Romeo S3 Movie Review: A predictable masala entertainer that struggles to find its footing

Romeo S3 Movie Review: A Bloated Masala Thriller That Misses the Mark

DCP Sangram Singh Shekhawat (Thakur Anoop Singh) embarks on a mission to dismantle a powerful drug cartel operating in Goa. But his path soon intersects with a vengeful crime lord, Jayant Makhija (Aman Dhaliwal), pulling him into a web of conspiracy that threatens national security. As Sangram investigates the murder of his mentor, he uncovers a sinister plot involving a deadly virus—whose cure is controlled by the deranged mafioso himself. Amidst the chaos, he must also rescue Tanu (Palak Tiwari), a journalist kidnapped by Jayant and his allies.

Director Guddu Dhanoa crafts an action-packed entertainer that aims to blend patriotic fervor with high-stakes drama. The film follows the fearless cop Sangram as he goes undercover to unravel the cartel’s network while juggling a personal vendetta and a widening bio-terror threat. Unfortunately, while the premise has potential, the execution falters on several fronts.

Penned by Shailesh Verma, Romeo S3 is a conventional masala film overloaded with clichés. The plot is formulaic and struggles with coherence, while the screenplay feels scattered and disjointed. Several story elements remain unexplained, characters lack depth, and dramatic twists often defy logic—like Sangram’s transfer being suspended simply because a video of his vigilante act goes viral.

The film’s first half offers some pace and intrigue, especially as Sangram infiltrates the criminal world. Action sequences are decently choreographed, and the overall production design is passable. However, the narrative is bogged down by repetitive tropes—slow-motion hero entries, loud car chases, and the obligatory vehicle explosions. The inclusion of an unbalanced love angle, with Tanu inexplicably falling for Sangram, and poorly timed song placements, further hamper the film’s rhythm.

Thakur Anoop Singh brings physical intensity to his role and delivers on the action front, though his portrayal often mirrors Ranveer Singh’s Simmba. His emotional scenes, however, lack conviction. Palak Tiwari’s performance is adequate, but her character feels superficial and underwritten, failing to convince as a journalist. Aman Dhaliwal makes his entry in the latter half with an exaggerated performance that borders on caricature.

In trying to juggle too many plot threads—revenge, romance, patriotism, bio-terrorism—Romeo S3 ends up with a cluttered and unconvincing narrative. Despite occasional bursts of action and style, the film doesn't manage to tie it all together meaningfully. What could have been a sharp, gripping thriller instead turns into an overcooked masala mix with little emotional or narrative payoff.