Chand Mera Dil: Film Review
Bollywood films typically have a happy ending when the hero and heroine finally reunite. But the true story of director Vivek Soni’s “Chand Mera Dil” begins after this traditional happy ending, when love reaches the stage of marriage and then real life begins. Children, responsibilities, financial pressures, compromises, and everyday challenges… it’s during this journey that a person truly learns the value of bread & butter. And this is where the film raises an important question: can love survive amidst these harsh realities of life, as it appears in films? Indeed, this fresh and realistic perspective on the story emerges as the biggest plus point of “Chand Mera Dil.”
The story unfolds first in the glow of campus life, where youthful romance blossoms among Gen-Z dreamers, and later shifts into a messy relationship drama involving marriage, emotional trauma, and parenthood. Vivek Soni brings a sense of freshness to the story by going beyond a conventional Bollywood romance. Up until the interval, the film stays engaging because it explores not just love, but also the realities of early marriage, emotional pressure, responsibilities, and shattered expectations.
The film is narrated largely from Aarav’s perspective, with Chandni positioned as both the emotional center of the story and the heart of Aarav’s world. Because of this narrative choice, the writer-director Vivek Soni naturally aligns the emotional sentiment more closely with Aarav, and as a result, much of the audience’s sympathy also leans toward him. At the same time, Chandni’s decision to leave after being hit “just once” becomes one of the film’s most important emotional conflicts. To some people, it may appear like a small or impulsive reaction, but for someone whose childhood was shaped by the trauma of domestic violence, even a single act of abuse can feel intolerable. That emotional and psychological layer is what makes the film feel relatable and grounded, despite its melodramatic moments.
The film also deserves credit for touching on sensitive themes like toxic relationships and domestic abuse without completely glamorizing them. The hero and heroine’s emotional breakdowns and guilt-ridden scenes also leave an impact. The film raises the question of whether love or respect is more important in relationships. While I felt the second half became overly melodramatic, the story falls apart. The screenplay weakens. The drama, which gradually builds, loses its impact by the climax. The climax feels largely predictable. Eespecially its message that respect and emotional safety in a relationship should never be treated as “small issues.”
Speaking of music, Sachin-Jigar’s work is great. The title track and “Ishq Nibhawan” are particularly memorable, while their choreography is also captivating. The film’s color palette is attractive. Debojit Ray’s cinematography beautifully captures the cityscapes of both America and Hyderabad. However, despite good intentions, strong conflict, and some effective emotional moments, shortcomings in the story and screenplay hinder the film’s overall impact. But it keeps you hooked. It shows a side of love and marriage that is often assumed to end with a “happy ending” on screen. This is what brings the film closer to real life.
We’ve seen Lakshya go overboard with violence in film “Kill.” He was captivating in the “Bads of Bollywood” series. Now, he’s brought his character Aarav to life in this love story. He delivers in every way. He’s incredibly effective in emotionally charged scenes.
Ananya Panday also shines as Chandni. She continues to mature as an actress. As for the co-stars, there’s not much to do except play friends.
Why watch: A fresh love story that doesn’t just spin romantic dreams. Lakshya and Ananya make a fresh pairing that captivates. ‘Chand Mera Dil’ could be a great one-time watch.
despite good intentions, strong conflict, and some effective emotional moments, shortcomings in the story and screenplay hinder the film’s overall impact. But it keeps you hooked. It shows a side of love and marriage that is often assumed to end with a “happy ending” on screen. This is what brings the film closer to real life.
We’ve seen Lakshya go overboard with violence in “Kill.” He was captivating in the “Bads of Bollywood” series. Now, he’s brought his character Aarav to life in this love story. He delivers in every way. He’s incredibly effective in emotionally charged scenes.
Ananya Panday also shines as Chandni. She continues to mature as an actress. As for the co-stars, there’s not much to do except play friends.
Why watch: A fresh love story that doesn’t just spin romantic dreams. Lakshya and Ananya make a fresh pairing that captivates. ‘Chand Mera Dil’ could be a great one-time watch.