Kunal Kemmu's spy comedy Vibe has drawn sharply divided reviews, according to coverage published on Friday, 18 September 2026. News18's review argues the film is what Bollywood needs most, while The Hindu describes it as a rudderless and overlong comedy. Telegraph India reports that the film delivers plenty of laughs but loses its way.
The mixed reception centres on Kemmu's direction and the film's structure. According to The Hindu, the comedy lacks focus and runs too long, while Telegraph India credits it with humour but says it drifts. News18's assessment stands apart, framing the film as a welcome addition to Hindi cinema.
One widely discussed element is the casting of Preity Zinta. The Times of India reports that Kemmu explained he placed Zinta against type in Vibe, saying he had never seen her perform action before. That decision has become a talking point in the film's coverage.
Separately, Rediff reported that Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra were among those responding positively to the film, though the summary does not detail their specific comments.
The reviews offer no consensus on Vibe, with critics disagreeing on whether its comedic strengths outweigh its pacing problems. Audiences and further box-office figures will indicate whether the film's reception settles in either direction.