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Hindi · Action, Comedy, Drama
2h 28m · 19 Jul 2013
Music: Jigar Saraiya, Sachin Gupta | DOP: Kiran Deohans | Writer: Shiraz Ahmed, Veeru Potla
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
Ramaiya Vastavaiya is a romantic drama that follows the story of Ram, a carefree young man from a small town, who falls in love with Sona, a wealthy and spirited girl. Their love story faces challenges due to differences in their social backgrounds and family expectations. The narrative explores themes of love, family honor, and reconciliation as Ram tries to win over Sona's family and prove his worth.
Ramaiya Vastavaiya offers a traditional romantic storyline with a blend of youthful exuberance and family drama. The screenplay follows a predictable path but manages to keep the audience engaged with its light-hearted moments and emotional beats. The pacing is uneven; the first half is lively and entertaining with a focus on romance and comedy, while the second half slows down considerably with extended family conflicts and melodrama.
The songs and music by Jigar Saraiya and Sachin Gupta stand out as one of the film's highlights, featuring catchy and melodious tracks that complement the mood of the film well. The background score supports the narrative but does not leave a lasting impact. Cinematography by Kiran Deohans captures the scenic locales beautifully, adding visual appeal to the film.
Overall, the film caters to fans of classic Bollywood romance but lacks innovation in storytelling and character development. It is a decent entertainer with some memorable musical moments but falls short of being a compelling cinematic experience.
Shruti Haasan: Delivers a charming and spirited performance as Sona, effectively portraying the character's vivacity and emotional depth.
Girish Kumar: Makes a promising debut with a natural and earnest portrayal of Ram, though occasionally limited by the script.
Sonu Sood: Provides a strong presence as the antagonist, adding intensity to the family conflict.
Randhir Kapoor: Offers a dignified performance as the family patriarch, lending gravitas to the narrative.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Prabhu Deva's direction maintains the film's energetic tone in the first half but struggles to keep the momentum in the latter part. The writing is conventional, relying heavily on clichés and familiar tropes, which limits the film's overall impact.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally appreciated the film's music and the fresh pairing of the leads but criticized its predictable plot and slow pacing in the second half. The performances were seen as a positive aspect, especially Shruti Haasan's charm and Girish Kumar's debut effort. However, the film was considered a routine romantic entertainer without much novelty.
Final Box-Office Result
Ramaiya Vastavaiya released on 19 July 2013 (2013).
Ramaiya Vastavaiya is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Budget of Ramaiya Vastavaiya is approximately ₹80108 Crore.
Ramaiya Vastavaiya OTT release date not announced yet.
Ramaiya Vastavaiya directed by Prabhu Deva. Produced by Kumar Sadhuram Taurani.
Ramaiya Vastavaiya stars Shruti Haasan, Girish Kumar, Sonu Sood, Randhir Kapoor, Poonam Dhillon.
Tollybo rates Ramaiya Vastavaiya 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Music for Ramaiya Vastavaiya composed by Jigar Saraiya, Sachin Gupta.
Ramaiya Vastavaiya — Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 148 minutes, Language: Hindi.
