Anupama Chopra reviews "Nadaaniyan," a romantic comedy directed by Shauna Gautam and produced by Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainment. The film stars Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor in a story that explores young love and the blurred lines between reality and pretence. Set in an elite Delhi school, "Nadaaniyan" follows Pia, a wealthy girl who hires Arjun to pretend to be her boyfriend, but their fake romance soon turns real. Anupama notes that while the film is visually stunning, with a glossy aesthetic reminiscent of Dharma Productions' style, it lacks depth in its storytelling.
Anupama praises the film's end credits for creatively acknowledging the team behind the scenes but criticizes the screenplay for being clumsy and lazy. Despite the beautiful visuals and a gorgeous soundtrack by Sachin-Jigar, the performances by Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor are not strong enough to elevate the weak writing. The supporting cast, including Mahima Chaudhry, Suniel Shetty, and Jugal Hansraj, deliver more memorable performances. Overall, "Nadaaniyan" is a film that relies heavily on nostalgia and visual appeal but falls short in its narrative.
