Released on January 31, 2025, Deva stars Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde. The film has received mixed response from the audience and critics.
The first half is being praised for its gripping narrative and engaging action sequences, but the second half reportedly loses its way.
While Shahid Kapoor delivers a commendable performance, critics feel the director fails to maintain the momentum, leading to an underwhelming impact.
The climax is said to be shocking but not entirely satisfying. Deva could face an uphill battle at the box office.
Coming to Pooja Hegde, she plays Diya which also failed to impress much. Some find her subdued performance appealing but think that she does not have enough screen presence or depth to become a bright spot.
“Pooja Hegde brings a charm to her role but I wanted to see more of her character.” That is what most of the viewers would want to see from Diya’s character.
This was an action-oriented plot and did not permit her character growth at all. She has a kissing scene which also has been edited out. Otherwise, the film mostly wastes her potential.
