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I had the pleasure of seeing Kill at its world premier during the Toronto International Film Festival, as part of a Midnight Madness screening. Kill represents an impressive change of pace for Indian cinema. Yes, action movies continue to be a mainstay of the genre, but rarely do Indian films feel welcome along their East and Southeast Asian compatriots. If I could best describe this film, think the sincerity and raw emotion of Indian cinema with the quality choreography of The Raid, Oldboy, or any Tony Jaa film.

The Good:

1. The simple storyline. I don't think I've seen an action movie with as pure and straightforward a storyline like this in a while. It's to the film's benefit, because it better highlights the action and makes the film essentially understandable to any audience member (As long as they aren't squeamish). There's also something about Indian cinema, where the stories don't need to be complex, but the emotions - as displayed - can be, and that more than picks up the slack.

2. The performances. I'm surprised to highlight the performances for an action film, but yes, even the non-action performances are FANTASTIC in this movie. Laksh is great, but Raghav Juyal stole the show for me. He plays one of the most purely evil and detestable, yet impossibly likable villains I've seen in a long time, with INCREDIBLE comic timing and screen presence. In fact...

3. The villains. You'd imagine that a movie about bandits on a train, seemingly motivated by nothing but money, would be one-dimensional red shirts. Kill does the exact opposite, giving these goons a real sense of humanity. I can't recall the last time I've seen villains GRIEVE their fallen brothers like they do in this movie. It almost makes you feel bad for them. There's also a great array of what I like to call sub-bosses (those villains who aren't quite the main guy, but have enough screen time and cool moments to be considered a step below), like the giant Siddhi and the conniving Uncle.

4. The self-awareness. There are several moments in this film, towards the beginning, where I wasn't sure if it was deliberately lampooning Bollywood and its overuse of sentimentality and music. The audience was howling, so I'm going to assume yes, which is awesome. The idea of this movie starting like a typical "boy-loves-girl-but-she-can't-love-him-back" and transforming into this bloodbath was hilarious.

5. The action. How could I have forgotten the best part? Kill gives us some truly claustrophobic, intense, gory, exhilarating action sequences. Not for the faint of heart.

The Bad:

• The first act. While I didn't dislike it overall, I think the first act suffers from some pacing issues that took me out of the film. It sorta gets started from the get go and I tend to prefer films that slowly lead us into the narrative.

I heard this sentiment amongst the audience too, but we all agreed...there is a certain point when it's clear the first act is over where...let's just say, the movie gets CONSIDERABLY better. (Also, *that moment* was accompanied by an absolute ROAR from the crowd).

• Tiluka. I know, I know. The love interest isn't the main part of this movie, and while I found her and our hero's relationship sweet for what it was trying to be, I couldn't help but feel her and him were a bit underwritten.

So the selling point for the movie was that this was going to be the most bloodiest goriest Indian film ever. As i started watching I did not notice anything out of the ordinary. Then i realized this film is a lot more violent than what I'm used to seeing in Bollywood films. Bollywood action films have plenty of action and fighting and the hero kills in large numbers, but this dude was doing it with his hands and the blood was pouring from everyone.

Nothing that i never seen before just never from an Indian film. The uniqueness comes from the fact that the whole movie takes place on this train. Just a constant flow of battles happening in the tightest area possible Some surprises really made this picture original to the genre and added to it being one of the best action movies done.

Brutal, bloody and very violent but also in a Bollywood style with constant background music and overly dramatic romance scenes in slow-motion - I kept expecting them to break into song and dance up to a certain plot point. After that point however, it shifts up a gear and becomes shocking, gory and a little perverse at how much punishment is being dealt out on both sides. The setting was used to very good effect and although simple, the plot was good and had some good points to make. It could have been a bit shorter and more consistent in its pacing, but highly entertaining and a little surprising, if unrealistic. Although all subtitled, the language was a mix of English and Hindi with them alternating language mid-conversation, which seemed a bit odd.

Kill is an absolute cinematic masterpiece that redefines the action genre. From the very first scene to the last, the film grabs you by the throat and doesn't let go, taking you on a thrilling roller-coaster ride of non-stop adrenaline-pumping action and raw emotion.

Dedication to mastering the tactical hand-to-hand combat is evident throughout, adding authenticity and depth to the character.

The film's action choreography is mind-blowing, with brilliantly executed fight sequences that are gritty, realistic, and beautifully shot. The hand-to-hand combat sequences are fast-paced and brutal, elevating the movie to a whole new level of action excellence.

Neither Bruce Lee-style quick action scenes nor violent horror flicks are particularly well-known in Indian cinema. Then arrives "Kill" and answers both of these questions. The gore is there and expertly done in an hour and forty-five minutes, even though it isn't as intense as in some of the Saw flicks.

The fact that the movie wasn't entirely cheerful, in contrast to a conventional Bollywood romance, really caught me off guard. This is not a tale in which the good guys defeat the bad guys and come out on top.

The commando part was expertly performed by Lakshya. Lakshya performed well in the part because of his well-defined figure, which the director highlighted at key points without giving away a full monty, and his passable acting abilities. Using a subtle blend of wickedness and malicious humour, Raghav played his part perfectly. Since I had never seen him appear on film for such a large amount of time, particularly as a villain, I was pleasantly surprised by his ability to carry off this character.

If you appreciate some gore and crave adrenaline-fueled action, "Kill" is a must-watch. I am excited about the prospect of seeing more films of this kind from Bollywood soon!

The story is simple - good guys on a train, bad guys board the train, and what follows is two hours of non-stop smash you brains out gratuitous violence. The characters are enjoyable to watch and chemistry is pretty good. I liked the bad guy even though he reminded me of Pauly Shore.

The story framework is quite simple but the story progresses in unexpected ways. It constantly adds to it so the story doesn't feel flat.

Yes, it has some flaws but doesn't leave you too much time to question anything. Just buy your popcorn and go for it.

I recommend this as great entertainment but you can't be squeamish.

Did not expect this movie to be soo good considering it's coming from bollywood. They said it had some gore....... But boy oh boy one of the most goriest movies bollywood will ever make. The action was so damn good. When you think how brutal can a human be this guy turns it up even more. Lakshya deserves all the praise for all the action scenes and pure emotions he is able to show after some events in the movie. Raghav..... hats offf man that guy was on another level. I actually hated him soo much at one point in the movie but that goes to say what a fantastic role he has played. If you have a chance to watch it on the big screen DO NOT MISS THIS!!!!

Amrit and Tulika are madly in love (but not together for caste system reasons?) and get engaged. But a train heist goes awry and Amrit is forced to fight, and fight, and fight, to protect the ones he loves.

Positives +Outstanding train set. Immaculate details, felt like a real train +Creative fights, engaging the environment fully +Raghav Juyal plays Fani with a psychotic flair that stood out.

Negatives -Plot is pretty thin, as expected -Some music was punctuated with random gunshots, even though guns aren't really present in the film -Constant use of action miracles where Amrit thinks about his loved ones and is able to overcome ANYTHING!

This was my first Indian movie and it was really interesting. Some things like the bandits mourning their fallen comrades and the random English sentences during Hindi conversations, stood out to me. A great action flick that is heavy handed with the violence.

7/10* GremlinLord615 --Full review on Youtube.

Wow, I am in disbelief that this is a Bollywood film! It is executed in a truly brilliant manner. The setup may be straightforward, but the action, direction, and acting are all outstanding. India's response to the Raid Films. I can't express in enough words how excited I am about what I witnessed. I was rooting for each kill and it remains engaging. The main actor has a promising career ahead in Bollywood and a flawless first film launch. Raghav is a pleasure to see and nails every scene he is in. The entire supporting cast performs admirably, but in the end, this movie belongs to the director. His vision and execution, without diminishing the lead's contributions, are truly remarkable. This movie is an absolute blast for any action enthusiast. No giveaways, just sharing joy like how the film made me happy.

Like the fast-moving train, the screenplay also paces itself swiftly without boring the audience. The entire film is about this one episode, and action blocks are lined up in most scenes, coupled with a few montage sequences to elevate the emotions. The action choreography is brilliant and cinematographer Rafey Mehmood executes them seamlessly, and the set pieces deserve special mention.

Kill has the visual narrative of an action video game, with each level becoming more challenging, and promising an interesting episode. The linear screenplay also helps in keeping the audience hooked on the plot. The violence does escalate as the story progresses, staying true to its tagline of being the 'most violent' Indian film. In short, Kill is mostly an entertaining film for fans of the action genre.

A pair of elite soldiers boards a train that is attacked by a ruthless gang. Combat is at close quarters. Deaths happen in gruesome and extreme ways, including by fire extinguisher. Armed forces, police, and gangs engage in combat against each other.

Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat experienced a train attack in real life and brings the experience to film audiences around the globe. While the film is shallow and women are treated poorly, there are unexpected twists and turn and it is enthralling for its action sequences. The world premiere in Toronto with the midnight madness crowd was a great deal of fun.

I always think trains make for a great confined, slightly claustrophobic, setting for a thriller and with the help of the very easy on the eye Lakshya proving he's pretty nimble with just about everything from a fire extinguisher to a bathroom sink, we set about trying to thwart the intentions of a group of thirty-odd bandits who board a train heading to Delhi and proceed to brutally rob the passengers. That was pretty much the gist of their plan until they discover that the wealthy "Baldeo" (Harsh Chhaya) is travelling with his family. Never mind scraping around for a few old iPhones and some costume jewellery, their enthusiastic young leader "Fani" (Raghav Juyal) decides to take them hostage. Now this is probably his biggest mistake as it turns out that the man's daughter "Tulika" (Tanya Maniktala) is the love of the life of our intrepid commando "Amrit", and when events unfold becoming more violent, and tragic, this unleashes in him a feverish desire for retribution that proves the training at the National Commando School of India is extremely effective. With his colleague "Viresh" (Abhishek Chauhan) travelling with him, and with the help of one or two courageous passengers, the two soldiers are hopelessly outnumbered, but hugely inventive. This isn't a film you go to see for the dialogue - there isn't really very much, and what there is doesn't really matter. This is simply an end to end, action-packed festival of acrobatic carnage that isn't necessarily the most realistic - I think in real life, everyone would have been dead from the deadly kukri blows far earlier, but Nikhil Nagesh Bhat allows the film to build the tension to quite a crescendo. Sure, some of the combat scenes are a little too choreographed and repetitive, and I doubt it would ever encourage you to want to travel on Indian Railways, but this is every inch as good as it's Hollywood equivalents. Be warned - the violence is about as graphic as it gets, but I enjoyed it and wouldn't be surprised if Lakshya starts to appear in more films targeted more at the West.

I typically refrain from posting movie

reviews, but I am compelled to share my thoughts on this. This film is not merely a movie; it is a new benchmark in cinema. I have seen some of the greatest action and violence-based films, delving into Quentin Tarantino's blood-soaked narratives and Sam Peckinpah's ruthless action scenes. However, never before have I encountered anything like this. This is where madness converges with madness. I am at a loss for words to adequately describe what I have just witnessed. This film will undoubtedly set a new standard for bloodbath cinema worldwide, and I doubt if anyone will ever come close to replicating it.

Sheer madness, absolute insanity, and continuous goosebumps throughout!

Hat's off to Nikhil Nagesh Bhatt for making this Masterpiece

PS: Don't watch it if you have a weak heart, either you'll leave in between or will be vomiting as the movie progresses.

The movie is pretty mindless and a lot of the film choices are made that don't make sense. Like the music in a lot of places sticks out as way too cliche, or just awful. Theres this one song with a gun cocking sound effect that makes every scene it appears in worse. Its obviously had a lot of influence from the raid, but its action sequences are maybe 80% of the way there. It lacks a lot of the intentional decisions and actual skill in fighting. Its still a lot of fun, and surprisingly an extremely brutal movie. I might argue more than the raid even. The love sub plot is passable, but even the small times it appeared was not fun to watch. It did have its place at least. A lot of the decisions made by the characters hes fighting are dumb as well. They often act in ways just to force the plot along rather than making smart/interesting decisions that force the main character to do something unexpected. All in all its a good movie and shows theres potential in the future for more of these types of films in india with good quality.

Loved this movie. Zero typical Bollywood nonsense that's used in action movies. Producer, Director and the rest of the crew have done a smash job in making this movie compete with several Hollywood movies that have equally or even less violence and body count. Went to the theater with zero in-depth knowledge of the movie aside from trailers I have seen. Just know that for sensitive viewers that don't have a sense of humor and are afraid of blood: stay home. Most everyone else, this is a great flick to check out. Simply sit back, don't think too much and relax. Karan has done it again! Great work. Dark and funny movie.

KILL is one of those films that had a really good trailer, leaving me mildly perturbed that the film itself would turn out to be a disappointment. I needn't have worried: this is a fine little train-set thriller that throws back to DIE HARD and UNDER SIEGE 2: DARK TERRITORY in the story of one man fighting against a huge gang of bandits with robbery and murder in mind. The film starts off pretty cheesily, and to be fair the acting isn't amazing, but around the halfway mark it really picks up a gear and delivers one rousing fight scene after another. KILL is an Indian film that goes against genre conventions by offering far more violence and bloodshed than similar features from the country, and as such it proved a bloody hit with audiences. I can see why! This is powerful, gritty, revenge-fuelled drama for adults only.

I like where our Indian cinema is going they finally taking risk I stopped watching Indian movies because they were making same crap over and over again from decades finally the quality getting better this movie is step in right direction.

I like they chose the train for this movie but it also comes with disadvantages Indian trains doesn't have that much room so the fight were pretty claustrophobic. I love some of the fight scenes which were one on one but when against the groups it was just a mess they should've hired better fight chirographer there was no need for 40v1 I rather have fewer better fights Because he could've died many times the PLOT ARMOUR was strong in this movie like all Indian movies but at least he got badly injured which is uncommon in most movies.

And now to the story it's pretty average Indian story the main lead is a solider who wants revenge but still was good because of good performances.

The one thing I didn't understand they were thieves not terrorist why they started killing and they said they are robbing the train but what exactly they didn't say anything about that in the movie I only saw them picking some bags in one scene that's it. And I never heard passenger train carrying anything that valuable if they ever will it going to have more security and none of the thieves were wearing mask to hide their identify which was also odd because that was the main reason they didn't leave the train when things didn't go according to plan. I think the director or writer change the script the replaced terrorist with thieves at last second.

Overall it's an entertaining movie but definitely not a India family movie because our parents don't really like fights and gore like this.

This movie starts slow, has a decent storyline, an above average love angle, but when it comes to action, it is top class. It is not the typical hollywood style action, but old school fists, knifes, hammers, guns and whatever else can be found or used on a train to KILL. This movie takes its title so seriously that it literally lives up to the word KILL. I thought some of the scenes were fantastic and original. It is refreshing to see old school action in a modern setting with amazing visuals and background music. Worth watching at a movie theater with excellent sound. The gory and the emotional intertwining of love and action works for the movie. Go see the movie, not for the story, but purely for the action and you will not be disappointed.

From the very beginning story doesn't waste time, and directly it's lead to main plot of the story where some bandits were trying to rob the train but unfortunately to brave commandos were exist in the same train and the Action Begin with a beautiful short love story, and main hero never let you disappoint, his acting and action just awesome and the villain was also hillirious and insane , the main plot of the movie is to show brutal action and film till the end prove that, No any unwanted song, totally worthy to watch please do watch surely you going to love if you guys love action movies . Thank you.

No responsibile army man will choose not kill each and every one of those bandit the first chance they get. Not only are they unbelievably outnumbered 2 vs 36 but also each and every one of them is a danger to civilians in the train. This alone ruined the experience for me.

So shut off your brain and just take the ride without trying to understand how it works. How a single human being can still be alive after all that assault when even a single of those blows to he head would send you into a coma in a real life. None of it matters. We should just see this as a stepping stone in bollywood for movies with bold ideas to come forward into the mainstream. This movie does not try to service the audience with what they might want to see but rather coax them to watch what the movie is at its face value.