The film centers on a cross-class romance, focusing heavily on identity and social mobility within India. While not overtly shoehorning modern ideological themes, it does slightly prioritize narrative on the basis of breaking traditional barriers. Characters are mostly fleshed out, avoiding unrealistic attributes, but the premise leans into progressive ideas, which can feel a bit forced at times.

‘Sir’ subtly challenges social and cultural hierarchies, putting emphasis on individual dreams over class-bound tradition. Although it never harshly criticizes family or religion, it does depict traditional roles, especially around class and gender, as limitations to be overcome. Still, this is done more with nuance than outright mockery.

The story mostly presents a sympathetic view of those who want to break free from traditional social constraints, marginalizing conservative viewpoints. Those supporting traditional values are shown as obstacles, lacking much nuance, but not as outright villains. Diversity of opinion within the story is somewhat limited.