Jurassic World Rebirth: A Dino-Sized Rollercoaster That Roars Loud but Stumbles Softly Namaste, dino lovers and Bollywood buffs! The Jurass...
Jurassic World Rebirth: A Dino-Sized Rollercoaster That Roars Loud but Stumbles Softly
Namaste, dino lovers and Bollywood buffs! The Jurassic Park franchise is back with its seventh outing, Jurassic World Rebirth, stomping into Indian cinemas on July 4, 2025, in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. As a lifelong fan of dinosaurs (who didn’t dream of velociraptors after watching Jurassic Park in ’93?) and someone who loves a good masala entertainer, I couldn’t wait to see if this film delivers the dhamaakedaar thrills we expect from a Jurassic flick. Directed by Gareth Edwards and starring Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey, Rebirth promises a fresh start for the franchise. But does it recapture the awe of Spielberg’s original, or is it just another same old, same old sequel? Let’s dive into this 1500+ word review, Indian style, with all the drama, emotion, and masala you’d expect from a Bollywood blockbuster!
The Setup: A New Island, Same Old Dino Chaos
Picture this: it’s been five years since Jurassic World Dominion, and dinosaurs are no longer the global sensation they once were. The planet’s ecology has turned hostile to these prehistoric giants, and they’re now confined to isolated equatorial pockets where the climate suits them. Enter Parker-Genix Pharmaceutical Engineering, a greedy corporation (because, of course, there’s always a shady sethji in these films) that wants to extract DNA from the three biggest dinosaurs—titanosaurus (land), mosasaurus (sea), and quetzalcoatlus (air)—to develop a miracle drug for heart disease. Bhai, yeh toh noble cause hai, par thodi si villainy ke saath!
The mission is led by Zora Bennett (Scarlett Johansson), a covert ops expert with a mysterious past, who’s hired by corporate suit Martin Krebs (Rupert Friend). She’s joined by paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis (Jonathan Bailey, channeling his inner Alan Grant), mercenary Duncan Kincaid (Mahershala Ali), and a ragtag team of specialists, including a pilot, a crewwoman, and a weapons guy. Their destination? A forbidden island off Suriname, once home to an InGen research lab, now crawling with mutant dinosaurs. Arre, yeh toh pura horror movie setup hai!
But wait, there’s more! The team stumbles upon the Delgado family—father Reuben (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo), teenage daughter Teresa (Luna Blaise), her goofy boyfriend Xavier (David Iacono), and young Isabella (Audrina Miranda)—whose boat was capsized by a marauding mosasaurus. Now, it’s not just about collecting DNA; it’s a full-on bachao mission to survive the island’s deadly creatures, including the terrifying Distortus Rex (D-Rex), a genetic abomination straight out of a Bhai nightmare.
The Good: Dino Action That Packs a Punch
Let’s start with the jhakhaas stuff. Jurassic World Rebirth delivers some heart-pounding action sequences that’ll make you clutch your popcorn tub like it’s your jaan ka dushman. The early mosasaurus boat chase is a standout, with visuals that scream Jaws meets Jurassic Park. The tension is zabardast, with the giant sea creature lunging at the team’s boat, water splashing everywhere, and screams filling the air. It’s the kind of scene that makes you want to yell, “Bhaag, bhaag, bhai, yeh mosasaurus kha jayega!” The 3D effects, while not always top-notch, add a layer of immersion, especially in IMAX. Dil khush ho gaya!
Another blockbuster moment is the T-rex river raft scene, lifted straight from Michael Crichton’s original novel. The team’s inflatable raft, marked “inflate on land,” gets dragged into the water, and a sleeping T-rex wakes up to give chase. The slow, menacing build-up, paired with Alexandre Desplat’s thunderous score, makes this sequence a nail-biter. It’s not the fast-paced chase we’re used to; it’s a dheere dheere terror that feels like a real animal stalking its prey. Wah, kya scene hai! The T-rex feels like a living, breathing beast, not just a CGI prop, and it’s the closest Rebirth comes to recapturing the awe of the 1993 classic.
The cast is another sone pe suhaga. Scarlett Johansson is in full Black Widow mode as Zora, kicking butt and delivering emotional depth in quieter moments. Mahershala Ali’s Duncan is the cool-headed mercenary with a heart, stealing scenes with his calm authority. Jonathan Bailey’s Dr. Loomis is a nerdy delight, bringing a mix of curiosity and courage that makes you root for him. The Delgado family adds a desi touch of family drama, with young Isabella and her pet aquilops, Dolores, tugging at your heartstrings. Arre, yeh toh pura Bollywood family vibe hai! Rupert Friend’s Martin Krebs is a slimy corporate villain, though he could’ve been more dhamakedaar.
The visuals are a mixed bag but mostly paisa vasool. The island, shot in Thailand, looks lush and foreboding, with tall grass scenes that remind you of The Lost World’s velociraptor hunt. The mutadons—raptor-pteranodon hybrids—are a creepy addition, swooping down like Rakshas from a Ramayana epic. The sound design is top-class, with every roar, footstep, and rustle making you feel like you’re on the island. Desplat’s score, blending John Williams’ iconic Jurassic Park theme with new, pulse-pounding tracks, is a musical dhamaka that elevates every action scene.
The Not-So-Good: A Script That Needs More Masala
Now, let’s talk about the thanda parts. The biggest letdown is the script by David Koepp, who co-wrote the original Jurassic Park. Arre bhai, yeh kya likh diya? The plot feels like a khichdi of recycled ideas from earlier films—another secret island, another shady corporation, another team fighting to survive. It’s like ordering biryani but getting pulao instead. The story starts strong with a Snickers wrapper causing a lab meltdown (yes, really!), but it loses steam as it falls back on familiar tropes. Yeh toh purani kahani ka naya remix lagta hai.
The pacing is uneven, like a Bollywood film that can’t decide if it’s a thriller or a drama. The first half builds tension beautifully, but the second half drags with repetitive action and bakwas character decisions. For example, why would mercenaries on a trillion-dollar mission not carry proper guns? Bhai, yeh kaisi planning hai? And don’t get me started on the Delgado family sailing into dino-infested waters with two kids and a clueless boyfriend. Yeh toh pura Bollywood melodrama hai, par logic ke bina!
The mutant dinosaurs, while cool, feel like a forced attempt to up the ante. The D-Rex, with its Alien-like design, is more monster than dinosaur, which takes away from the Jurassic Park vibe. Yeh kya, Godzilla bana diya? The film hints at deeper themes—corporate greed, playing God, environmentalism—but never explores them fully, like a shayari that sounds profound but means nothing. The emotional arcs, especially for the supporting characters, feel half-baked, and some injuries are conveniently forgotten. Arre, yeh script ko thodi aur polish chahiye thi!
The CGI, while mostly impressive, has moments that look rushed, especially the mosasaurus and some green-screen shots. Bhai, yeh toh 90s ka VFX lagta hai! The 3D, as some X posts pointed out, feels like a scam in parts, with minimal depth. Theatre mein 3D glasses pehen ke bhi 2D jaisa feel hota hai. And at 133 minutes, the film feels 15 minutes too long, like a Bollywood movie that needed one less song.
The Indian Connect: A Masala Blockbuster with Heart
What makes Jurassic World Rebirth resonate with Indian audiences? For one, it’s a proper paisa vasool summer blockbuster, perfect for a family outing with popcorn and samosas. The film’s mix of action, comedy, and family drama feels like a Bollywood potboiler. The Delgado family’s bhai-behen bond and their struggle to survive mirror the emo-shunal family sagas we love, like Hum Saath-Saath Hain but with dinosaurs instead of saas-bahu drama. Isabella’s bond with Dolores the aquilops is cute overload, like a Chhota Bheem episode with a dino twist.
The film’s box office performance in India is zabardast, crossing Rs 100 crore and becoming the second highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2025 after Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. Yeh toh Bollywood ke biggies ko takkar de raha hai! Posts on X reflect the excitement, with fans praising the thrilling sea and river sequences and the desi dubbed versions (Tamil and Telugu dubs are semma, apparently!). However, some bhai log on X called it “average” for adults, better suited for kids, which tracks with the film’s bachchon wala vibe.
Comparisons to the Franchise: A Step Up, but Not a Leap
How does Rebirth stack up against the Jurassic legacy? It’s better than the bloated Dominion and Fallen Kingdom, which lost the plot with locusts and global conspiracies. It’s on par with Jurassic World and Jurassic Park III but doesn’t touch the magic of Spielberg’s Jurassic Park or The Lost World. The return of David Koepp and Gareth Edwards’ Spielbergian flair (he directed Godzilla and Rogue One) gives it a nostalgic edge, but it lacks the dil se dil tak wonder of the original. Yeh film dil jeet leti hai, par poora dil nahi.
Critics are divided, with Rotten Tomatoes at 51% and a B CinemaScore. Some call it a “thrilling return to basics” (Variety), while others slam it as a “soulless mess” (Cosmic Book News). Arre, yeh toh typical Bollywood jaisa hai—kisi ko pasand, kisi ko nahi! For me, it’s a solid 3.5/5, like a Tiger Zinda Hai of dino movies—flawed but fun.
Final Verdict: Paisa Vasool or Timepass?
Jurassic World Rebirth is a dhamakedaar ride that delivers on dino mayhem but trips over its own script. The action is mast, the cast is shandaar, and the visuals are mostly dumdaar, but the story feels like a remixed version of the same old Jurassic formula. For Indian audiences, it’s a perfect weekend watch with the family, especially if you’re craving a masala blockbuster with roaring dinosaurs and emo-shunal moments. Just don’t expect the awe of the original Jurassic Park. Yeh film dil ko chhoo leti hai, par dimaag ko thodi si chot bhi deti hai.
So, grab your samosas, book your tickets, and head to the nearest theatre for some dino-sized fun. Jurassic World Rebirth might not reinvent the franchise, but it’s got enough josh to keep you entertained. Kya bolte ho, dino fans? Ready for the next Jurassic adventure?
Rating: 3.5/5 | Watch it for: Mosasaurus chase, T-rex raft scene, and Scarlett’s swag.
Sources: Reviews from Rotten Tomatoes, The Hindu, Times of India, and posts on X.
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