Jul 10, 2026 2:46pm IST
‘Dhamaal 4’ Review: Ajay Devgn and Team Keep The Familiar Chaos Alive
The “Dhamaal” franchise has always been an unapologetic celebration of madness. It doesn’t chase logic or emotional depth. It thrives on slapstick humor, bizarre situations and an ensemble cast willing to embrace complete absurdity with conviction. The movie sticks closely to that formula and delivers another treasure hunt packed with misunderstandings and enough comic mayhem aimed to satisfy fans of the series.
This time around, Guddu (Ajay Devgn), Johnny (Sanjay Mishra), Lallan (Riteish Deshmukh), Adi (Arshad Warsi) and Manav (Jaaved Jaaferi) find themselves chasing a hidden treasure that’s been buried for over a century. Naturally, the journey is anything but simple. Their mission turns chaotic as pirate leader Adhoora (Ravi Kishan) and his gang race after the treasure, setting off a chain of comic confrontations, mistaken identities and increasingly outrageous situations.
There is everything that you would expect from a film in the franchise - some comedy, a bit of action, and even some horror. The characters at various points find themselves hopping on cars, boats and even a hot-air balloon. There are a bunch of animals who aid the action. Ajay skips the two vehicle trademark action sequence for dolphins this time around. He also fights a tiger. Apart from these, there is a crocodile, a monkey, a snake, and even a lizard, all fitted neatly into a jungle sequence.
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To put it simply, it’s a bunch of gags stitched together. Some work, some don’t. Along with a lot of physical comedy, there are some jokes aimed at some of the characters’ weight, height and speech. The creators can surely rise above those to generate humor. Every few minutes, there’s either a chase sequence, some cliff-hanging escapades, a misunderstanding or a gag designed to keep the audience engaged. It’s a straightforward setup.
The biggest strength of “Dhamaal 4” is undoubtedly its cast. Ajay Devgn, Arshad Warsi, Riteish Deshmukh, Jaaved Jaaferi and Sanjay Mishra lead the movie with easy camaraderie that has defined the franchise over the years. Anjali Anand lends able support, but she never truly gets to show her comic flair. Even when the situations seem completely implausible, the actors commit wholeheartedly, making the madness feel organic rather than exhausting. They carry even the absurd with assurance that comes with experience.
Ajay Devgn blends comfortably into the ensemble and lets the comedy unfold around him without trying to dominate it. Sanjay Mishra brings his trademark humor and comic timing. Arshad Warsi and Jaaved Jaaferi continue to be among the franchise’s most reliable comic performers, while Riteish Deshmukh once again proves he is among Hindi cinema’s most effortless comedy actors. Ravi Kishan, with his exaggerated performance, fits neatly into the film’s world. Director Indra Kumar keeps the tone consistently light, ensuring the film never takes itself too seriously.
However, viewers looking for fresh, sophisticated humor may find themselves wanting more. But that’s also the nature of the “Dhamaal” universe. It has prioritized entertainment over subtle comedy, and it remains faithful to that identity. It knows exactly what the audience expects and caters to it. As for its music, the remix version of the Marathi chartbuster “Gulabi Saree” makes for an easy watch, while the tune of “Bella Ciao” serves as the background score during some chaotic moments.
In the end, “Dhamaal 4” delivers exactly what it promises - a noisy, energetic comedy driven by an experienced ensemble that understands the franchise’s rhythm. The chemistry among the cast and the film’s relentless pace ensure that the fun factor finds its way to the screen.
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