'Jewel Thief' OTT release: Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat’s heist thriller receives mixed reviews from viewers

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After a recent attack, Saif Ali Khan returns with ‘Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins’, a digital heist thriller featuring Jaideep Ahlawat and Nikita Dutta. Released on Netflix, it received mixed reviews—praised for performances and style but criticized for its weak plot and execution.

Following a recent attack at his Bandra residence, Saif Ali Khan has made his much-anticipated return with the release of his latest film, ‘Jewel Thief’. An action-packed heist thriller features co-stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor, and is produced by Siddharth Anand with direction by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. Opting for a digital premiere, ‘Jewel Thief’ debuted today, quickly becoming a popular choice for viewers looking to binge-watch. However, despite the excitement surrounding its release, the film has received a rather mixed response from audiences.

Positive Fan Reactions

Many viewers have expressed their enjoyment of the heist action film ‘Jewel Thief’. One social media user praised the movie, stating, “#JaideepAhlawat delivers a standout performance in a predictable heist film while #SaifAliKhan’s role falls flat. The cinematography is initially impressive but falters in close scenes, offering little redemption.”

Another fan highlighted Saif Ali Khan’s performance, saying, “#SaifAliKhan plays the perfect mix of mystery and charm in #JewelThief. His portrayal of Rehan Roy is both sharp and compelling—undeniably one of his best performances to date.”

Critical and Mixed Reviews

One such netizen tweeted: “#JewelThief … this thief ROBS you of logic, patience and any hope for coherent plot. A classic example of style without substance. Interesting and talented cast fail to impress due to not so interesting script and dull execution.”

About the Film

‘Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins’ is an action thriller starring Saif Ali Khan as a master thief hired to steal a priceless diamond.

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