Dostana (2008) Review in 2025
Dostana is a fun and entertaining Bollywood movie about two friends who pretend to be gay to impress their boss's daughter, but things get complicated when they start to develop real feelings for each other.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
This movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its mature themes and language.
CineReview Recommendation
This movie is worth watching for its entertaining storyline, memorable performances, and catchy music. However, it may not be suitable for family viewing due to its mature themes and language.
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The movie follows the story of Sameer (Abhishek Bachchan) and Kunal (John Abraham), two friends who are in love with the same woman, Neha (Priyanka Chopra). They pretend to be gay to impress her, but their plan backfires when they start to develop real feelings for each other.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The story is engaging and entertaining, with a unique premise that explores the complexities of same-sex relationships. However, the plot is predictable and lacks depth.
acting8.00/10
The acting is excellent, with Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham delivering memorable performances. Priyanka Chopra also shines in her role, despite some limitations.
characters8.00/10
The characters are well-developed and relatable, with Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham delivering standout performances. However, Priyanka Chopra's character feels underutilized.
direction7.00/10
The direction is solid, with Tarun Mansukhani handling the comedy and romance elements well. However, the pacing is uneven and the film could have benefited from tighter editing.
cinematography6.00/10
The cinematography is average, with some visually appealing scenes but also some awkward camera angles and lighting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging storyline, memorable performances, catchy music
Cons
Predictable plot, uneven pacing, some awkward camera angles and lighting
Notable Quotes
"Main Dostana Hoon!"
"Tum Dostana Hote Ho?"
