19 Sep 2025 : I revisited Jolly LLB 1 and 2 as a refresher before walking into Jolly LLB 3. This is a franchise that has never leaned on song and dance routines, macho swagger, or cameos. Its strength lies in compelling plots and strong performances.
The big question then is: does the third installment match the benchmark set by its predecessors?
All about Jolly LLB 3
Subhash Kapoor returns as writer-director, once again helming the courtroom chaos. This time the case isn’t a hit-and-run or a fake encounter. Instead, the story kicks off with the suicide of a farmer in Rajasthan after losing his land. The plot, based on the 2011 land acquisition protests in Uttar Pradesh, quickly escalates. At the heart of it is Haribhai Khetan (Gajraj Rao), India’s richest businessman, who dreams of building a “Bikaner to Boston” township on the seized land. Both Jollys, Arshad Warsi and Akshay Kumar, find themselves entangled in the case, setting the stage for a fiery legal duel.
Kapoor doesn’t stray far from the familiar template. The characters slip back into their roles, which immediately puts the audience at ease. The plot is straightforward and the first half breezes along, though the scene right before the interval, meant to land with impact, falls flat.
Sharp second half
The second half is where the stakes rise. After the groundwork, we finally see how justice is pursued. The music is a drawback here. A sentimental track feels unnecessary, weighing the narrative down.
The writing is sharp in parts, peppered with humor and cheeky real-life nods, including a thinly veiled reference to a certain businessman “VM” who fled to London after defaulting on massive loans. These touches keep the satire alive.
Summary : Jolly LLB 3 delivers an engaging courtroom drama with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi excelling. However, Saurabh Shukla’s performance stands out, stealing the audience’s attention throughout.