Prem Kiitanu Review: Veer Pahadia’s film got mixed response, some said the story was amazing and some were disappointed.

New film of young actor Veer Pahadia, who is trying to make his mark in Bollywood. ‘Love Germ’ It became the center of discussion as soon as it was released in theatres. This romantic-comedy drama, made with an offbeat title and a unique subject, is receiving mixed reviews from the audience and film critics. While on social media and outside the theatres, a section of the audience is praising the film’s new concept, comic timing and light-hearted style, the other section seems dissatisfied with the weak screenplay and slow pace. The trends of the first day at the box office show that there is a lot of curiosity among the young audiences about the film.

As strange as the name of the film sounds, its basic story also tries to look at relationships through the same unique lens.

• core subject: The story revolves around a young man who sees love and attraction as a psychological or chemical ‘infection’ i.e. a ‘germ’.

• Plot twist: As soon as love enters the main character’s life, his logical principles and everyday life go completely haywire.

• Comedy and Drama: The director has tried to weave together the complexities of modern relationships, the dating culture of Generation-Z, the fear of commitment and family expectations with humor and emotional drama. Many viewers have found the plot quite refreshing and relevant to today’s times.

Critics have described Veer Pahadia’s performance in the film as very promising. Veer has portrayed the character of a confused and heartbroken but emotional youth on screen with ease.

• Screen Presence: Veer’s comic timing and expressions are refreshing, especially in the scenes where he struggles with his own thoughts.

• Supporting Cast: The chemistry between the film’s female lead and co-stars also seems natural. The satirical dialogues of the supporting actors have been successful in making the audience laugh. However, Veer’s acting seems a bit raw in some emotional scenes, about which some critics have expressed their disagreement.

The audience who liked the film mainly appreciated these points:

1. New and interesting idea: Moving away from traditional melodrama, presenting love in a light-hearted and scientific-humor style captivates the audience.

2. Dialogues and Music: The one-liners and background score of the film suit the youthful mood. Some romantic tracks are already trending on the music charts.

3. First Half: The first half of the film is very fast paced, where the introduction of characters and situations keeps the audience engaged.

According to a section of critics and audiences, the film did not reach its full potential:

• Second half faltering: After the intermission the film starts losing its momentum. The unique concept with which the story started gradually turns into an old and clichéd Bollywood drama.

• Haste in climax: The last 20 minutes of the film seem stretched and full of forced emotions. The solution to the relationship conflict shown does not seem very convincing.

• Weak Editing: The film could have been made more crisp and effective by cutting unnecessary scenes of about 15-20 minutes.

‘Prem Kitaanu’ is a film which may not suit everyone’s taste, but if you are bored of clichéd love stories and want to watch something new, light-hearted and entertaining, then it is a film worth watching once on the weekend. Veer Pahadia has proved with his performance that he has the potential to emerge as a mainstream actor, provided he gets more tight scripts.