Shanaya Kapoor and Gourav Adarsh starrer Tu Yaa Main has released in theatres, and early reviews are largely negative. The film arrived during the Valentine’s weekend, which is usually considered an important box office period.
Tu Yaa Main is an official adaptation of the Thai horror thriller The Pool. The film created curiosity before release, but the response on the first day suggests disappointment among audiences.
Viewers say the Gen Z themed thriller struggles with a weak storyline. Many feel the film lacks suspense throughout its runtime. The narrative reportedly fails to hold attention despite an interesting premise.
Shanaya Kapoor and Gourav Adarsh have received some appreciation for their performances. However, audiences say the writing makes the film difficult to engage with for long.
The film attempts to present something unconventional but struggles with pacing. The first half is considered weak, while the second half is described as slightly better but still average overall.
The story follows two digital creators whose collaboration turns into a romantic relationship. Their situation becomes dangerous when they get trapped inside an abandoned swimming pool.
They soon realise a deadly crocodile is stalking them inside the pool. Despite the survival thriller setup, viewers say the plot remains predictable until the end.
Apart from performances and music, the film has not impressed audiences. Tu Yaa Main may face challenges at the box office after a slow start during the Valentine’s weekend.
Rating: ⭐⭐½#TuYaaMain has its thrilling moments but by the time the climax arrives it turns out to be an AVERAGE affair.
The writing is engaging in parts but there are flaws that are quite noticeable especially in the chunks that are not gripping.
But… #TuYaaMainReview…
— Nishit Shaw (@NishitShawHere) February 13, 2026
#TuYaaMain ~ Terrible SCREENPLAY leds to a DISASTER VERDICT.
RATING :~ ⭐½
Don’t wotch such film which doesn’t even serve 10 % of Entertainment
Save Your MONEY , TIME and please Kindly avoid it ❌ #TuYaaMainReview@aanandlrai @nambiarbejoy @vinodbhanu pic.twitter.com/FG5KlUgyxo
— Manoz Kumar (@ManozTalks) February 13, 2026
Rating: ZERO STARS#TuYaaMain is UTTER CRAP.
I don’t even know where to begin… I’m not even in a state to review it properly. That’s how bad it is. Nothing works. Some films disappoint. This one drains you. Not worth a single minute of your time. SKIP IT. #TuYaaMainReview
— Bollywood Box Office (@Bolly_BoxOffice) February 13, 2026
#TuYaaMain review. The film is worth watching and rivetting with committed performances by both #AdarshGourav and #ShanayaKapoor . A rare film on survival in bollywood and yes it’s a big thumbs up . Outstanding job. ⭐⭐⭐ pic.twitter.com/vMGapdr60U
— Rishiraj Reviewzzzz (@RishirajNa90620) February 12, 2026
