Critics generally gave the film positive reviews (averaging 3.5/5 stars), highlighting its "feel-good" quality and emotional depth despite some noting a slightly slow pace in the second half.
Sharwanand is praised for his soulful portrayal of a man burdened by grief, while Amala Akkineni receives significant acclaim for her serene performance as the mother.
The film heavily leans into 90s nostalgia, featuring iconic advertisements, vehicles, and the simpler atmosphere of that era to ground its sci-fi elements.
