Aap Jaisa Koi review: Madhavan and Fatima's movie has a Bold Idea with Weak Execution

Entertainment News: Cinema should start to talk about the things that matter. For example, criticizing the patriarchy, demanding gender equality, understanding that marriage is not for everyone, or simply exploring second chances in life. It looks pleasing when cinema does that. But it should be done organically. The more real it feels, the more powerful it is. That's where R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh's film disappoints.

The movie, Aap Jaisa Koi, is attempting to convey an important idea, this age-appropriate love story ultimately feels like a modified version of "Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani"—both of which are part of Karan Johar's creative universe. Similar themes are explored in both films: a relationship between two individuals from very different worlds, a cultural clash, and a highly patriarchal household.

About the movie

The plot revolves around Shrirenu Tripathi, a Sanskrit professor in his 40s who lives in Jamshedpur and is a virgin who has never had the opportunity to fall in love, much less become physical with a woman. He meets Madhu Bose, a 32-year-old woman from Kolkata who is attractive, self-assured, and modern. She values a quiet, introverted man as much as she does her sexual independence.

The match is not likely. A collision between two families causes everything to fall apart just when there should be celebration. The heart no longer smiles, and dreams no longer appear colorful.

Patriarchy in the movie

Patriarchy is an outdated idea. A film that makes an effort to question it is worthy of praise. It must, however, be incorporated naturally and without appearing forced into the story. When things are going well in "Aap Jaisa Koi," they seem almost too good to be true, but when gaps show, it seems like everything falls apart suddenly. To be honest, the couple's tension doesn't seem convincing, and the main problem doesn't seem significant enough. The weird chemistry between Madhavan and Fatima is even worse.

No chemistry between the actors

In their separate roles, both performers are bold and expressive, but when they perform together, something feels strange—as though they are acutely aware of the age difference, their environment, or the emotional depth their characters are meant to share but haven't yet explored.