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Disaster Potential Film: Surprising Reviews

Today, Feb 21, 2025, Mere Husband Ki Biwi, the latest Bollywood romantic comedy starring Arjun Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar and Rakul Preet Singh has hit the theaters.

Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the film is a humorous love triangle set in urban India.

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In the post pandemic era, medium budget romantic comedies have struggled to find their footing, with audience flocking to OTT platforms.

Mere Husband Ki Biwi is trying to change that trend by bringing audience back to the cinemas. Despite the low buzz pre release, the quirky concept has got attention.

Advance booking is low and opening day collection is expected to be between ₹1-2 cr.

Initial reactions are praising Arjun Kapoor’s comedy, many are calling it his best since 2 States. The film is also relatable and entertaining.

Critics are giving mixed reviews. Some are saying it’s a collection of flat scenes and clichés and questioning the depth and originality of the film.

Mere Husband Ki Biwi’s performance will decide the future of medium budget romantic comedies in Bollywood.

A success might make the filmmakers to invest in similar projects and revive the genre and make cinema relevant again in the OTT dominated era.

As the audience decides the fate of this film, its success or failure will be the indicator of the industry’s direction of balancing traditional cinema with digital platforms.

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