Pintu Ki Pappi

Cast: Sushant, Puja Banerjee, Vijay Raaz, Ganesh Acharya

Director: Shiv Hare

Rating: ★.5

I found myself wishing for divine blessings upon the creator of noise-cancelling earphones with every minute I spent watching Pintu Ki Pappi. I assure you, this is not an overstatement. The film is overwhelmingly loud, both in its audio design and the intensity of its narrative.

Amidst the cacophony that nearly compromised my hearing, there exists a singular storyline. This narrative could have easily been condensed to at least an hour less than its actual two-and-a-half-hour duration.

What is Pintu Ki Pappi about

The narrative centers around a character known as Pappi, which translates to "kiss" in English. Our protagonist, Pintu (played by Shushant), is a charming flirt who finds himself enamored with a girl. However, after their first kiss, she promptly marries someone else. This premise closely resembles the 2007 film "Good Luck Chuck," albeit with the intimate encounters replaced by a simple kiss. Noticing a recurring trend, Pintu's uncle (Ganesh Acharya) decides to collaborate with him in a business venture. Together, they kiss women who have been single for an extended period, leading to their subsequent marriages. This storyline has the potential to succeed if executed thoughtfully and aligns well with Ayushmann Khurrana's affinity for unconventional cinema.

How it falls flat

The execution of the film is a chaotic affair under the direction of Shiv Hare. Characters meander in and out without any clear purpose, and the same can be said for the subplots. Vijay Raaz appears as a gangster who desires a kiss from Pintu, driven by his wish to marry. While some of his scenes may elicit laughter, it is primarily due to his exceptional acting skills.

Regrettably, the humor presented in the script and its execution leans heavily on body shaming and outdated stereotypes regarding the LGBTQIA+ community. The creators of Pintu Ki Pappi seem to believe that nothing generates more laughter than an effeminate man expressing a desire to kiss multiple other men.

The music composed by Nitin Arora is mediocre, with perhaps a few tracks standing out. A song plays every 15 minutes, which can become quite tiresome.

In terms of performances, Ganesh Acharya tends to overact, likely due to the demands of his role. Many of his lines are heavily dubbed, making it evident that the accent posed a challenge for him. Sushant delivers a decent performance in certain scenes. Jaanya Joshi and Vidhi Yadav, portraying Sushant's love interests, manage to hold their own, albeit just barely. Murali Sharma's cameo is underutilized, and Ali Asgar, in a supporting role as the effeminate character, suffers from forced humor that detracts from the viewing experience.

In summary, Pintu Ki Pappi offers little of value. It is advisable to skip this film.

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