The film is based on the real-life 2019 revocation of special status for Jammu and Kashmir.
Upon release, Article 370 opened to mixed-to-positive reviews. On , it holds a rating of 7.8/10 (as of June 2026). Critics lauded Yami Gautam’s career-best performance, with The Indian Express calling it “a taut, gripping drama that never overstays its welcome.” However, Scroll.in argued that the film “sacrifices nuance for jingoism.” The film is based on the real-life 2019