More an ill-conceived collection of random sketches than a proper feature film, Netflix’s Jaadugar is the kind of movie you want to wave your wand at to make it disappear.
We discuss the film’s many problematic aspects—something that is becoming worryingly common for star Jitendra Kumar—and its absolute lack of cinematic value.
Jaadugar has zero understanding of football, cares little for its supporting cast despite being nearly three hours long, and features an intensely reprehensible protagonist who is projected as some kind of loveable oaf.
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