Azaad (2025) Movie Review
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) Introduction “Azaad,” an historical drama by Abhishek Kapoor that stars Ajay Devgn, Aaman Devgan and Rasha Thadani, is set in 1920s India. The film weaves together storylines of freedom, loyalty and self-discovery within the context of India’s struggle for independence.
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“Azaad,” an historical drama by Abhishek Kapoor that stars Ajay Devgn, Aaman Devgan and Rasha Thadani, is set in 1920s India. The film weaves together storylines of freedom, loyalty and self-discovery within the context of India’s struggle for independence.
Plot Summary
The story follows Govind (Aaman Devgan), a young attendant in a racing stable who bonds with a mischievous horse named Azaad. As political turmoil builds, Govind’s push to ride Azaad becomes symbolic of his personal epiphany and the country’s struggle for independence. Ajay Devgn plays a veteran freedom fighter who mentors Govind; Rasha Thadani appears as Leela, Govind’s confidante and romantic interest.
Performances
Ajay Devgn: When it comes to the role of a freedom fighter, he does complete justice to the role and delivers it to perfection.
Aaman Devgan: In his debut, Aaman brings sincerity to Govind’s character, capturing his transformation from an innocent boy to a determined young man.
Rasha Thadani: Also making her debut, Rasha portrays Leela with grace and confidence, adding depth to the emotional arc of the story.
Direction and Screenplay
Abhishek Kapoor’s direction is effective in these moments that show the connections between man and animal and the socio-political climate of the period. But the screenplay here has problem with pace, with a meandering first half that could have used some tighter editing. The climax, while powerful, feels a bit abrupt.
Music
Amit Trivedi composes a soundtrack in tune with the film’s tone. Uyi Amma the song is peculiar because it embodies this cultural aspect of the time. But other tracks are simply not catchy, while the background score drowns out the scenes sporadically.
Conclusion
“Azaad” boasts of appealing visuals and introduces us to two promising faces Aaman Devgan and Rasha Thadani. Despite its pacing and musical shortcomings, the film itself is a tender homage to both personal and national liberation. It’s a worthy attempt that expands the genre of historical dramas in Indian cinema.
