My Movie Review - YEH JAWAANI HAI DEWAANI

Director : Ayan Mukerji

Cast : Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Aditya Roy Kapoor, Kalki Koechlin

Genre : Coming-of-Age, Romance, Drama

Summary

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (YJHD) follows the journey of Kabir “Bunny” Thapar (Ranbir Kapoor), a carefree, adventure-loving guy who dreams of traveling the world. On a trekking trip to Manali, he meets Naina Talwar (Deepika Padukone), a shy, studious girl who decides to break free from her monotonous life. Over time, Naina falls for Bunny, but he leaves to chase his dreams. Years later, at their friend Aditi’s (Kalki Koechlin) wedding, Bunny and Naina reunite. The film explores their love story, friendships, and the eternal dilemma of choosing between love and ambition.

Performance

Ranbir Kapoor delivers a charismatic performance as Bunny, balancing his playful charm with moments of deep emotional conflict.
Deepika Padukone shines as Naina, portraying her transformation from an introverted girl to a confident woman beautifully. Her chemistry with Ranbir is effortless and heartfelt.
Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin add warmth and fun as Avi and Aditi, making the friendship dynamic incredibly relatable.

Direction & Screenplay

Ayan Mukerji crafts a modern, youthful film that blends fun, emotions, and nostalgia perfectly. The storytelling captures the essence of friendship, love, and growing up, making it relatable for anyone navigating their 20s. The pacing is smooth, shifting between grand adventure and deep emotional moments, keeping the audience engaged throughout.

Music

Pritam’s music is a major highlight, with chartbusters like:

"Badtameez Dil" – A high-energy party anthem
"Kabira" – A soul-stirring melody
"Ilahi" – Captures the wanderlust spirit of the film

Cinematography

Cinematography beautifully captures breathtaking visuals, from the snow-capped mountains of Manali to the lavish Udaipur wedding.

Final Verdict

A perfect blend of romance, friendship, and self-discovery, YJHD is a film that resonates deeply with today’s generation. Whether you watch it for the travel vibes, the emotional moments, or just the fun music, this movie remains an unforgettable experience.