Ranbir and Shraddha make Luv Ranjan’s “Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar” an entertaining journey despite cliches
Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar: Ranbir and Shraddha make a fun ride despite cliches
Luv Ranjan’s latest rom-com, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar (TJMM), starring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, has all the elements of a typical Bollywood film: drama, flashy costumes, eye-soothing locales, witty monologues, and of course, love. The story revolves around Mikki (Ranbir) and Tinni (Shraddha) who meet during the bachelor’s trip of their respective best friends. Mikki falls in love with Tinni at first sight, but Tinni remains non-committal. Mikki pursues her relentlessly until she finally gives in to his charms.
The film takes a turn when Mikki introduces Tinni to his over-the-top joint family, and Tinni feels her personal space shrinking. She decides to dump Mikki before matters get out of hand and hires an agency to engineer their break-up. The drama unfolds as it turns out that the agency is one of Mikki’s side hustles.
Unlike Luv Ranjan’s previous films, which often portrayed women in a negative light, Tinni is not manipulative. She loves Mikki and wants their relationship to flourish, but she is wary of sacrificing her personal freedom at the altar of marriage. In a heart-to-heart conversation with Mikki before the climax, Tinni justifies her decision to break up with him, which is relatable.
Ranbir Kapoor’s character, Mikki, is tailor-made for him. He gets to flaunt his six-pack abs and exudes the boy-lover charm, reminiscent of his earlier screen outings. Shraddha Kapoor shares a goofy chemistry with Ranbir, and the duo are a riot on screen. However, in the emotional scenes, like the engagement sequence, Shraddha struggles to match up to Ranbir.
The film’s soundtrack, composed by Pritam, adds to the youthful feel of the movie. The catchy tune Tere Pyaar Mein, sung by Arijit Singh and Nikhita Gandhi, takes us through the beautiful locales of Spain where Mikki and Tinni fall in love. Show Me The Thumka is another celebratory song that brings a much-needed relief after a high dose of post-break-up drama. Arijit Singh’s O Bedardeya, with piercing lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya, depicts the pain of separation and heartbreak.
The film has all the clichés of a typical Bollywood rom-com, but it is still an enjoyable ride. Ranbir Kapoor diligently keeps to the spirit of the Elizabethan pick-up line, “Whoever loved that loved not at first sight?”, and Shraddha Kapoor adds to the fun with her goofy charm. The supporting cast also impresses, especially Kartik Aaryan and Nushrratt Bharuccha in their wildly-funny guest appearances. The film’s long runtime might test your patience, but the Aroras, Mikki’s family, will keep you entertained with their bickering and slapping each other until the climax.
In conclusion, Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar is a fun film that is perfect for a weekend watch. It might not break any new ground, but it delivers what it promises: a rollicking enjoyable ride with a high dose of drama, flashy costumes, eye-soothing locales, and witty monologues.