Bhool Chuk Maaf

This is one of those movies which is just better to watch on OTT rather than going to the theatres.

Its just your average rom-com movie about a rich "daddy's princess" and a poor jobless guy who needs a government job in order to marry the girl, but with a small twist of a time loop which was supposed to be the entire point of the movie, but it really wasn't.

The first half is just spent in the setup of this time loop, when we reach the second part, which is the actual time loop, it just falls off. There were so many aspects left to discover but the movie doesn't discover any. The time loop just feels like a side character who is just there to keep the attention of the viewer and not to make them feel bored.

Speaking about feeling bored, the movie feels kinda slow, taking the entire first half to setup the time loop and not providing any content about the time loop in the second half let's down the viewing experience.

Rajkumar Rao looks good in his role upto the time loop part, he looks bored and not interested in what he is doing. Can't really figure out if it was his acting of just the script. Wamiqa Gabbi shines in being that annoying daddy's princess.

Overall okish watch leaves people disappointed, gives a good message at the end but not good enough to save the movie.

Karan Sharma-directed Bhool Chuk Maaf follows the familiar template of a typical small-town comedy-drama that Bollywood has popularized over the past decade, only with a time-loop twist. The film is shot in Varanasi, and the cinematography speaks for itself. It features a fair share of gags that work in its favor, offering moments of laughter but some falls flat. However, the humor may not work for everyone. The biggest drawbacks of the film are its unnecessarily high number of songs and a stretched screenplay, which makes even a two-hour runtime feel long.

While the time-loop element isn't explored as deeply as it could have been, it still manages to keep the audience engaged with the drama. The third-act drama, though predictable, is actually well executed.

Rajkummar Rao once again shines as a small-town boy. His dialogue delivery and body language are perfectly in sync with the character. Wamiqa does a good job as the "irritating papa ki pari." Their chemistry is reminiscent of your TikTok feed, accurately reflecting their personalities. The supporting cast also performs well, with Sanjay Mishra and Ishtiyak Khan standing out. The songs are mostly forgettable. Overall, the film is an above-average, time-pass comedy-drama with occasional comic relief and well-executed emotional moments.!

OVERALL 6/10.

The trailer was an absolute masterclass in misdirection, essentially serving as a "best of" compilation that front-loaded all the genuinely funny scenes. This created an expectation for a vibrant, laugh-out-loud comedy, which the actual film tragically failed to deliver. Instead, the movie felt drawn out, like a joke with a punchline that never arrived because it was already revealed in the preview.

While the storyline and acting itself had potentia, the presentation was a significant letdown. It was as if the director struggled to weave those strong elements into a cohesive, engaging narrative. The pacing was sluggish, and the lack of fresh comedic moments made the entire experience feel like a deflated balloon after the initial excitement of the trailer. It's a prime example of how clever marketing can inadvertently spoil the product it's meant to promote.

After watching the trailer I was really excited for the film. Trailer promised a mix of humor, romance, and a touch of magic realism, but after watching the film it left me with mixed feelings. The film was neither bad nor excellent. Rajkummar Rao, as always, is a delight. His comic timing and frustrated-everyman energy carry the film, making you root for Ranjan even when the script falters. Wamiqa Gabbi brings a lively spark to Titli, though her character sometimes feels overly childish, which can grate. The supporting cast-Seema Pahwa, Raghubir Yadav, and Sanjay Mishra-delivers solid laughs. The film's first half is entertaining, with sharp dialogues and a few chuckle-worthy moments, like Ranjan's frantic attempts to navigate the time loop.

However, the movie stumbles in the second half. The time-loop concept, inspired by Groundhog Day, feels underutilized and repetitive without enough clever twists. It takes too long to get to the heart of the story, and the social commentary-touching on merit, morality, and societal apathy-feels forced, especially in a preachy climax that clashes with the film's comedic tone. The romance between Ranjan and Titli lacks depth; their chemistry is decent but never truly sparks. Some jokes, like recurring pregnancy quips, feel outdated and cringe-worthy.

The visuals capture Banaras beautifully, but the music is forgettable, with songs that disrupt the flow rather than enhance it. The resolution, while heartwarming, feels predictable and doesn't fully earn its emotional payoff.

Overall, Bhool Chuk Maaf is a decent movie for fans who love such a small-town comedies. It has moments of charm and humor but gets stuck in its own loop of clichés and uneven execution. If you're looking for a light, no-brainer entertainer, it's worth a shot, but don't expect a masterpiece comedy film.

Time loop concept combined with same old cliche social commentary! Bhool Chuk Maaf does a great job at presenting its time loop concept although it concludes with same old social commentary monologue at the end which Ayushman and Rajkumar has been doing since a decade now! Comedy is hit and miss sometimes it lands sometimes it doesn't quite fun dinner movie. This genre has hit saturation the makers could have tried with some other ending. Rajkumar is same since his last 3-4 movies. Now I get the whole drama around this movie. Wamiqa is fresh to see on screen but overall felt like seeing same old Ayushman or Rajkumar film.