The story hinges on a classic Bollywood conflict: the tension between the head and the heart, personified by two childhood friends.
The story follows Kabir "Bunny" Thapar (Ranbir Kapoor), a wanderlust-driven photographer who wants to live life to the fullest, ticking off experiences like a checklist. He crosses paths with Naina (Deepika Padukone), a studious topper who realizes she is missing out on life. Their journey takes us from the snowy peaks of Manali (a trekking trip) to the grand palaces of Udaipur (a destination wedding).
★★★★☆ (4/5)
You love Bollywood rom-coms, traveling, or just want to see Ranbir and Deepika’s electric chemistry. Skip it if: You dislike long movies or predictable storylines.
Their father (played by the legendary Nazir Hussain) sets up a bet: whosoever becomes successful first will inherit the business. Vijay, scoffing at the idea of sitting in an office, takes his geology degree to the Himalayas. Ratan stays back in Delhi, building a financial juggernaut.
Ayan Mukerji understands the pulse of the youth. He doesn't try to make a dark, gritty thriller; he makes a "Happy Film." The writing is crisp, with dialogues that have become iconic (like "Banna, dost the, hain, rahenge"). While the second half feels slightly long and the plot predictable, the emotional pay-off is worth the runtime.
Cinematographer V. Manikandan captured the snowy peaks of Manali and the royal grandeur of Udaipur with a vibrant palette that made the film a visual treat.