Animal

About Animal

A son's obsessive love for his father leads him down a dark, violent path, exploring toxic masculinity and the price of loyalty.

Animal (2023) is a action, drama, thriller film directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The cast includes Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor. It is available to stream on Netflix.

Our Verdict

A divisive, ultra-violent, operatic saga. Ranbir Kapoor is electrifying. Not for everyone.

Full Review — Animal (2023)

Animal stands as one of the most noteworthy films to emerge in recent years. With a CineVerse rating of 7.6/10 and a genre mix of action, drama, thriller, it has something to offer both casual viewers and devoted fans of the action genre.

Direction

Under the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film achieves a distinctive visual and narrative identity. The pacing and tonal consistency reflect a singular creative vision that rewards attentive viewing.

Cast & Performances

The performances in Animal are a significant strength. Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor deliver work that is both technically assured and emotionally resonant. Each character arc is handled with care, and the ensemble chemistry elevates the material.

What Works

• Ranbir's powerhouse performance
• action choreography
• background score.

What Could Be Better

• Glorification of toxic behaviour
• runtime.

Box Office Performance

Animal grossed $120M at the worldwide box office — a remarkable achievement for an Indian production, cementing its position as one of the most commercially successful releases of 2023. Box office performance was strong particularly in its opening weekend, driven by fan enthusiasm.

Should You Watch Animal?

Yes — with a CineVerse rating of 7.6/10, Animal delivers a highly enjoyable experience that is well worth your time. Some minor flaws aside, it stands as a solid entry in the action genre.

You can stream Animal on Netflix. Check our full rankings page for more top-rated content.