Did 'Dhadak 2' Fail to Captivate Its Audience?

Mumbai, Aug 1 (NationPress) The highly awaited romantic drama "Dhadak 2," featuring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, hit theaters today, but it has sadly not met audience expectations.

Although the film aimed to present a new perspective on love and caste issues, early audience reviews indicate it has not resonated with viewers. Many have labeled it as “boring” and have drawn unfavorable comparisons to its predecessor, Dhadak 1, as attendees left the theaters expressing their discontent.

One audience member shared with IANS, “I was disheartened after watching the movie. I found it unenjoyable. The narrative feels disjointed. The chemistry between the leads is adequate, but even a stranger's dance would look appealing. While the music is decent, it lacks the melodious charm. Compared to Dhadak 1, this film is not up to par. The portrayal of casteism is outdated and the message is difficult to grasp.”

Another viewer exclaimed, “This movie is utterly disappointing. It's tedious and overly long. The dialogues are subpar, the songs fail to impress, the casting is questionable, the background score is ineffective, and the storyline lacks depth. Even the conclusion is underwhelming. Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri seem more like siblings than romantic leads. How could Siddhant, with his polished appearance, be cast as a slum dweller?”

“The chemistry between the lead actors is nonexistent. The film feels like an incomplete draft, as if it still needs editing or dubbing. It comes across as poorly assembled. It's profoundly disappointing. The music is forgettable; I couldn't recall a single tune after leaving the cinema. In every aspect, it pales in comparison to Dhadak 1.

A third viewer, who has watched the original Tamil film “Pariyerum Perumal,” remarked, “I've seen the original multiple times. It was a masterpiece. The director, Mari Selvaraj, infused it with his personal experiences. I don't understand why they tarnished such a compelling story in the Hindi adaptation. The climax, which was unforgettable in the Tamil version, is significantly mishandled here.”

Another moviegoer expressed mixed feelings: “The film started off strong, but the pace became too heavy towards the end. The subject matter is significant, and Siddhant performed well. Yet, I left feeling perplexed about the film’s intended message.”

Some viewers noted that the change in direction made a noticeable difference: “I did not find it enjoyable. The first installment was helmed by Shashank Khaitan, while this was directed by Shazia Iqbal. The direction here is quite weak.”

Although a few praised the film's intentions and performances, the general consensus among early viewers is that “Dhadak 2” has not succeeded in captivating its audience.