Do Deewane Shehar Mein, a love story that blossoms amidst the busy city life and loneliness, has become a topic of discussion among the audience. Despite Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur’s excellent acting and the sensibility of the film, there are some aspects where the film seems to lose its luster. Let’s find out where this film stood and where it fell short. The biggest weakness of the film is its pacing. The story slows down at many places, especially in the second half of the film. It feels like the story is moving in the same place. Some scenes are overdrawn to convey the depth of emotion, which can test the audience’s patience.
Two crazy people in the city: the story
The story revolves around two young men, Roshni Srivastava (Marunal Thakur) and Shashank Sharma (Sidhat Chaturvedi), living in the busy city of Mumbai. It’s a millennial love story that steers clear of big romantic ideas, focusing instead on the insecurities that many young people face today. Shashank works in a successful corporate company but harbors a deep reluctance. He has some speech difficulties, which may seem minor, but in a competitive corporate space where communication matters, it slowly erodes his confidence.
On the other hand Roshni works in a famous media agency. She is modern and independent but deeply complex about her appearance. She hides herself from the world, afraid that she might not be accepted for who she is. The families of both are insisting on them to get married but they are delaying this decision. Their fear is less about their partner and more about themselves. They feel that if they cannot accept themselves, how can anyone else love them? The film revolves around how these two imperfect people meet and gradually realize that a true relationship begins with self-acceptance.
Two Mad Men in the City: Performance
The film’s strongest point is its lead performances. Siddhant Chaturvedi brings a quiet maturity to the role of Shashank. He does not turn the character’s speech problem into a satire or joke. Mrinal Thakur has once again proved his acting skills. In the role of Roshni, she very carefully portrays the difference between the outward confidence and inner struggle of a working woman. His eyes do most of the talking, especially in scenes where words are few.
Two Mad Men in the City: Direction and Technical Matters
Director Ravi Udayvar treats Mumbai not just as a backdrop but as a character in itself. The film opens with the chaos of local trains, traffic and narrow streets, showing a city where everyone is on the run. The visual is clear, showing how the city often forces people to change or hide their identities. The direction leans towards realism, balancing the tenderness of classic romance with the harshness of modern reality.
The dialogues seem natural and relatable to today’s generation. As the visuals move from the chaos of Mumbai to the serenity of the mountains, they not only reflect the change in setting, but also the inner journey of the characters. The cinematography and background score support the mood and create a great experience. This is a film that will connect more with people living in metro cities. People from small towns may find it difficult to adjust to the fast-paced life, but those who have moved to cities like Mumbai or Delhi may find it familiar and comfortable.
Message of the movie: The most important thing is to love yourself
Despite its flaws, ‘Do Deewane Shahr Mein’ leaves a very important and simple message. The film reminds us how important it is to love ourselves before loving anyone else. This is the story of people who think of themselves as ‘incomplete’ or who feel that they cannot be loved because of their shortcomings. The basic mantra of the film is- “True love doesn’t try to change or fix you, but accepts you as you are.”
final call
The story of Lakhti and Shashank is like a ‘calm break’ in the middle of this noisy city. Despite the technical flaws and slow pace, the film’s intentions and message are very sincere. If you want to watch a quiet, emotional and relatable movie away from the noise and action movies, then this movie is a must watch. Siddhant and Mrinal’s acting makes this experience even more special.