Thumbs up, by Subhask K Jha, Apun Ka Choice : ...the film follows a scattered craggy path culminating in a finale which doesn't quite hold up, but nonetheless offers us a heartwarming insight into the harsh reality of life in many parts of rural India ... full review

Thumbs up, by Taran Adarsh, Bollywood Hungama : ...Panda is one amongst a handful of film-makers who has the skills to formulate a statement most understatedly.... full review

Thumbs up, by Keyrun Rao, Bollywood Life : ...an educational entertainer that packs a punch... full review

Thumbs up, by Nandita Dutta, DearCinema : ...The characters in the film are endearing and natural... full review

Thumbs up, by Smita, Desi Martini : ...Jalpari is a childrens movie with an adult message and it manages to combine the two quite well without being preachy... full review

Thumbs up, Free Press Journal : ...Nila Madhav Pandas tempered narrative flows smoothly from event to event without being preachy or heavy handed.... full review

Thumbs up, by Shaheen Parkar, MiD DAY : ...Though there may not be any fancy production values, the adventure and mystery keep it going... full review

Thumbs up, by Aakash Barvalia, MoviezADDA : ...should appeal to both, adults and children... full review

Thumbs up, by Mansha Rastogi, Now Running.com : ...Jalpari doesn't quite match up the brilliance of I Am Kalam, but still remains an endearing watch. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Namrata Joshi, Outlook India : ...Warm and empathetic: an engaging story which sustains the viewer’s, especially children’s, interest ... full review

Thumbs up, by K N Gupta, SmasHits.com : ...A must watch!... full review

Thumbs up, by Sonia Chopra, Star Blockbuster : ...Lehar Khan who plays the feisty Shreya is simply superb... full review

Thumbs up, by Swati Rohatgi, STARDUST : ...Nila showcases his prowess over extracting commendable performances from his actor.... full review

Thumbs up, by Madhureeta Mukherjee, Times of India : ... Krishang Trivedi adds dollops of cuteness, and Harsh Mayar adapts perfectly to this rural-setting and is entertaining as the gaon-ka-chhota-gunda. ... full review

So-So, by Mayank Shekhar, theW14.com : ... Leave aside some loud acting, or poor casting choices (the children in particular), a few odd notes here and there (an over-informative background score, for one), the audience is reasonably entertained. ... full review