"It is a very intelligent film with a great way of storytelling and brilliant acting," said Mayank Shekhar, Film Critic

"It started with 60 per cent on Friday but the film being so good, the figures went up to 90 per cent on Saturday and 100 per cent on Sunday almost in all parts of the country," said Amod Mehra, Trade Analyst, Film Critic.

The tale of an underdog coach and his team of 16 girls has struck a chord not just with audiences but critics as well.

"It is a very intelligent film with a great way of storytelling and brilliant acting," said Mayank Shekhar, Film Critic.

It is also a much-needed change of pace for Yashraj whose last few films have not fared terribly well- perhaps just another reason for them to say chak de!.

By: Eishita Chaturvedi | Source: NDTV