Hichki is a genuinely earnest film made with heart. But it doesn't take enough risks and consequently doesn't touch a raw nerve.

At times Hichki feels too righteous...Fortunately the story is strongly underlined by the instances of the resourcefulness of the students and the idea that education should not be a one-size-fits-all concept.

Yes there are some laudable issues that are raised here...but the film doesn't go past the facile commentary; a very deliberate righteousness and piety, ingrained in the narrative, detracting rather than reinforcing the significant issue of inclusion.

This heartwarming Indian drama brings important issues to the forefront in a simple yet effective way.