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Home / News / Entertainment News / Netflix's 'Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil' review: Pragmatic, disturbing, thought-provoking
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Netflix's 'Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil' review: Pragmatic, disturbing, thought-provoking

Netflix's 'Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil' review: Pragmatic, disturbing, thought-provoking
Written by Sagar
Aug 19, 2019, 12:44 pm 3 min read
Netflix's 'Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil' review: Pragmatic, disturbing, thought-provoking

For the most part of Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil (Netflix), you witness bold conversations between a couple, across places- on the sidewalk; in a restaurant; even in their bedroom (during sex). That's because the film, directed by Aadish Keluskar, doesn't have a story per se, but still manages to make its point. Yes, it's disturbing, but also pragmatic and thought-provoking. Here's our review.

Plot
There's no story per se, but some intriguing, jolting conversations

Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil will not take you places (it doesn't even promise to), but it will surely make you think, and re-think. That's because the film doesn't have a story per se, but it still raises some intriguing, meaningful, and stimulating questions. Early on, the film asks a pervasive question about romantic relationships- If it is not lifelong, is it not love?

Information
Despite too much talking, 'JKBAD' is sufficiently engaging

Interestingly, the film's mouthy nature turns out to be both its strength and weakness. But credit where its due- for a film that does so much talking, Jaoon Kahan... is sufficiently and surprisingly engaging, thanks to its thoughtful writing and stimulating conversations.

Strength
The film's biggest strength is its strong and fearless screenplay

Probably what holds this otherwise vulnerable film together is its fearless and provocative screenplay. It touches upon a wide array of topics that other mainstream films would, by default, shy away from - including the current political scene, (Salman) Bhai, sex, and censorship, among others. In one instance, one lead utters, "Whatever party wins the elections, it is the public that always loses."

Failure
But then it is dreadfully dragged, and at times, sanctimonious

Since there is so much talking in this film, and even though it's mostly sensible, you are bound to feel done at some point. In some parts, it may even feel downright sanctimonious. Also, most scenes are dreadfully extended, in a bid to (desperately) make it a full-length feature. But if you think you are patient enough for all that, you'll be fine.

Performances
The performances from the lead couple are top-notch

The confident and passionate performances from the lead actors, Rohit Kokate and Khushboo Upadhyay, are essential to this film. Rohit, as a cynical and sordid man impresses with his compelling expressions, and spellbinding dialog delivery. On the other hand, Khushboo, as his naive and subdued partner, hits all the right notes, and lends the much-needed supportive hand to the narrative of the film.

Final verdict
'JKBAD' punches reality into your face, should be watched

In times when regular Bollywood offerings refuse to accept the changing times - and stick to regressive cliches, when it comes to romantic relationships, Jaoon Kahan Bata Ae Dil is good enough to punch reality into your face. If you are patient enough for this slow-burn drama, and don't mind some moral talking for a while, give it a watch. Final verdict: 3/5 stars.

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Sagar covers national news for NewsBytes. He has previously worked as an editorial intern at NDTV. Over the course of his near three-year career, Sagar has gained experience in news writing, copy editing, and video production. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Delhi.
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