The Expressions! Fire 🔥” Netizens Applaud Sidhant’s Powerful Portrayal of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in Freedom At Midnight Season 2

Actor Sidhant is receiving widespread praise from audiences and the film industry alike for his portrayal of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in Freedom At Midnight Season 2. Ever since the series began streaming, social media has been buzzing with admiration for the actor’s nuanced performance, with viewers applauding his attention to detail from his physicality and walk to his dialogue delivery and emotional restraint.
Netizens, in particular, have flooded Sidhant’s comment sections with glowing reviews, calling his portrayal impactful, authentic, and deeply moving. Many viewers feel that he has successfully embodied not just the look of India’s first Prime Minister, but also the immense responsibility and emotional weight Nehru carried during a defining phase of the nation’s history.

Here’s what neitizens have to say – one viewer wrote, “The tension and emotion in your voice at that very moment and at that very scene is commendable! 👏 @sidhant,” highlighting the gravitas he brought to the role. Another fan praised his dedication and journey, commenting, “All the hard work, detachment from social media are now finally paying off! It’s now your performance that is doing all the talking! So proud of you! ❤️”
Several admirers were especially struck by his expressions and screen presence, with comments like “The Expressions! Fire 🔥” and “You were just brilliant” dominating the discussion. Long-time fans also acknowledged his growth as an actor. “I have been watching you since 2016. You’ve come a longgggg way and I’m so proud of you,” read one heartfelt note.
The appreciation extends beyond netizens, with filmmaker Nikkhil Advani resharing praise for the performance, while casting director Vaibhav Vishant and writer Arpita Chatterjee also lauded the cast and the emotional impact of the series.

Streaming on Sony LIV, Freedom At Midnight Season 2 explores the aftermath of India’s Independence, placing Pandit Nehru at the heart of its narrative. For Sidhant, the role marks a major career milestone, reinforcing his ability to shoulder complex, historically significant characters with depth and conviction.