Nadaaniyan (2025) MOVIE REVIEW| Girish

Introduction

Nadaaniyan (2025), a Bollywood romantic comedy directed by Shauna Gautam, marks the big-screen debut of Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Released on Netflix on March 7, 2025, the film promised a light-hearted love story but failed to impress both critics and audiences.

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Plot Summary (Spoiler-Free)

Pia Jaisingh (Khushi Kapoor), a privileged South Delhi teenager, hires Arjun Mehta (Ibrahim Ali Khan), a middle-class scholarship student, to pretend to be her boyfriend. While the story sets up a fun, opposites-attract romance, the predictable screenplay and lack of emotional depth make it underwhelming.

Critical Review

1. Story & Screenplay

The film attempts to be a breezy, modern-day rom-com but lacks originality. The plot is a rehash of classic Bollywood tropes without a fresh perspective. Critics, including Scroll.in, called it "breezy and quickly forgettable," while NDTV labeled it "passably lively but spectacularly shallow."

2. Performances

• Khushi Kapoor: Despite her screen presence, she struggles with depth in emotional scenes.
• Ibrahim Ali Khan: His debut performance is wooden, and his chemistry with Kapoor feels forced.
• Supporting Cast: A few comic relief moments work, but they can't save the weak screenplay.

3. Direction & Cinematography

Shauna Gautam’s direction focuses heavily on visual aesthetics, but the film lacks emotional engagement. The cinematography captures Delhi’s elite world well but doesn't add much substance.

4. Music & Background Score

The soundtrack is forgettable, with no standout songs. The background score tries to uplift weak moments but doesn’t leave a lasting impact.

Audience Reactions & Social Media Buzz

• Reddit Reviews: "A snooze fest. Couldn't even finish it."
• Twitter/X Users: Some praised the glamorous production, but most called it "shallow and boring."
• IMDb Rating: A disappointing 4.3/10 (as of March 2025).

Pros & Cons

✅ Visually appealing, stylish costumes
✅ Easy watch for rom-com lovers
❌ Weak storytelling and predictable plot
❌ Lack of emotional connection between characters
❌ Performances fail to leave an impact

Final Verdict: Should You Watch It?

If you enjoy glossy Bollywood rom-coms, you might give Nadaaniyan a try. But if you're looking for depth, skip it and watch classics like Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na instead.

⭐ Rating: 2/5

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