Chaar Sahibzaade: Rise of Banda Singh Bahadur review round-up; what critics say about the animated Punjabi film

The sequel to the hit Punjabi 3D animated movie Chaar Sahibzaade has hit the screen with positive reviews. According to critics, the animated film Chaar Sahibzaade: Rise of Banda Singh Bahadur is worth a watch if stories of brave soldiers excite and wars excite you.

The sequel, directed and produced by Harry Baweja, takes the story forward and focuses on the life of Guru Gobind Singh's disciple Banda Singh Bahadur, also called as Madho Das. The film is about the extraordinary tale of heroism of one of history's greatest unsung heroes.

Chaar Sahibzaade 2 picks up from where the first instalment left. Harman Baweja, son of Harry, said that the sequel will also click with masses like the first instalment. However, the first-day box office collection will show whether audiences have appreciated the movie or rejected it. As for now, critics have praised the animated film and said that Chaar Sahibzaade: Rise of Banda Singh Bahadur is worth a watch, especially for those who love watching war films.

Read below what critics have said about Chaar Sahibzaade: Rise of Banda Singh Bahadur:

Rohit Vats of the Hindustan Times said: "Voiceover artists have done their job but the same can't be said about the animators. Lack of funds can be blamed for the film's TV-like feel. The 134-minute runtime does seem like a stretch, but if you sit through the initial scenes, you're in for a thrilling ride."

Nihit Bhave of the Times of India said: "Put simply, if you were the kid who secretly played book-cricket in history class, you may find the movie tedious, but if stories of brave soldiers and great wars excite you, march on into that theatre."

IANS reviewer Troy Ribeiro said: "The film is inspiring. The design and creation of the animation along with its 3D effects are first rate for a Hindi film and worth a mention. Each frame is attractive and impressive. Overall, this epic story will appeal only to Sikhs and those who have a keen interest in history."