Mumbai: ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ brings back the franchise’s trademark comedy with Akshay Kumar leading a huge ensemble cast.
Packed with slapstick humour, funny references and nonstop chaos, the film aims to entertain from start to finish.
While Akshay holds the story together with his comic timing, Farida Jalal stands out with a memorable performance that adds heart to the laughter.
Comparing ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ with ‘Welcome Back’, a viewer wrote on X, “Welcome to the jungle is far better than Welcome back. Welcome franchise is nothing without Akki.”
According to trade reports, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ earned an estimated Rs 3.75 crore net from its paid previews on Thursday, setting the stage for a strong opening at the box office.
Praising the film’s trailer for not giving out spoilers, one user posted, “Hats off to whoever cut the trailer Welcome to the Jungle. Comedy trailers should stay this random and unpredictable so the audience can enjoy the jokes while watching movie. Spoiling gags in the trailer is plain stupidity.”
An online review of the film read: “The audience is thoroughly enjoying it. #AkshayKumar and Farida Jalal are at their absolute best. Packed with hilarious meta references, especially the #Dhurandhar spoof including FA9LA song, which are absolute screamers. 😂”
A review of the film on X read: “Welcome to the Jungle is an ENTERTAINER. Delivers exactly what it promises, and while the comedy here is at its best, the film has more to offer. #AkshayKumar is the back-bone & his timing elevates every scene, proving that this genre belongs to him!”
A review by Hindustan Times read: “Not every film needs to be profound. Some just need to entertain. Welcome To The Jungle understands that assignment from the outset and, despite an average finale, delivers enough laughs to make the ride worthwhile.”
‘Welcome to the Jungle’ hit theatres on Friday, with paid previews in select theatres starting from Thursday evening.
