Aayush Sharma's Ruslaan Movie Review!

Image: Sri Sathya Sai Arts

Salman Khan's brother-in-law delivers a heartfelt portrayal of Ruslaan's struggles.

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Ruslaan intertwines past themes with present-day issues, albeit with mixed results.

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Follow Ruslaan, a compassionate Muslim teen, as he navigates life's twists and turns in Mumbai.

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Ruslaan's initial scenes lack urgency, reminiscent of 1970s family dramas.

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Aayush Sharma's Ruslaan shines, but other characters remain underdeveloped, leaving audiences wanting more.

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Ruslaan attempts to address pressing issues but falls short in execution.

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Although the movie runtime is short, it feels overly drawn out.

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The movie kicks off strong, but subsequent events appear nonsensical and illogical.

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Aayush Sharma's Ruslaan Movie Review!

April 26, 2024

By Rohan Gaikwad