Varun Tej Konidela, known for his contributions to the Telugu film industry, has marked his debut in Hindi cinema with the action thriller ‘Operation Valentine.’ The film, directed by Shakti Pratap Singh Hada and set to release on March 1 in both Hindi and Telugu, stars Varun Tej as an Indian Air Force Officer alongside Manushi Chhillar.
The storyline revolves around the 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack by Pakistan and the subsequent Balakot Air Strikes by the Indian Air Force. Varun Tej’s portrayal of an Indian Air Force Officer has garnered attention, with the film’s promotional materials, including trailers and posters, creating substantial anticipation.
Netizens, however, hold divergent views on the movie. One user expressed disappointment in their tweet, stating, “Operation Valentine Review: Unaccomplished mission lacking emotional depth. Varun Tej shines, Manushi Chhillar holds her own. Patriotism 👍, Technicalities 👌, Writing 👎, Emotion 👎Climax #OperationValentineReview.”
Operation Valentine Review:
Unaccomplished mission lacking emotional depth. Varun Tej shines, Manushi Chhillar holds her own. Patriotism 👍, Technicalities 👌, Writing 👎, Emotion 👎Climax #OperationValentineReview @IAmVarunTej @ManushiChhillar #OperationValentine
— MoviePromotion™ (@moviepro24) February 29, 2024
In contrast, another user praised the first half of the film, tweeting, “#OperationValentine 1st Half Review: Breathtaking first half. Highly engaging with punchy aerial action based on true events. Varun Tej and team have outdone themselves so far.”
#OperationValentine 1st Half Review:
Breathtaking first half.
Highly engaging with punchy aerial action based on true events.
Varun Tej and team have outdone themselves so far.#PakkaTelugu #OperationValentineReview #Varuntej #FirstHalfReview #ManushiChhillar #Navdeep pic.twitter.com/m0r0BQL3eS— Pakka Telugu (@PakkaTelugu_com) February 29, 2024
A different perspective was shared by another user, highlighting positives such as “Story, Screenplay, Direction 🤩, VFX 💥, Performances 👌, BGM 👌, Action Sequences 💥🤩🥳.” However, they noted negatives, including the “Love Track” and “Non Sync Dubbing,” concluding with, “GOOD Tribute to the Indian Air Force.”
Positives:
– Story, Screenplay, Direction 🤩
– VFX 💥
– Performances 👌
– BGM 👌
– Action Sequences 💥🤩🥳Negatives:
– Love Track
– Non Sync Dubbing"GOOD Tribute to the Indian Air Force"
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These varied opinions reflect the mixed reception ‘Operation Valentine’ has received on social media platforms. As the film hits the screens, audiences will form their own judgments on Varun Tej’s Bollywood debut.
