Gully Boy Review (2019) — 71% Celluloid Score
Directed by Zoya Akhtar · 2019 ·
Gully Boy (2019) earns a 71% Celluloid Score — Recommended. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
Calculated from 4 available inputs: Celluloid editorial rating, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb. Audience sentiment is shown separately and never changes the composite. See how we calculate scores.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
Not confirmed on any major streaming platform yet — check local listings.
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (79/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (71/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Gully Boy worth watching?
Yes — Gully Boy earns a 71% Celluloid Score. Recommended — recommended by most critics and audiences.
Celluloid Verdict
Zoya Akhtar’s Mumbai hip-hop drama put Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt inside India’s underground rap scene — Oscar India’s entry that year.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Gully Boy about?
Murad, an underdog, struggles to convey his views on social issues and life in Dharavi through rapping. His life changes drastically when he meets a local rapper, Shrikant alias MC Sher.
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Critic Reviews
Gully Boy (2019) Review
★★★★☆
Zoya Akhtar's Gully Boy (2019) remains a defining Drama landmark from India, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.
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