Nadaaniyaan – Indeed a Silly One!!! Just Silver 2.5⭐️s

Nadaaniyaan – Indeed a Silly One!!!

Shauna Gautam presents a story where the rich meets the poor—but with Bollywood’s evolving definition of “poor.” Here, the so-called underprivileged attend elite schools, dream of studying at prestigious London universities, and carry an aura that never quite convinces you of their financial struggles. Scholarships aside, let’s be real—Nawab could never look poor.

Ibrahim Ali Khan makes his debut in Naadaaniyaan, produced under the Dharmatic Entertainment banner—and we all know what that entails. That said, the boy is undeniably charming. While no one asked for Saif Ali Khan 2.0, it’s inevitable—his genes have spoken. From his looks to his eyes, mannerisms, and effortless charm, Ibrahim feels like an AI-generated version of his father. As Arjun Mehta, he is believable, but the illusion of his character’s poverty never quite lands. The same goes for Dia Mirza and Jugal Hansraj—status is never a real conflict unless someone spells it out.

Khushi Kapoor, unfortunately, fails to impress, offering yet another marshmallow-soft, shallow performance. Naadaaniyaan had the potential for emotional depth, but its lead actors never rise to the occasion. It’s Mahima Chaudhary and Dia Mirza who eventually inject some weight into the plot, bringing moments of authenticity that contrast with the otherwise uninspired portrayals. Suniel Shetty and Jugal Hansraj are passable. Meezaan Jafri’s special appearance feels more like a forced plot device than a catalyst for real tension—it’s there, but it doesn’t ignite anything. It’s just a plug point just like another Ms. Briganza. Comics rely on the past than anything that is fresh baked.

Visually, Naadaaniyaan has its moments, with well-framed shots and a soundtrack that fits the emotional beats. But without compelling lead performances, the romance never reaches the depth it aims for. Still, it’s heartening to see Ibrahim shine—his future projects will determine his true acting range, but for now, it’s a decent start.

Overall, Naadaaniyaan had the ingredients for a compelling love story but fails to leave a lasting impact. The rich-versus-poor dynamic feels contrived, and the film lacks a strong enough conflict to hold interest. It’s indeed just a silly one.

PK Verdict: Just Silver 2.5*s