Kashisha Goel

When my brother and I saw the teaser for Jigra, we were hooked—obsessed. We knew we’d be there from that first trailer on opening day. Exams or not, the moment it was released, we were in the theatre. (It helped that it was a long weekend!) Even though I'm pretty emotional, I’m not usually one to cry in movies. But this one hit hard. I teared up in the first half, which is rare. Though I can’t relate to the exact situation, as a sister to two brothers, I understand that deep, protective bond. Jigra centres on a sister willing to do anything to save her brother, who’s been wrongfully convicted in a foreign prison and faces a death sentence. In most stories, it’s the brother as the hero, but here, it’s the sister who takes charge—and that change is refreshing. Vasan Bala’s direction nails the balance of drama, suspense, and emotion. The pacing lets you connect with the characters, and the jail scenes are gripping. And then there’s Alia Bhatt. This film is hers from start to finish. She’s all-in as the fierce, protective sister—the intensity, her commitment, and even the action scenes, all feel real. Vedang Raina is a fresh face who does a solid job, and their sibling bond is authentic. Manoj Pahwa adds a bit of humour, balancing out the tension. Jigra shines technically, too. The background score and songs are perfect mood-setters, and the editing keeps you on edge. A few dialogues really stick, like, “Maine kab kaha mein sahi hoon, mein bas Ankur ki behen hoon,” and “Meri rakhi pehenta hai na tu, tu meri protection mein hai.” What stayed with me was how Alia’s character doesn’t waste time blaming others; she just takes action, showing grit and resilience. It’s a reminder that, in tough times, you can choose to be the fighter, not the victim. Oh, and the soundtrack? Incredible. Vedang’s voice is a total highlight—I couldn’t stop listening. I even went back to watch it again with a friend after my exams, and I have no regrets. People told me, “You’d do the same for your brothers,” and they’re right. Jigra—I loved every bit.

It is legit the best! Better than friends in my opinion. Must watch