Dream Girl 2

Dream Girl 2

Release Date: 25 August 2023

Director: Raaj Shaandilyaa

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Music Director: Meet Bros, Tanishk Bagchi, Arko Pravo Mukherjee, Background , Hitesh Sonik

Box Office: ₹140 crore

Plot Summary: Karamveer "Karam" Singh is a young middle-class man living in Mathura and works as a ''Jagrata'' performer. He has a special talent of perfectly impersonating a female voice. His father Jagjit Singh is in huge debts after borrowing multiple loans and is unable to repay them. He is in a relationship with Pari Srivastava, a lawyer from a wealthy family. Pari's father Jaipal Srivastava says that he will have Pari marry Karam only if he is able to land a high paying job and buy a house of his own, within six months. In order to earn quick money, Karam disguises as a woman going by the alias "Pooja" and becomes a dancer at a bar owned by Sona Bhai. Pari remains unaware of this.Karam's best friend Smiley Singh Dhillon is in love with Sakina, the daughter of the hostile Abu Saleem. Abu says that he will have Sakina marry only after his son Shah Rukh Saleem is married. Shah Rukh is in depression ever since he had a breakup with his lover six months ago. Abu says that he will give a reward of Rs.10 lakhs to the person who manages to get Shah Rukh out of depression. Smiley requests Karam to pose as "Pooja" and pretend to be a psychiatrist for treating Shah Rukh.Karam as "Pooja" manages to cheer Shah Rukh up. Abu is overjoyed and says that he wants "Pooja" to be Shah Rukh's bride and Yusuf Ali Salim Khan, Shah Rukh's wheelchair-bound grandfather says that he will pay "Pooja" Rs. 50 lakhs for her marriage to Shah Rukh. Karam, seeing the opportunity to receive the money, decides to proceed with the wedding, and abscond later. On the first night after the wedding, Yusuf sees "Pooja" urinating like a man and dies of shock.Abu says that as per their family tradition, when someone from the family dies, no family member can marry for the next six months, meaning Smiley cannot marry Sakina. Moreover, before dying Yusuf had written a message on the wall which read - "Daughter-in-law boy". Everyone  assumes that he wanted "Pooja" to give birth to a baby boy as a last wish, putting the pressure on "Pooja" to get pregnant, which would practically be impossible.As "Pooja" cannot go to the bar to dance regularly anymore, Sona Bhai keeps calling her and asking her to come back to work. He also says that he wants to marry her, so that post his divorce, his children do not feel the absence of a mother. Abu's adopted son Shaukya is also attracted to "Pooja" and keeps flirting with her and trying to impress her. Meanwhile, Abu misunderstands that Karam is actually "Pooja"'s brother. Abu's sister Jumani is attracted to Karam and comes to Jagjit to propose her marriage with Karam. Jagjit, who is attracted to her, misunderstands that she is talking about her marriage with himself. He later realises the truth when he goes on to exchange engagement rings with Jumani, and she clears his confusion.One night, while in the bedroom with Shah Rukh,  "Pooja"'s wig comes off revealing Karam's facade. Shah Rukh is shocked and reveals that he is actually gay and Abu forcefully had him break up with his boyfriend so that he can marry a girl instead. Shah Rukh keeps Karam's facade a secret from his family. Sometime later, Jumani asks Karam out on a date and proposes to him with a rose. Pari who happens to be there coincidentally, misunderstands that Karam is cheating on her with Jumani and breaks up with him.As "Pooja" cannot get pregnant, Abu takes her to Baby Baba, a spiritual guru who can miraculously get women to become pregnant. He asks "Pooja" and Shah Rukh to take a dip in the holy Yamuna river. While doing so, "Pooja" escapes, making everyone believe that she has died by drowning and a memorial service is held for her.Karam learns that Pari will marry another man and rushes to the wedding ceremony. He performs a dance as "Pooja", making Pari realise the truth. Karam talks about all the hardships he faced out of his love for Pari and to marry to her. Everyone else also arrives there and all the confusion is cleared. Karam confronts Jaipal about his classist mentality and he realises his mistake and has Karam and Pari marry in a grand ceremony.

Music Director: Meet Bros, Tanishk Bagchi, Arko Pravo Mukherjee, Background , Hitesh Sonik

Box Office: ₹140 crore

Film Review

🌟🌟🌟✨ (3/5 stars)

Introduction:
Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for another round of rib-tickling laughter and gender-bending antics with "Dream Girl 2"! 🎉 Ayushmann Khurrana is back as Pooja, the sultry-voiced phone operator who can charm the pants off anyone, and this time, he's got more tricks up his saree sleeve than a magician at a birthday party. 🎩🪄

Plot:
"Dream Girl 2" follows Karam (Ayushmann Khurrana) as he navigates the hilarious consequences of his alter ego, Pooja, becoming an overnight sensation. 📞💃 The plot thickens like a bowl of overcooked daal when Pooja's admirers start causing chaos in Karam's personal life. The story might feel like a reheated version of the first film, but it still manages to deliver laughs that are fresher than a mint mojito on a summer day. 🌿🍹

Performances:
Ayushmann Khurrana once again proves why he's the king of quirky comedies, effortlessly switching between Karam and Pooja like a chameleon changing colors. 🦎 His comedic timing is sharper than a freshly sharpened pencil, and he carries the film on his shoulders like a pro weightlifter. 💪 Ananya Panday, as Karam's love interest, is as refreshing as a glass of nimbu paani, adding a dash of sweetness to the chaos. 🍋💕

Laughter Quotient:
"Dream Girl 2" is a laughter marathon that will leave your abs aching and your cheeks hurting from all the grinning. The jokes come at you faster than a speeding bullet, and the situational comedy is more twisted than a plate of funky fusion pasta. 🍝😜 The film's humor might not be everyone's cup of tea, but for those who enjoy a good old-fashioned laugh riot, "Dream Girl 2" is the perfect remedy for a gloomy day. ☕😄

Deja Vu Factor:
While "Dream Girl 2" does offer a generous serving of laughs, it can't help but feel like a déjà vu inducing sequel at times. The film follows a formula that's more familiar than your grandma's secret recipe, but Ayushmann Khurrana's charm and the cast's energetic performances keep it from feeling too stale. 👨‍🍳😌

Conclusion:
"Dream Girl 2" might not be a groundbreaking comedy, but it's a fun, frothy ride that's perfect for a weekend watch with your friends or family. 🍿👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Ayushmann Khurrana's comedic charisma is the film's saving grace, elevating it from a mere rehash to a laughter-inducing joy ride. If you're in the mood for some mindless entertainment that's as comforting as a warm hug from your favorite teddy bear, then "Dream Girl 2" is the perfect pick. 🧸💕 Review Rani gives it a solid 3 stars out of 5! 🌟🌟🌟✨

So, grab your popcorn, put on your laughter pants, and get ready for a rib-tickling ride with "Dream Girl 2"! 🍿👖 It might not be a comedy classic, but it's a surefire way to chase away the blues and leave you with a smile as wide as Ayushmann Khurrana's infectious grin. 😄✨