Mission Raniganj is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language disaster film directed by Tinu Suresh Desai and produced by Pooja Entertainment. It is based on the Raniganj Coalfields collapse of 1989 in West Bengal. The film stars Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra.

The film tells the story of Jaswant Singh Gill, a brave and diligent mining engineer from IIT Dhanbad who rescued 65 trapped miners at the Raniganj Coalfields in 1989.

The film begins with Jaswant Singh Gill (Akshay Kumar) working as a mining engineer at the Raniganj Coalfields in West Bengal. He is a dedicated and hardworking engineer who is always looking for ways to improve safety at the mines.

One day, a massive landslide occurs at the mine, trapping 65 miners underground. Jaswant Singh Gill is one of the first responders to the scene, and he immediately begins to lead the rescue effort.

Gill and his team work tirelessly to reach the trapped miners. They face many challenges, including a lack of equipment and the threat of further landslides. However, Gill's determination and leadership eventually pay off, and he is able to rescue all 65 miners.

Mission Raniganj is a powerful and inspiring film that celebrates the courage and sacrifice of Jaswant Singh Gill. It is a reminder that even in the face of great adversity, it is possible to achieve great things.

The film was released on October 6, 2023, and received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film for its emotional impact and Akshay Kumar's performance, while others criticized the film for its unrealistic portrayal of the rescue effort.

Reception

Mission Raniganj received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film for its emotional impact and Akshay Kumar's performance, while others criticized the film for its unrealistic portrayal of the rescue effort.

Positive reviews

• The Hindu gave the film a rating of 3.5 out of 5, calling it a "powerful and inspiring film that celebrates the courage and sacrifice of Jaswant Singh Gill."
• The Times of India gave the film a rating of 3.5 out of 5, saying that it is a "well-made film with strong performances from Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra."
• The Indian Express gave the film a rating of 3 out of 5, calling it a "gripping and emotional film that is sure to leave a lasting impression."

Negative reviews

• The Indian Express gave the film a rating of 2 out of 5, saying that it is "a well-intentioned film that is let down by its unrealistic portrayal of the rescue effort."
• The Hindustan Times gave the film a rating of 2 out of 5, saying that it is "a formulaic disaster film that fails to live up to its potential."
• The Telegraph gave the film a rating of 1.5 out of 5, calling it a "disappointing film that is more interested in spectacle than in telling a real story."

Box office

Mission Raniganj was a box office success, grossing over ₹1.2 billion worldwide. It was the second highest-grossing Hindi film of 2023.