Directed by Shauna Gautam

Cast: Ibrahim Ali Khan, Khushi Kapoor, Mahima Chaudhry, Suniel Shetty, Dia Mirza, Jugal Hansraj, Archana Puran Singh, Meezaan Jafri

When a misunderstanding turns her friends against her, lovable rich girl Pia hires Arjun, a career-focused new student, to pretend to be her boyfriend.

Wealthy, fashionable teenagers attending elite schools and falling in love is an overused and uninspiring storyline. Netflix’s Nadaaniyan fails to deliver anything relatable, coming across as a shallow and immature dramedy. While it focuses on young adults, the real issue lies in its childish narrative. Ultimately, it’s an embarrassingly superficial film lacking any real substance.

Positive Aspects:

Ibrahim Ali Khan delivers a respectable debut, occasionally echoing his father, Saif Ali Khan. He appears confident on screen and shines in a few key moments. While his chemistry with Khushi Kapoor is average, he holds his own throughout the film.

Dia Mirza, portraying Ibrahim’s mother, makes the most of her limited screen time with a convincing performance. Jugal Hansraj, as Ibrahim’s father, adds depth with his genuine portrayal, and their father-son dynamic stands out as one of the film’s more engaging elements.

A major highlight is the film’s impressive production design. The makers have clearly spared no expense in crafting a grand, stylish aesthetic. From the elaborate sets to the luxurious costumes, every visual detail effectively captures the opulent essence of South Delhi’s elite lifestyle.

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