Gold!

#Gold - Akshay Kumar scores a hattrick with this independence day release by tugging the right strings of patriotism yet again!

The story follows the standard formula of a typical sports film but makes you all patriotic and proud in the end (d’uh).

Just when Chak De India marked its 10th anniversary, this one, which draws parallels with several of the Chak De concepts, was released. Akshay says in the film that he can see 2 matches in parallel; I could see Gold and Chak De in parallel.

This one has the potential of becoming a cult classic by growing on you every time you watch it. Its a great team effort and all characters are pretty much equal in depth and scope. Was wonderful to see Kunal Kapoor make a comeback.

Check it out for the sheer spirit; do not try to figure out the percentage of authenticity vs drama.

3.5⭐️ from me.