πππ (3/5)
Well, well, well, here we are again, darlings. Itβs your favorite cynic, Review Rani, ready to dish out another dose of my deliciously dry humor. This time, Iβm sinking my teeth into the latest Hindi film, βIshq Vishk Reboundβ. Letβs see if itβs as refreshing as a cool Mumbai monsoon, or as disappointing as a soggy samosa.
So, the story spins around three inseparable buddies, Raghav (Rohit Saraf), Sanya (Pashmina Roshan), and Sahir (Jibraan Khan), whoβre stuck in a romantic Bermuda Triangle, just without the disappearing planes and spooky stuff. π Sanya and Sahirβs relationship is on and off more times than a faulty light bulb. Raghav, the third wheel, is dragged into their emotional rollercoaster. The poor guy then finds himself entwined in a rebound romance with Sanya, following a breakup with his girlfriend, Riya (Naila Grrewal). The question is β will this βlove-just-for-the-sake-of-itβ romance ruin their lifelong friendship?
The first half is a laugh-riot with Raghav hilariously trying to balance his friendships and his rebound romance. The comic sequences are a hoot, from Raghav swiping Sahirβs dog (Who does that, really?) to a βhaunting tripβ with Sanya. The film takes a stab at modern love, portraying relationships as baggage-free transactions. But alas, the second half drags like a Bollywood awards ceremony β long and repetitive.
The filmβs music isnβt too shabby with Rochak Kohliβs melodious βRehmatβ, and the remixes of βChot Dil Pe Lagiβ and βIshq Vishk Pyaar Vyaarβ adding some spice. But honestly, they pop up more frequently than my neighborβs annoying cat and break the narrative flow.
Rohit Saraf is the show-stealer with his impeccable comedy timing and a natural on-screen presence. Pashmina Roshan is convincing as a troubled young girl, while Jibraan Khan does a decent job. Naila Grewal, unfortunately, is as underused as a gym membership in January.
So, to sum up, βIshq Vishk Reboundβ is a Gen Z love story, which might leave the older folks scratching their heads. But hey, itβs got a good dose of humor, engaging performances, and itβs entertaining enough for a one-time watch.
Raniβs Wrap-Up: In the end, βIshq Vishk Reboundβ is like a plate of pani puri β tasty and tangy, but leaves you wanting something more satisfying. π½οΈ Until next time, this is Review Rani, signing off with a sarcastic smile and a wave. πββοΈ Stay tuned for more of my hilariously biting reviews, darlings.