlighting Ishaan Khatter’s energetic performance.
Many lauded the film for its fantastic portrayal of war, perfect casting, and avoidance of unnecessary exaggerations and unrealistic nationalism. Fans commended director Raja Menon for creating a fantastic movie, with perfect casting and a realistic portrayal of war. Overall, Pippa received acclaim for being a great entertainer, despite some inaccuracies typical of military-based Indian films, and Ishaan Khatter was celebrated for solidifying his status as a brilliant actor.
