Vedaa

Vedaa Berwa, a Dalit law student, lives with her family in Barmer, Rajasthan, where Jitendar Pratap Singh is the chief of 150 villages. Vedaa is always being abused and tortured by the upper-caste people due to caste discrimination. Vedaa learns that Jitendra's brother Suyog Pratap Singh has organized a boxing club at the college and decides to train herself in boxing to protect her family.

Major Abhimanyu Kanwar is court-martialed by the Indian Army for disobeying orders to bring Ilyas Kashmiri, a terrorist, alive. Abhimanyu killed Ilyas Kashmiri as he was responsible for the death of Abhimanyu's wife Raashi. Abhimanyu arrives at Raashi's village in Barmer and joins as an assistant sports coach in Vedaa's college. Vedaa is not allowed to enroll in boxing due to her caste and gender, but Abhimanyu sees a spark in Vedaa and begins to train her secretly.

Meanwhile, Vedaa's brother Vinod Berwa is in love with Arati, an upper-caste woman, and they maintain their relationship secretly, but they are caught and a kangaroo court punishes Vinod. Despite this, Vinod elopes with Arati and get married. Jitendar tricks Vinod and Arati into returning to Barmer and has them slaughtered. Vedaa's sister Gehna gets burnt alive, but Vedaa escapes and seeks the help of Abhimanyu, who vows to protect Vedaa.

Vedaa decides to leave for the city court and file a case against Jitendar under Dalit Protection Act. They escape and manages to eradicate Jitendra's men, which includes corrupt cops, goons and Suyog. Vedaa and Abhimanyu reach the court, where Jitendra and his men attack them. Vedaa pleads for her rights before the judges, who agrees. Abhimanyu manages to kill Jitendar, but succumbs to his injuries, thus fulfilling his vow of protecting Vedaa.

{{cast list|

• John Abraham as Abhimanyu Kanwar, a former Indian Army Major
• Sharvari as Vedaa Berwa
• Abhishek Banerjee as Jitendar Pratap Singh
• Ashish Vidyarthi as Kaka
• Kumud Mishra as Mausaji
• Rajendra Chawla as Vedaa's father
• Tanvi Malhara as Gehna, Vedaa's sister
• Anurag Thakur as Vinod, Vedaa's elder brother
• Urvashi Dubey as Aarti, Vinod's fiancèe
• Rajoshri Vidyarthi as Vedaa's mother
• Parag Sharma as Sunehre
• Danish Husain as Mountbatten
• Kapil Nirmal as API Bhimsen Purohit
• Ajeet Singh Palawat as ASI Raghu Meena
• K. C. Shankar as C. O. Bharadwaj
• Kshitij Chauhan as Suyog Pratap Singh
• Akshay Sharma as Raj Kishore, Suyog's gang member
• Toshab Bagri as Bhanu Singh, Suyog's gang member
• Abhishek Deswal as Major Deepanshu
• Paritosh Sand as Headmaster Uttamlal Singh
• Gowhar Khan as Ilyas Kashmiri
• Nirmal Chaudhury as Mr Meghwal
• Manu Shekhar as Reporter Faisal
• Monisha Advani as judge

• Tamannaah Bhatia as Raashi Kanwar, Abhimanyu's wife{{Cite web |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Twitter Review: Tamannaah Bhatia's special role in John Abraham's action film surprises netizens |url=https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/vedaa-twitter-review-tamannaah-bhatias-special-role-in-john-abrahams-action-film-surprises-netizens-article-12797197.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815030805/https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/vedaa-twitter-review-tamannaah-bhatias-special-role-in-john-abrahams-action-film-surprises-netizens-article-12797197.html |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=Moneycontrol}}
• Mouni Roy in the song "Mummy Ji"{{Cite web |last=Chowdhury |first=Madhumanti Pait |date=1 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Trailer: John Abraham Mentors Sharvari In The Fight Against Oppression |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/vedaa-trailer-john-abraham-mentors-sharvari-in-the-fight-against-oppression-6241167 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240801144638/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/vedaa-trailer-john-abraham-mentors-sharvari-in-the-fight-against-oppression-6241167 |archive-date=1 August 2024 |access-date=1 August 2024 |website=ndtv.com}}

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The filming began on 20 June 2023 in Rajasthan.{{Cite web |date=21 June 2023 |title=John Abraham, Sharvari Wagh to lead Nikkhil Advani's 'Vedaa' |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-to-lead-nikkhil-advanis-vedaa/article66993690.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230701160739/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-to-lead-nikkhil-advanis-vedaa/article66993690.ece |archive-date=1 July 2023 |access-date=16 March 2024 |website=The Hindu}}{{Cite web |date=13 July 2023 |title=Tamannaah Bhatia joins John Abraham, Sharvari Wagh in 'Vedaa' |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/tamannaah-bhatia-joins-john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-in-vedaa/article67074769.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240325184948/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/tamannaah-bhatia-joins-john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-in-vedaa/article67074769.ece |archive-date=25 March 2024 |access-date=25 March 2024 |website=The Hindu}} The shoot was wrapped up in Kashmir in December 2023.{{Cite web |date=13 December 2023 |title=Kashmir is beautiful and fantastic, please come: John Abraham after wrapping 'Vedaa' shoot |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/kashmir-is-beautiful-and-fantastic-please-come-john-abraham-after-wrapping-vedaa-shoot-2808912 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240325184948/https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/kashmir-is-beautiful-and-fantastic-please-come-john-abraham-after-wrapping-vedaa-shoot-2808912 |archive-date=25 March 2024 |access-date=25 March 2024 |website=Deccan Herald}} The makers of the film announced their concerns on 25 July 2024 via social media that the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had not yet screened the film, despite the application being submitted a month earlier. Following that, it was noted that the CBFC's Examining Committee viewed the film on 22 June, but feedback was not provided to the makers until the film was referred to the Revising Committee on 25 June.{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=26 July 2024 |title=EXCLUSIVE: Vedaa's screening for CBFC's Revising Committee to be held on Monday, July 29; Nikkhil Advani shares details: "Since I had an extremely incredible experience with the Censors during Batla House and Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway, I am stunned this time": Bollywood News |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-vedaas-screening-cbfcs-revising-committee-held-monday-july-29-nikkhil-advani-shares-details-since-extremely-incredible-experience-th/ |access-date=27 July 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}{{Cite web |last=HT Entertainment Desk |date=25 July 2024 |title=Vedaa: Makers of John Abraham-starrer release official statement as film yet to get clearance from CBFC |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/vedaa-makers-of-john-abraham-starrer-release-official-statement-as-film-yet-to-get-clearance-from-cbfc-101721912876908.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240727051028/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/vedaa-makers-of-john-abraham-starrer-release-official-statement-as-film-yet-to-get-clearance-from-cbfc-101721912876908.html |archive-date=27 July 2024 |access-date=27 July 2024 |website=Hindustan Times}} The Revising Committee screened the film on 29 July, which led to the deletion of 9.14 minutes and the implementation of certain changes. After these modifications, Vedaa was granted a U/A certificate on 6 August 2024, with a final runtime of 151 minutes.{{Cite news |date=7 August 2024 |title=EXCLUSIVE: CBFC deletes 9.14 minutes of content from John Abraham-starrer Vedaa; blurs visuals of tearing of currency notes |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-cbfc-deletes-9-14-minutes-content-john-abraham-starrer-vedaa-blurs-visuals-tearing-currency-notes/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240807131549/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-cbfc-deletes-9-14-minutes-content-john-abraham-starrer-vedaa-blurs-visuals-tearing-currency-notes/ |archive-date=7 August 2024 |access-date=7 August 2024 |work=Bollywood Hungama |language=en-IN}}{{Cite web |last=Shaikh |first=Samina |date=29 July 2024 |title=John Abraham And Sharvari Wagh's Vedaa Gets U/A Certificate With No Cuts |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/john-abraham-and-sharvari-waghs-vedaa-gets-u/a-certificate-with-no-cuts-article-112114349 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20240729160009/https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/john-abraham-and-sharvari-waghs-vedaa-gets-u/a-certificate-with-no-cuts-article-112114349 |archive-date=29 July 2024 |access-date=29 July 2024 |website=Times Now}}

{{Infobox album

| name = Vedaa

| year = 2024

| type = soundtrack

| artist = Amaal Mallik, Manan Bhardwaj, Yuva and Raghav–Arjun

| released = 13 August 2024

| genre = Feature film soundtrack

| length = 25:03

| language = Hindi

| label = Zee Music Company

| misc = {{External music video

| header = Official audio

| {{YouTube|OQ4EQ48T08c&pp|Vedaa (Audio Jukebox)}}}}

}}

The music of the film is composed by Amaal Mallik, Manan Bhardwaj, Yuva and Raghav–Arjun while the background score is completed by Kartik Shah. The first single titled "Holiyaan" was released on 3 August 2024.{{Cite web |last=Features |first=CE |date=3 August 2024 |title='Holiyaan': Sharvari exudes colourful charm in first song from John Abraham's Vedaa |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/hindi/news/2024/Aug/03/holiyaan-sharvari-exudes-colourful-charm-in-first-song-from-john-abrahams-vedaa |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240803075756/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/hindi/news/2024/Aug/03/holiyaan-sharvari-exudes-colourful-charm-in-first-song-from-john-abrahams-vedaa |archive-date=3 August 2024 |access-date=3 August 2024 |website=Cinema Express}} The second single titled "Mummy Ji" was released on 7 August 2024.{{Cite web |last=Roy |first=Sagarika |date=7 August 2024 |title=Vedaa song Mummy Ji: Mouni Roy sets the dance floor on fire with her electrifying moves |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/vedaa-song-mummy-ji-mouni-roy-sets-the-dance-floor-on-fire-with-her-electrifying-moves/cid/2039284 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240807162053/https://www.telegraphindia.com/entertainment/vedaa-song-mummy-ji-mouni-roy-sets-the-dance-floor-on-fire-with-her-electrifying-moves/cid/2039284 |archive-date=7 August 2024 |access-date=7 August 2024 |website=The Telegraph}} The third single titled "Zaroorat Se Zyada" was released on 10 August 2024.{{Cite web |last=Singh |first=Nisha |date=10 August 2024 |title=Zaroorat Se Zyada OUT: John Abraham grieves loss of his love in heart-wrenching track co-starring Tamannaah Bhatia |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/vedaa-first-song-zaroorat-se-zyada-out-john-abraham-grieves-loss-of-his-love-in-heart-wrenching-track-co-starring-tamannaah-bhatia-1337752 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240810130528/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/vedaa-first-song-zaroorat-se-zyada-out-john-abraham-grieves-loss-of-his-love-in-heart-wrenching-track-co-starring-tamannaah-bhatia-1337752 |archive-date=10 August 2024 |access-date=10 August 2024 |website=Pinkvilla}} The entire album featuring 6 tracks was released on 13 August 2024.{{Cite web |title=Vedaa |url=https://wynk.in/music/album/vedaa/zm_8909024042527 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240813164114/https://wynk.in/music/album/vedaa/zm_8909024042527 |archive-date=13 August 2024 |access-date=13 August 2024 |website=Wynk Music}}

The song "Holiyaan," from the album Bichhuda, sung by Ila Arun is recreated for the film.{{cite web |title=Vedaa's Holiyaan OUT: Sharvari Wagh's high-energy dance performance in peppy new track will get you rolling for the festival of colors |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/vedaas-holiyaan-out-sharvari-waghs-high-energy-dance-performance-in-peppy-new-track-will-get-you-rolling-for-the-festival-of-colors-1335215 |website=Pinkvilla |date=3 August 2024 |language=en |access-date=7 November 2024}}

{{Track listing

| headline = Tracks

| extra_column = Singer(s)

| title1 = Zaroorat Se Zyada

| extra1 = Arijit Singh

| lyrics1 = Kunaal Vermaa

| music1 = Amaal Mallik

| length1 = 5:36

| title2 = Holiyaan

| extra2 = Nikhita Gandhi, Asha Sapera, MC Square

| lyrics2 = Arushi Kaushal, MC Square

| music2 = Yuva

| length2 = 3:05

| title3 = Dhaage

| extra3 = Raghav–Arjun, Raghav Chaitanya

| lyrics3 = Raghav–Arjun

| music3 = Raghav–Arjun

| length3 = 3:34

| title4 = Mummy Ji

| extra4 = Prajakta Shukre, Himani Kapoor, Manan Bhardwaj

| lyrics4 = Manan Bhardwaj

| music4 = Manan Bhardwaj

| length4 = 3:22

| title5 = Zaroorat Se Zyada

| note5 = Female Version

| extra5 = Shreya Ghoshal

| lyrics5 = Kunaal Vermaa

| music5 = Amaal Mallik

| length5 = 5:34

| title6 = Zaroorat Se Zyada

| note6 = Duet

| extra6 = Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal

| lyrics6 = Kunaal Vermaa

| music6 = Amaal Mallik

| length6 = 3:52

| total_length = 25:03

}}

Vedaa was released on 15 August 2024, coinciding with Independence Day, along with dubbed versions of Tamil and Telugu languages.{{Cite web |date=7 February 2024 |title=First look of John Abraham-Sharvari starrer actioner Vedaa out; makers reveal release date of Nikkhil Advani directorial. See pics |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/first-look-john-abraham-sharvari-vedaa-nikkhil-advani-see-pics-9148440/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240208165252/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/first-look-john-abraham-sharvari-vedaa-nikkhil-advani-see-pics-9148440/ |archive-date=8 February 2024 |access-date=16 March 2024 |website=The Indian Express}}{{Cite web |date=7 June 2024 |title=John Abraham and Sharvari Wagh starrer Vedaa release date pushed to Independence Day 2024; to now clash with Pushpa 2: The Rule in cinemas |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-starrer-vedaa-release-date-pushed-independence-day-2024-now-clash-pushpa-2-rule-cinemas/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240607102830/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-starrer-vedaa-release-date-pushed-independence-day-2024-now-clash-pushpa-2-rule-cinemas/ |archive-date=7 June 2024 |access-date=7 June 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}

The satellite and digital rights for the film were acquired by Zee Network.{{Cite news |date=7 October 2024 |title=Vedaa OTT release: John Abraham and Akshay Kumar set for another clash this Dussehra? |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/web-series/news/hindi/vedaa-ott-release-john-abraham-and-akshay-kumar-set-for-another-clash-this-dussehra/articleshow/114009473.cms#:~:text=As%20reported%20by%20Dainik%20Jagran,prior%20to%20its%20theatrical%20release |access-date=10 October 2024 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} The film began streaming on ZEE5 from 10 October 2024.{{Cite web |title=John Abraham, Sharvari starrer Vedaa to premiere on ZEE5 on October 10 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/john-abraham-sharvari-starrer-vedaa-premiere-zee5-october-10/ |access-date=9 October 2024 |work=Bollywood Hungama|date=9 October 2024 }}

Vedaa received mixed reviews from critics.{{Cite news |title=Nikkhil Advani admits adding 'masala and action' to Dalit girl's tale in Vedaa was a 'mistake', made it 'impure' |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/nikkhil-advani-admits-adding-masala-and-action-to-dalit-girls-tale-in-vedaa-was-a-mistake-sharvari-john-abraham-101739602054485.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250215084023/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/nikkhil-advani-admits-adding-masala-and-action-to-dalit-girls-tale-in-vedaa-was-a-mistake-sharvari-john-abraham-101739602054485.html |archive-date=15 February 2025 |access-date=15 February 2025 |work=Hindustan Times |quote=The film received mixed reviews from critics and failed to perform at the box office.}} {{Rotten Tomatoes prose|44|5.6|9|ref=yes|access-date=19 August 2024}}

Deepa Gahlot of Rediff.com rated 3/5 stars and notes "Vedaa is realistic but also has the kind of mainstream elements and action sequences that make a film gripping."{{Cite news |last=Gahlot |first=Deepa |author-link=Deepa Gahlot |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Review: Action Packed Caste Drama |url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/review/vedaa-review/20240815.htm |work=Rediff.com |access-date=20 August 2024 |archive-date=15 August 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815215159/https://m.rediff.com/movies/review/vedaa-review/20240815.htm |url-status=live}}{{rating|3|5}}

A critic for Bollywood Hungama rated the film 2.5 stars out of 5 and wrote, "Vedaa is a predictable fare with a weak climax and an unremarkable second half."{{Cite news |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Movie Review: VEDAA is a predictable fare with a weak climax. |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/vedaa/critic-review/vedaa-movie-review/vedaa-is-a-predictable-fare-with-a-weak-climax/ |work=Bollywood Hungama |access-date=20 August 2024 |archive-date=18 August 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240818220347/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/vedaa/critic-review/vedaa-movie-review/vedaa-is-a-predictable-fare-with-a-weak-climax/ |url-status=live}}{{rating|2.5|5}} Rishabh Suri of the Hindustan Times commented, "John Abraham and Sharvari{{'s}} thriller on caste system gets you thinking, delivers a hard-hitting message." He opined that the film marks a significant shift for director Nikhil Advani, tackling the heavy themes of casteism and honour killings with a blend of action and drama, although it falters with unrealistic character survivals and weak music. While John Abraham delivers a passable performance as a grieving officer, Sharvari shines in her role as the resilient titular character, culminating in a climactic court battle that effectively highlights the film's core message.{{Cite web |last=Suri |first=Rishabh |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa review: John Abraham and Sharvari's thriller on caste system gets you thinking, delivers a hard-hitting message |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/vedaa-review-john-abraham-sharvari-s-thriller-on-caste-system-gets-you-thinking-delivers-a-hard-hitting-message-101723703719574.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815102527/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/vedaa-review-john-abraham-sharvari-s-thriller-on-caste-system-gets-you-thinking-delivers-a-hard-hitting-message-101723703719574.html |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=Hindustan Times}} Lachmi Deb Roy of Firstpost gave the film 3/5 stars, remarking, "Flawed, but a brave film on Dalit rights." She pointed out that the film tackles the pressing issue of Dalit rights with a compelling narrative; yet, its impact is diminished by excessive violence overshadowing the social message. While John Abraham delivers a predictable performance, it is Sharvari and Abhishek Banerjee who shine, bringing depth to their roles in a film that ultimately leaves the audience reflecting on societal inequalities.{{Cite web |last=Roy |first=Lachmi Deb |date=15 August 2024 |title=John Abraham, Sharvari's Vedaa Movie Review: Flawed, but a brave film on Dalit rights |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/john-abraham-sharvaris-vedaa-movie-review-could-have-been-an-apt-independence-day-release-but-13804736.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815102522/https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/john-abraham-sharvaris-vedaa-movie-review-could-have-been-an-apt-independence-day-release-but-13804736.html |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=Firstpost}}

Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV India rated the film 2.5/5 stars, commenting, "John Abraham's film manages occasionally to tide over its troughs." According to him, the film is a caste oppression thriller that stands out in mainstream Bollywood by centring on a young Dalit woman's struggle for dignity and equality, with John Abraham's character supporting her quest. Despite its reliance on genre tropes and a somewhat diluted narrative, the film effectively highlights the harsh realities of caste violence while showcasing strong performances, particularly from Sharvari as the determined protagonist.{{Cite web |last=Chatterjee |first=Saibal |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Review: John Abraham's Film Manages Occasionally To Tide Over Its Troughs |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/vedaa-review-john-abrahams-film-manages-occasionally-to-tide-over-its-troughs-2-5-stars-6341765 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815102522/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/vedaa-review-john-abrahams-film-manages-occasionally-to-tide-over-its-troughs-2-5-stars-6341765 |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=ndtv.com}}{{rating|2.5|5}} Sana Farzeen of India Today gave the film 2.5 stars, stating, "John Abraham's film makes you wish for a fast-forward button." She noted that the film attempts to tackle the significant issue of caste in India but ultimately falters due to a slow pace and underdeveloped character arcs, particularly in Sharvari's titular role. While John Abraham shines in action sequences, the film lacks impactful moments and emotional depth, making it a forgettable experience despite its noble intentions.{{Cite web |last=Farzeen |first=Sana |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Review: John Abraham's film makes you wish for a fast-forward button |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/vedaa-movie-review-john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-slow-pace-rating-2582549-2024-08-15 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815102524/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/vedaa-movie-review-john-abraham-sharvari-wagh-slow-pace-rating-2582549-2024-08-15 |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=India Today}}{{rating|2.5|5}} Troy Ribeiro of The Free Press Journal gave 2.5/5 stars and wrote "It’s a mixed bag—a cinematic attempt to grapple with weighty issues while delivering the action-packed thrills that John Abraham fans expect. The result is a film that entertains but falls short of providing a knockout blow, leaving the audience with a lingering sense that the fight, much like Vedaa’s journey, isn’t quite over yet."{{Cite web |title=Vedaa Review: John Abraham and Sharvari's Film is an Action-Heavy Mixed Bag of Melodrama |url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/movie-review/vedaa-review-john-abraham-and-sharvaris-film-is-an-action-heavy-mixed-bag-of-melodrama |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240818163611/https://www.freepressjournal.in/movie-review/vedaa-review-john-abraham-and-sharvaris-film-is-an-action-heavy-mixed-bag-of-melodrama |archive-date=18 August 2024 |access-date=16 August 2024}}{{rating|2.5|5}}

Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express rated the film 2/5 stars, commenting, "Sharvari breaks the mould as John Abraham gets to slice and dice." In her view, the film presents a commendable yet flawed narrative centered on a young Dalit woman's struggle against caste oppression but ultimately succumbs to the conventional Bollywood trope of sidelining its female lead in favour of male heroism. Despite Sharvari's strong performance and the film's poignant moments, the predictable plot and character arcs dilute its impact, leaving audiences questioning whether Vedaa's journey truly receives the focus it deserves.{{Cite web |last=Gupta |first=Shubhra |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa movie review: Sharvari breaks the mould as John Abraham gets to slice and dice |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/vedaa-movie-review-john-abraham-slice-and-dice-sharvari-breaks-the-mould-9515366/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815102616/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/vedaa-movie-review-john-abraham-slice-and-dice-sharvari-breaks-the-mould-9515366/ |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=The Indian Express}}{{rating|2|5}} Sreeparna Sengupta of The Times of India gave the film 3.5/5 stars, stating, "Film with a message, packed with a solid punch." She noted that the film effectively combines a compelling narrative against caste-based injustices with high-octane action, showcasing John Abraham's impressive physicality and Sharvari's emotional depth as the title character. While the film occasionally falls into predictable tropes and features a convoluted climax, its gritty atmosphere and adrenaline-pumping sequences make it an engaging watch.{{Cite web |last=Sengupta |first=Sreeparna |date=15 August 2024 |title=Vedaa Movie Review: Film with a message, packed with a solid punch |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/vedaa/movie-review/112523837.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815030854/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/vedaa/movie-review/112523837.cms |archive-date=15 August 2024 |access-date=15 August 2024 |website=The Times of India}}{{rating|3.5|5}} Anuj Kumar of The Hindu wrote "Despite a solid turn by Sharvari, Nikkhil Advani’s attempt to give a real social issue a larger-than-life treatment creates an uneven impact."{{Cite news |last=Kumar |first=Anuj |date=15 August 2024 |title='Vedaa' movie review: John Abraham's socially-conscious action entertainer does not stay the distance |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/vedaa-movie-review-john-abrahams-socially-conscious-action-entertainer-does-not-stay-the-distance/article68528589.ece |access-date=10 October 2024 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}} Amit Bhatia of ABP Live wrote "Nikhil Advani’s direction is commendable, but after a strong start, the film could have achieved more. Unfortunately, it falls short in the second half, which could have been significantly better with more effort. Overall, the movie is still enjoyable. Shawari and the film's subject deserve extra recognition."{{Cite web |last=भाटीया |first=अमित |date=15 August 2024 |title=शर्वरी...पोरी जिंकलस! कसा आहे 'वेदा'? वाचा मु्व्ही रिव्ह्यू? |url=https://marathi.abplive.com/movie-review/entertainment/movie-review-vedaa-movie-review-john-abraham-sharvari-starrer-action-movie-sharvari-impressive-acting-in-vedaa-1305737 |access-date=10 October 2024 |website=marathi.abplive.com |language=mr}}

Vedaa grossed ₹6.52 crore on its opening day at the domestic box office.{{Cite web |last=India Today Entertainment Desk |date=16 August 2024 |title=Vedaa box office Day 1: John Abraham's film earns Rs 6.52 crore |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/vedaa-box-office-collection-day-1-john-abraham-film-beats-akshay-kumar-khel-khel-mein-earns-rs-65-crore-2582955-2024-08-16 |access-date=18 August 2024 |website=India Today}} As of 30 August 2024, the film has grossed an estimated ₹25.93 crore at the worldwide box office.

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