Vicky Kaushal, Tripti Dimri and Amy Virk starrer 'Bad News' is a romantic-comedy based on love, laughter and emotions. But Vicky Kaushal will surprise you!

The lights dim, the reels start rolling, and you're in for some laugh-out-loud moments—at least, that's what we all assume when we get ready to watch 'Bad News.''. To be honest, maybe not everything is a comedy. Well, wait! TThe cap is not the end of it. is more This movie is a recipe for de-stressing the day. You can put your brain aside and just enjoy the rollercoaster ride. What's more, I'm at a loss as to where to begin this review because the film doesn't quite connect head to toe, but it does tickle your funny bone.

As the film begins, Ananya Pandey gets a surprise cameo, as 'Ananya Pandey' who comes to meet Saloni Bagga (Tripti Dimri) for her biopic as she is a Meraki star chef. The beginning is filled with meta connections to many iconic Bollywood films, like Pandey's praise of Trupti known as 'National Crush', 'Bhabhi 2' and more, the trailer of which had already set its backdrop.

One aspect that will instantly make your heart smile is Vicky Kaushal as Akhil Chadha, a typical Punjabi West Delhi boy, who enters with complete swag and will leave you in awe. A Punjabi Munda with a big heart whose self-esteem peaks with the motto -' Akhil Chadha Sabatoh Ward', Kaushal makes you believe in him. Is that voice coming from Rocky Randhawa? RRKPK? No spoilers here!

The first half is not slow, but a lot of things happen very quickly. Saloni, an aspiring chef who wants to achieve the 'Meraki Star', meets Akhil, who runs his restaurant that sells only chap (soybeans), at a wedding where a modern-day love story is born. Punjabi mothers essay a typical character, trying to play matchmaker who takes their children Horoscope There wallet and phone. They meet, dance, fall in love and marry.

The film involves a contemporary love story where everything happens instantaneously. Then comes 'Syapa' In their love story and this is not heteropaternal superfecundation!

While the story makes you laugh in between, the idea of ​​portraying an 'ambitious woman' as a home breaker tugs at your heartstrings. Why is there no other way for a couple to separate without villainizing the woman? But, the story continues. Generally stereotypical? Too much!

After their quick romance ends, Gurbir walks in on Pannu (Amy Virk). Akhil is a big Punjabi Munda, while Gurbir is a quiet and friendly hotel owner who joins hands with Saloni to fulfill her dream.

A little annoying

You can sweep every little problem in the movie under the rug, but why does one scene make you wonder? A modern day love story, there's love, there's drama, there's breakup, then comes the rebound. And there is Gurbir for Saloni. There is an intimate scene where Ammi says 'no' to Tripti. This is the same 'no' that Amitabh Bachchan is in pink Said, “No means no”.

Coming back to the plot, Gurbir says no to Saloni, not once but several times, but his state is reduced to a frivolous and bawdy rant and Saloni doesn't stop. Now what if the roles were reversed? It will be considered rape. If not for women, why not for men? Even without taking this path, the story could have worked simply.

Vicky Kaushal is the life jacket of bad news

Trust Vicky Kaushal to perform effortlessly in any role and yes he will make you believe in his character and keep mesmerizing you with his 'Tauba Tauba' moments. There are not just one but two dance numbers where Vicky, the dancer, puts his best moves forward. The chemistry between Vicky and Tripti is steamy and lovable but the same is not entirely true for the other couple. Although both the male characters are completely opposite in nature, the sensitive moments between them connect.

Talking about Vicky and Ammi, the Punjabi boys share a beautiful bond. The faces of 'Who would be a good father' are full of humor and emotion at the same time. Even as they try to find dirt on each other to win the race, their funny banter is one of the best parts of the film. There is an age gap between two contrasting personalities and it's probably the only logical thing to do.

As Saloni's doctor says in the film, the first half will make you wonder, 'Kya ye attractive case hai'. It's just the other half that makes more sense. This is where your emotional chords meet. It's a complete comedy of errors that will make you laugh. The humor is well timed with all the other characters hitting the overdramatic family trope.

Tripti Dimri tries hard but not enough and Amy Virk is just lovable. Neha Dhupia's role as a modern 'Maasi' could have been used better.

Verdict:

So what's the news for 'bad news'? It is neither good nor bad. A clean one funny One that will love you, make you laugh, touch that emotional soul for a while and make you feel refreshed. This is a commercial family entertainment where you should not look for logic, because there is none. Only then will you experience the joy of Anand Tiwari's 'Bad News'.

Stars: 3