Tiger 3: A Savage Roar That Fails to Echo its Predecessors

As a fan of both action-packed Bollywood movies and the previous films in the Tiger franchise, I was eagerly awaiting the release of “Tiger 3.” However, I regret to say that this installment failed to meet the high expectations set by its predecessors. Despite having an impressive cast and a promising plot, the film ultimately leaves the audience underwhelmed.

Firstly, the storyline of “Tiger 3” falls into a predictable pattern, lacking the innovation that made the previous films so engaging. The plot centers around RAW agent Tiger (played by Salman Khan) and his spunky partner Zoya (played by Katrina Kaif), who embark on a mission to unravel an international conspiracy. While the film tries to build intrigue and suspense, it resorts to clichéd twists and turns, making it difficult to stay invested in the narrative.

Additionally, the action sequences, which were once a highlight of this franchise, fail to impress. While there are some visually stunning stunts and hand-to-hand combat scenes, they lack the finesse and intensity that made the previous films memorable. The choreography feels monotonous, with the punches and kicks lacking the impact that leave you in awe.

The style, the sass, and the swag of Tiger still remain, but he gets restricted opportunities to recite the heroic dialogues, thanks to the substandard dialogue writing. He tries his best to balance the damage with his superlative screen presence, but things go beyond repair too soon.

Katrina Kaif owned the iconic hospital action sequence in Tiger Zinda Hai, but here, things get narrowed down to shooting her steamy hamam sequence for no reason at all. There’s no real explanation as to why the Hamam has been chosen to be set up for that scene, and that’s a common problem for many other sequences as well. Her Hindi accent is good until she cracks a strange out-of-syllabus dialogue like “Yeh kanya mardo ko ladna sikhati hai!” When has Zoya ever talked like that?

The worst possible scenario for Emraan Hashmi came true because the ‘dimaag ka khel’ is nothing but a watered-down, shabbily written espionage drama. The hopes of Emraan’s Aatish playing ‘Joker’ to Salman Khan’s ‘Batman’ were too optimistic to be true. Though Emraan performs well, the script really does him wrong. In fact, if you notice, his character traits are similar to John Abraham’s Jim from Pathaan. Agent stripped from his duties, gone rogue, loss of family, revenge from the leading star— this is what Jim was.

The film’s cinematography and production design are commendable, capturing exotic locations and showcasing high-tech spy gadgets. However, these elements alone cannot rescue an otherwise average movie.

Lastly, the soundtrack, a crucial aspect of Bollywood films, unfortunately fails to create an impact. The songs lack the catchy tunes and energetic beats that we associate with the Tiger franchise, adding to the overall disappointment.

“Tiger 3” fails to live up to the standards set by its predecessors, lacking the innovation, thrills, and engaging storyline that made the franchise successful. Despite some commendable performances and visually appealing moments, the film falls short in delivering a satisfying cinematic experience. Unless you are a die-hard fan of Salman Khan or desperate for an action fix, I recommend waiting for this one to release on streaming platforms rather than heading to theaters.