Entertainment
Khichdi 2 Review: Not A Single Laughter Could Be Heard In The Theatre
Director: Aatish Kapadia
Cast: Praful Tulsidas Parekh, Supriya Pathak, Kirti Kulhari, and others.
Where: In theatres near you
Rating: 2 stars
Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan begins with the roller coaster ride of the Parekh family in a plane with Pratik Gandhi [guest appearance] driving this madcap family as their pilot. Their jokes turn him crazy. What happens to the pilot and how they reach “Thukistaan”, what documentary film are they planning to shoot there while playing different roles in this documentary film taking the audiences through a journey forms the crux of the story.
While experiencing this journey they serve various jokes to the audiences. Its story with comical jokes created with our daily spoken language, Mission Paanthukistan brings back the Parekh Family on the celluloid with mistaken identities and humorous uproar.
The Parikh family travelling to the Swiss Alps, battling villains and dancing to Bollywood-style songs –especially the romantic song of Kirti Kulhari and Jamnadas Majethia- desperately trying to make it hilarious indeed fails to create that magic on the screen.
Rajeev Mehta’s incredible metamorphosis into an emperor, chock full with an outstanding beard, a mustache, and royal clothing fails to ignite that thrill element. The Parikh family takes on a mission on a worldwide scale but it looks like they have shot these worldwide locations creating the sets makes it look unworthy of the real locations. Had it been shot in real locations it would have added some more value to the screen.
Hansa Praful Parekh played by Supriya Pathak brings back all the fun and magnetism that audiences may enter the theatres for and she as usual has done a wonderful job with her typical Gujarati accent. Praful Tulsidas Parekh played by Rajeev Mehta, has managed to play both King and Praful excellently showcasing it in his craft. Anang Desai as Babuji, Vandana Pathak as Jayshree, and Jamnadas Majethia as Himanshu all played their parts well in a typical Gujarati loud manner.
Aatish Kapadia’s direction does help one and all characters to give their best timings and why not all the actors are well talented. The Captain of the ship has helped all the characters to raise the bar.
All in all the gags are not very fresh and new and nothing over the top. This slapstick comedy despite its touching moments fails to ignite those bouts of laughter. The jokes do not tickle the funny bones at all. We were watching a film amidst merely 20 people in a theatre, not a single laughter could be heard.
The music goes missing as there is nothing much from the musical sphere so the audiences may feel the lack of music as Indian music plays a pivotal role in our films.
The loose screenplay and slow editing needed to be upped to give a better outcome. Low production value especially can be noted in video scenes shot flying high up in the sky and shooting documentaries in film by the actors.
Verdict: The craziness in this despicable journey goes missing in Khichdi 2 Mission Paanthukistan. Gujarati audiences will surely watch this film once as they have a lot of ”Bhaichara” attitude.
Bollywood
Hrithik Roshan’s says ‘What a joy’ after attending Joy Awards 2025
Mumbai, Jan 29: The prestigious entertainment awards from the Arab world, Joy Awards were held in Riyadh a couple of days ago. Hrithik Roshan represented India at the global event, along with actress Shraddha Kapoor. Now, the “War” actor has taken to his official Instagram account to pen a thank you note.
Showing his gratitude for being a part of the prestigious event, Hrithik Roshan wrote, “What a joy it was to be at the @joyawards 2025 in the presence of some of the best talents from across the globe! Thank you @turkialalshik for having me be a part of this celebration of Global Entertainment and cinema.”
Previously, the official Instagram handle of Joy Awards shared a group portrait of numerous celebrities from around the world who were a part of the event. While Hrithik Roshan looked all handsome in a red pantsuit, Shraddha Kapoor was a sight to behold in an abaya-inspired corset gown.
In the meantime, Hrithik Roshan recently used social media to wish his sister Sunaina Roshan on her birthday. Posting a picture of his sister after her incredible weight loss journey, the ‘Super 30’ wrote, “Happy birthday Didi. Your newfound attitude to life and the things you have accomplished this past year are nothing less than extraordinary! In fact it’s almost magical. Keep going didi ! You are amazing and I love you”.
Furthermore, Hrithik Roshan celebrated 25 years of his debut film “Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai” with a special Instagram post. Sharing many pictures of the notes that he wrote ahead of the shooting of the film as part of his preparation, he wrote in the caption, “My notes from 27 years ago. Prepping as an ACTOR for my first movie ‘Kaho Na Pyaar Hai’, I remember how nervous I was. Still am when starting a movie. I’d be embarrassed sharing these, but after 25 years of being in the industry I guess I can handle it. Then to now, what’s changed? I see these pages and realise, absolutely nothing. Good thing? Bad thing? It’s just how it is (sic)”.
Bollywood
Saif Ali Khan Stabbing Case: Bandra Court Sends Accused Shariful Islam To 14 Days Of Judicial Custody, Rejects Police Demand For 2-Day Extension
Mumbai: In the Saif Ali Khan stabbing case, the Metropolitan Magistrate Court, Bandra sent the accused, Shariful Islam, to judicial custody for 14 days.
The court has rejected the police’s demand for a two-day extension of custody.
The court advised the police to read the new BNS. It also stated that if new evidence emerges during the investigation, police custody can be sought again as per the new BNS laws.
The court said in the current situation, extending the accused’s police custody cannot be justified.
Bollywood
‘What A Shame, Face Consequences’: Prakash Raj Files Complaint Against Those Sharing His FAKE Maha Kumbh Photo
Veteran actor Prakash Raj, who often makes headlines for his controversial statements, has slammed those spreading his fake photo from Sangam amid Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. A picture is being widely circulated on social media platforms, showing the actor taking a holy dip. However, on Wednesday (January 29), Prakash Raj took to his official X account to inform that the photo is fake.
The Singham actor shared a screenshot of the picture, which was originally shared by a Facebook user with the caption, “Hope all his sins are forgiven and removed.”
Reacting to the picture, the actor said that it is a ‘shame’ that people are spreading fake news during Maha Kumbh. He also mentioned in his post that he has filed a police complaint against those who shared the AI-generated photo.
“FAKE NEWS ALERT… The last resort of bigots and coward army of ‘Feku Maharaj’ is to stoop down and spread FAKE NEWS.. even during their Holy ceremony.. what a SHAME .. Complaint has been filed against the Jokers .. face the consequences,” he wrote.
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Prakash Raj is no stranger to controversies, given his outspoken nature when it comes to sharing his political views. The renowned actor frequently finds himself entangled in such situations.
Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor will be seen in films like Retro, Jana Nayagan, Father, Big Picture, Miracle, Sathuranga Vettai 2, Goodachari 2, Pen Adimai Illai, Agni Siragugal and more.
It may be noted that Bollywood celebrities like Kabir Khan, Remo D’Souza, Anupam Kher, Hema Malini and Mamta Kulkarni visited Maha Kumbh and took the holy dip.
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