Running Shaadi

While one cannot call this comedy drama a breath of fresh air in Bollywood, it definitely merits to be called using an adjective like "watchable".

With some great performances by Amit Sadh, Taapsee Pannu, and Brijendra Kala, this comic film about a group of friends running a clandestine marriage bureau where they help people in love elope is engaging. Supported by a thick North Indian accent that is used by almost all characters, it goes on to explore the hardships faced by young men and women who are in love yet fail to live together due to familial and societal pressures. The film couldn't released in better time than when honor killings are rampant in the country. Ample humor and a well-executed second half makes me wanna expect more from debutante director Amit Roy.

BOTTOM LINE: It's on DVD now, and there's no excuse for you to not watch it.

Can be watched with a typical Indian family? NO, but you should.

Good, if mostly forgettable.

'Running Shaadi' features an interesting premise. It isn't executed to perfection, or anywhere close, but I felt suitably entertained for the majority. The run time could've been shorter, while the writing could've been greater no doubt. Amit Sadh and Taapsee Pannu are likeable enough and perform solidly. Arsh Bajwa is alright too, as are a few of the supporting cast.

Not much more to note. A watchable film, nothing more or less.

i think this is the actors film . Story and screenplay is poor but actors have made it entertaining by their performances . Amit sadh and taapsee are serious confused lovers in the film . The funniest Character is cyberjeet . His superb performance brings a lot of humour .In second half ujala mama is fabulous.. i have given 10 starts just coz of these two characters .

Love Love Love Wow I will watch this with my love also. Thank You So so much Running Shaadi's Cast n Crew for making such a beautiful film

Writer-Director Amit Roy's 'Running Shaadi' rests on an interesting premise & makes pretty good use of it. Warm & Lighthearted, this underrated Rom-Com is a pleasant surprise, that also benefits from the fine performances by its talented cast.

'Running Shaadi' Synopsis: Two friends, Ram Bharose and tech genius Cyberjeet, create a website that helps lovers to elope. The site is an instant hit; young couples line up for the opportunity to escape strict families and run away with the ones they love. But Bharose ends up in a fix when Nimmi, his lady-love, decides to elope with him against her disapproving family.

'Running Shaadi' talks about the serious issue of how young couples in India face numerous troubles by their whacked up families, who compare people from caste, to religion to rich to poor. Its a burning issue that exists very much even today. But, 'Running Shaadi' tackles this issue with a humorous approach, resulting into a likable narrative, that always stays easy to absorb.

What works for the film is the Nicely Written Screenplay by Navjot Gulati & Amit Roy himself, who bring out a story worth telling & even the characters, be it the leads of the supporting players, appear real. The setting in Punjab appears realistic & the goings-on swing by without any major bump. Sure, the Writing in the second-hour could've been tighter, but then again, the Writing never loses pace or makes you lose interest. Roy's Direction, too, deserves brownie points. He's churned out a likable Rom-Com, that tackles a relevant issue without ever getting preachy. Cinematography & Editing are crisply done. Art & Costume Design are decent. Music by Various Artists, is a mixed bag.

Performance-Wise: Amit Sadh is in excellent form as Ram Bharose. The actor enacts the timid yet helpful protagonist with genuine feeling. Taapsee Pannu is lovable as the rebellious yet adorable Nimmi. The on-screen chemistry of Sadh & Pannu, is infectious. Arsh Bajwa as Cyberjeet, enacts his part a bit too up the nose. Of the supporting cast, the always terrific Brijendra Kala does wonders as Bharose's amusing mama.

On the whole, 'Running Shaadi' is a good watch. Watch It!