Badass Ravi Kumar Narrative: Or the Absence Thereof. Mr. Ravi Kumar (Himesh Reshammiya) is a police officer who consistently eschews the traditional uniform, yet the audience is expected to accept his role as an officer simply because Lord Himesh asserts it. He is romantically involved with Madhubala (Simona J), whose sister, Laila (Kirti Kulhari), harbors feelings for Ravi as well but is characterized as a mercenary assassin—contrasting sharply with her sister, who often resembles a Manyavar model, predominantly depicted in a state of distress and subject to mistreatment, particularly when not being dominated by her sister. When a case leads Ravi Kumar to an international setting—one that the CGI team in post-production has deemed acceptable—he faces off against Carlos (Prabhudeva), a gangster who possesses extensive knowledge yet lacks the ability to fire a bullet at the opportune moment. How will Ravi navigate the 200 trivial stakes involved, amidst the dialogue laden with reverb?

Badass Ravi Kumar Review:

How does one critique a film that seems to be striving for the lowest possible standard while simultaneously acknowledging its position at the nadir of cinematic quality—now colloquially termed Brain Rot? The film's self-awareness is evident from the outset, as Himesh Reshammiya implores viewers to abandon their critical faculties, with a title card boldly proclaiming LOGIC OPTIONAL. Thus, how can I address the (deliberate and meticulously crafted) lack of depth, rationale, geographical coherence, and any semblance of commitment to producing a coherent narrative from this chaotic endeavor?

Consequently, I opted to compose a thousand words reflecting on the experience of viewing Badass Ravi Kumar in a cinema that was nearly 70% occupied—where a fellow patron expressed his inability to sleep due to the anticipation of the spectacle we were about to experience for the ensuing 141 minutes. To that individual, should you come across this, please ensure your safety is noted on any of my social media platforms.

Badass Ravi Kumar is the collaborative effort of three writers, one of whom is the renowned Lord Himesh, who is credited with the screenplay. At this juncture, he could pilot a spacecraft, and I would accompany him without hesitation—after all, who in their right mind would finance a film that opens with the line, “Tu bura hai toh main bure logo ka nawab hoon, tu bada hoke bigda tha, main bachpan se kharab hoon”? The dialogues are penned by Bunty Rathore, with contributions from Kushal Ved Bakshi and Reshammiya on the screenplay. This sets the tone for the dramatic experience you are committing to when purchasing a ticket for Badass Ravi Kumar.

Himesh Reshammiya makes his entrance in the first scene, delivering a line reminiscent of shayari, enveloped in reverb, and continues this for a duration of 2 hours and 41 minutes—almost as if he is showcasing unreleased Instagram reels that his team likely advised against sharing. If you believed that Pushpa 2: The Rule was excessive in its dramatic one-liners, brace yourself for Himesh Reshammiya as he enters a room, eliminates adversaries, and proclaims, “Kundali me Shani, ghee ke saath honey, aur Ravi Kumar se dushmani, achi nahi hai.” At some point, a character reverently declares, “HE DOES NOT FEAR BECAUSE FEAR FEARS HIM.” I emphasize this in all caps, as that line has become indelibly etched in my memory.

The screenplay—or rather the absence of a coherent one—reveres Himesh Reshammiya or Badass Ravi Kumar for a staggering 141 minutes, with every moment dedicated to glorifying each individual who was compensated to partake in this CGI-laden spectacle. It is evident that the vehicles were positioned in front of a green screen, with individuals shaking them to simulate motion. Yet, Himesh emerges, defying all conceivable boundaries—including the laws of physics, logic, and even his own hairstyle—delivers a line, fires a CGI bullet (which elicits more amusement than harm), and departs with the demeanor of an assassin rather than that of a law enforcement officer. LOGIC OPTIONAL!

Badass Ravi Kumar attempts to be a film that incorporates various stereotypes while striving to maintain its relevance. How else can one interpret characters named Madhubala, Laila, and Carlos, alongside a godman serving as the head of operations, and a few random individuals with slightly hairy chests and gold chains named Mustafa and Rana? Additionally, it is noteworthy that Ravi was previously suspended from the police force due to his long hair, which is certainly an unusual detail. A woman seated next to me remarked to her teenage son, “See, that’s what happens when you grow your hair.” One must wonder, ma’am, why you would bring your teenage son to this at 9 in the morning.

Simona J portrays a traditional Indian woman who exclusively dons sarees and lehengas, yet she bears little resemblance to the character she is meant to embody. Instead, she appears more like a foreign tourist dressed in Indian attire for a promotional brochure of Chandni Chowk.

The plot twists are peculiar, arbitrary, and lack significance. Moreover, what is the rationale behind the erratic location changes? The CGI team clearly indicated their capability to create these various settings, and Himesh along with director Keith Gomes ensured that they utilized every one of them. I am convinced that some locations were even selected from the Windows wallpaper collection.

The subplot involving the cigarette is noteworthy. Ravi’s brother advised him against smoking during his childhood, which seems like an excessively early lesson in adulthood. Consequently, he now merely holds an unlit cigarette between his lips. This evokes a reference to The Fault in Our Stars, does it not? At one point, it genuinely appears as though the prop department acquired a single cigarette and has been reusing it throughout the film.

The film also features jingoism, accompanied by enthusiastic audience reactions. Sanjay Mishra and Johnny Lever manage to subdue a trained assassin through comedic antics (this is not a jest). There is an abundance of absurdity that ultimately led my mind to concede that further analysis of this film would be pointless. Should you suggest that “Some films are simply meant to be enjoyed without overthinking,” I would gladly arrange a ticket for you every day for the next week. Enjoyment is guaranteed.

Do you truly believe I possess the audacity to critique the performances in a film where Himesh Reshammiya dons glasses solely to circumvent eyeline issues with the camera? We are all in need of divine intervention. However, I encourage you to watch Badass Ravi Kumar—not for its artistic merit, but to experience firsthand the depths of cinematic failure and the extent of unrestrained filmmaking.

Badass Ravi Kumar Final Verdict:

This film transcends star ratings and any expectations of rationality from it or from those who willingly purchased tickets. Lord Himesh is engaged in a relentless pursuit of deeper lows, competing against himself and his cigarette, and we are all spectators to this spectacle—with popcorn in one hand and logic cast aside.

Badass Ravi Kumar is set to premiere in Indian theaters on January 7, 2025. Please stay tuned to Mobile Masala for further updates from the realms of streaming and cinema.

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