Do Patti Netflix Review

Do Patti is initiated with a crisp dialogue by Kajol which hints at a promising mystery thriller. The movie is about estranged twin sisters Shailee and Saumya, played by Kriti Sanon, who are caught up in an attempted murder case. Kajol takes a policing role as the firm woman delivering the solution to the problem. Technically, the storyline can be interpreted as a mixture of a sense of suspense, emotion, and social criticism.

Performances That Shine

Kriti Sanon showcases her versatility with her dual roles. She attaches significance to the heavy lifting of giving expression to not one, but two sisters whose temperaments couldn't be more different, demonstrating her skill as an actor to be capable of any character with depth. Kajol, as expected, delivers a powerful performance, portraying a tough cop with shades of humanity. It may shake up viewers in a bit reminded of Rani Mukerji's Mardaani, but Kajol brings her unique flavor to it.

Shaheer Sheikh, cast in a more serious role as an abusive mate, is convincing in this role. Even though he incentivizes the kind of antipathy for the character he portrays, it is possible unconsciously to give his fandom a meaning greater than the critical subject matter of the film.

Strong Visual Appeal but Uneven Pacing

Visually, Do Patti is a treat. The sense of grandeur is achieved by stunning scenery and slick photography of the film. However, the pacing is inconsistent. Montage" songs appear twice in the first 30 minutes, both of which are jarring and fail to enhance the scene when tension is meant to be created for it. Despite the beauty, they are a frequent source of disruption in the richness of emotional content in the story.

Tackling a Serious Issue with Mixed Results

Domestic violence is the major plot point of the film, which is a very serious topic that must be discussed with sensitivity. Although Do Patti tries to handle this, it is too simplistic in execution. Images of abuse are usually violent and can be used as effective triggers to specific audiences. Rather than exploring it in depth on the psychological level, the story relies on melodrama, thereby losing any potential of its message.

A Predictable and Underwhelming Climax

The only downside of the movie is the third act. The previously heralded twist, which ought to have been a revolution, is, however, revealed too early. This predictability strips the climax of its promised impact and makes the resolution disappointing

The Balancing Act: Entertainment vs. Social Relevance

Patti tries to bridge the gap between thriller and comedy, and social critique. Unfortunately, it stumbles in its balancing act. The coolness and stylization that exists to some degree at the attempt can also, at times, dilute some of the gravitas of the film work and push the audience to wonder about the overall feel of the film and why it is made.

Verdict

Patti is not a good film, and it is not a great film either. Performances, especially Kriti Sanon and Kajol, are its only justification and the film's visuals are good. However, the regular regression, the tempo unbalanced, and the theme's lack of depth to domestic violence, all limit the power of the overall effect.

Do Patti is worth a try as a viewer of the leads or as a viewer of visually arresting thrillers? But do not expect a conclusive satisfying or thought-provoking experience.

Rating: 2.5 to 3 stars.