Commercial and Critical Reception
Sarkar was an above average success at the box office and was greeted very well by critics. Critics liked the way the movie indigenised The Godfather and introduced a political angle to it. The actors, particularly the trio of Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Kay Kay Menon, were lavished with praise for their controlled yet intense performances. Abhishek Bachchan in particular, was rewarded for his portrayal as a son who is inexperienced but enters an unknown world so as to save his father. He won the following awards:
- Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award
- Zee Cine Award Best Actor in a Supporting Role - Male
- IIFA Award for Best Supporting Actor
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