Filled with stereotype characters, and predictable plotline of rom-com, with good music and fabulous performances, this one is not the perfect cut on its level. You cannot compare this one to the director’s previous “Jaane Tu Yaa Jaane Na†because here the story is way too much simple to understand. The writing did not have wittiness and with loop holes it was difficult to absorb the story; but the director have given a refreshing narrative and so this film may end as a buoyant fun to enjoy. The screenplay also lacks the moments to grow on viewers in first half. The first half is too slow though it had some funny scenes to enjoy. First half is below the mark, but the second half starts well and has many things to tell. The scenes where these friends start their funny discussions are very easy to laugh on; they are the highlight moments for the film. Such are the scenes which keeps the momentum high. The climax of the film is composed simply in a potboiler way, but we don’t complain because that was part of the film. A.R.Rahman’s music is good but doesn’t match to his level. The performances are first rate. John Abraham topples the list with his endearing screen presence. Pakhi is good and Raghu Ram is a fun guy to spot on. Rest all characters provides the film’s best scenes, and all credit goes to the director. The director is in terrific form but the predictable script doesn’t allow the director to rise above it. The dialogues are very good in the lingo of youths. Only a good script and better first half would have changed it into much entertaining film unlike this. Still “Jhootha Hi Sahi†is an above average film which should watched once without expecting much from it. Though first half may disappoint you, but second half is engaging. I’m going with generous ratings because of splendid performances.
Review: 3/5
