Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam Movie Review : Dhvani Bhanushali and Aashim Gulati’s romcom is a light-hearted entertainer

Story: Bride-to-be Meera runs away from her own wedding, and the chaos begins when Krish, an uninvited guest, is wrongly assumed to be the reason behind her escape. This misunderstanding fuels comedic moments and emotional tension.

Review: In an era where love stories are often overcomplicated, Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam (KSKK), directed by Saurabh Dasgupta, stands out for its simplicity. The story follows Meera (Dhvani Bhanushali), who returns from Australia only to be pushed into an arranged marriage by her father, Sumer Singh Chaudhary (Rajesh Sharma), a political figure with a criminal edge. Unhappy with her situation, Meera decides to run away. Krish (Aashim Gulati), a wedding crasher, is caught in the crossfire when Meera’s family mistakenly assumes he is her accomplice.

The film's first half is packed with entertaining sequences, as Meera and Krish find themselves on the run, giving the film plenty of comedic moments. One of the scenes is when a drone, operated by Meera’s brothers Gautam (Vikram Kochhar) and Gambhir (Himanshu Kohli), relentlessly tracks Krish, adding to the chaos. The sight of Meera and Krish still dressed in wedding attire, leading everyone to believe they're married, fuels further confusion.

Saurabh Dasgupta, in his directorial debut, shows potential by capturing the lighthearted tone of the first half. However, the film loses momentum after the interval when Krish’s family, living in Barsana, is introduced. Despite the warmth and charm of his parents (played by Rakesh Bedi and Supriya Pilgaonkar), the pacing slows down significantly, and the climax lacks the intensity needed to deliver an emotional punch.

Written by Laxman Utekar and Rishi Virmani, the screenplay touches on themes of gender equality and how women's voices are often stifled. Indian pop singer Dhvani Bhanushali delivers an impressive acting debut, bringing fresh energy to the screen. However, her character lacks the depth required to fully explore the film's themes of gender struggles. Aashim Gulati is convincing in Krish's role, but the romantic chemistry between him and Bhanushali feels underdeveloped. As parents, Rakesh Bedi and Supriya Pilgaonkar, Rajesh Sharma and Sonali Sachdev play their parts well. The supporting cast, especially Vikram Kochhar and Himanshu Kohli as Meera’s brothers, add to the comedic banter.

The soundtrack is largely passable, with the exceptions of the reprised version of Ajeeb Daastaan Hai Ye in the credits and Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhaagi Si in the background, which add a nostalgic touch but don’t quite elevate the film's emotional arc.

Overall, KSKK is a lighthearted, moral-driven film that works well as a one-time watch, particularly for Gen Z audiences. While it has its moments of charm and humor, it ultimately lacks the emotional depth and narrative impact to make a lasting impression.