Rudra Garuda Purana

The movie has received mixed reviews from critics: Sridevi S of The Times of India wrote that the film attempts to merge mythology with a modern thriller but stumbles due to uneven pacing. She praised Rishi’s performance as a highlight, though she noted the screenplay lacks consistency.^[8] Vivek M.V of The Hindu said the film is a tepid thriller, commending Rishi’s dedicated performance but criticizing the weak plot and lack of narrative coherence, which fails to sustain suspense.^[9] Shashiprsad SM of Times Now wrote that the film is "mysteriously entertaining but only in parts," appreciating its visual appeal but pointing out disjointed storytelling and shallow character development.^[10] A Sharadhaa of The New Indian Express said the film is a riveting tale of justice and karma, with Rishi delivering a standout performance. She appreciated the thematic depth but mentioned minor pacing issues.^[11] Y Maheswara Reddy of Bangalore Mirror wrote that the film offers a thrilling take on karma, with Rishi’s intense acting standing out. He noted that the film’s ambition occasionally overshadows its execution.^[12] Shilpa D of Kannada Prabha said the film weaves an engaging narrative around justice and karma, with Rishi’s performance being a major strength. She suggested some plot points could have been tighter.^[13] S Vishwanath of Deccan Herald wrote that the film’s mystery-thriller premise is undermined by a convoluted plot. He acknowledged competent performances but criticized the lack of narrative clarity.^[14]

• Rudra Garuda Purana at IMDb