Citadel: Honey Bunny, streaming on Amazon Prime, is the Indian installment of the Citadel franchise. Directed by Raj & DK and featuring Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in lead roles, the series blends espionage, action, and family drama in an accessible and entertaining format.

The story alternates between two timelines: the 1990s, when Honey (played by Samantha) discovers Bunny (Varun Dhawan) is a secret agent, and the early 2000s, focusing on their survival alongside their daughter Nadia (played by Kashvi Majmundar). The nonlinear narrative allows for moments of suspense and character depth, with standout action scenes and emotional arcs.

Performances are a highlight, with Varun Dhawan excelling in physical sequences and Samantha delivering a compelling portrayal of a spy and mother. Kashvi Majmundar surprises with her nuanced portrayal of Nadia. However, the series occasionally struggles with balancing its identity as part of the larger Citadel universe and its standalone story.

For those who enjoy Raj & DK’s previous works like The Family Man, this series offers a slightly less layered but interesting nonetheless alternative. It’s an enjoyable, addition to the spy genre and the growing Citadel franchise .