Review: Prem Keetanu: A Lighthearted Rom-Com!

Prem Keetanu, the Hindi adaptation of the hit Malayalam movie Premalu, is a fun and entertaining ride. The humor and relatable romance, especially for those who haven’t seen the original, keep you engaged from start to finish.

The story starts with Vishal (Veer Pahariya) and Shalini standing in a long, tedious queue for engineering college admissions. Shalini is visibly downcast, heartbroken over not getting into her dream college. Everything changes in a split second when she gets a surprise phone call confirming her admission at the other college. Overjoyed, she turns around and impulsively hugs the guy standing right behind her—assuming it’s her father. Instead, she finds herself hugging a completely bewildered Vishal. Embarrassed, she demands an apology, but a stubborn Vishal flatly refuses. The heated argument escalates until both angrily curse each other, wishing that neither finds love throughout their entire college life.

Years pass, and that curse seems to stick. Vishal, now trying to clear his GATE exam to study abroad, strikes a deal with his coaching teacher: he gets free classes if he does a quick favor for his teacher’s brother-in-law. The task? Delivering a wedding dress. Shalini, now working in the city, was supposed to pick up her colleague’s wedding dress, but in all the rush, she forgot it at the store and reached the destination without it. Desperate, her colleague asks his brother-in-law for help, which lands the task right on Vishal’s lap.

When Vishal shows up with the dress, he finds himself face-to-face with Shalini once again—the same girl who cursed his love life years ago. As he tries to win her over while navigating awkward encounters, hilarious misunderstandings, and a possessive rival like Vikram (Aparshakti Khurana), the storyline mixes warm romantic moments with chaotic comedy.

What really elevates the movie is the performances from the lead cast. Veer Pahariya brings a charming, relatable clumsiness to Vishal, while the lead actress balances confidence and warmth effortlessly on screen. Aparshakti Khurana adds fantastic comedic timing as the rival suitor, creating a lively dynamic that keeps the story light and breezy. Rakesh Bedi delivers a warm and endearing performance as a supportive, fun-loving dad who brings a lot of heart and lighthearted moments to the film.

Overall Prem Keetanu is a great watch and it doesn’t disappoint. It delivers a sweet, humorous experience that leaves you with a big smile long after the credits roll.

Rating: ***
Team Cine Buster