“Do Patti” is an Indian movie starring Kriti Sanon, Kajol, and Shaheer Sheikh. It is directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi.
Netflix has released “Do Patti,” a Bollywood-style drama that delves into the challenging topic of domestic violence in India and the struggles some women face in reporting it. The film, which begins almost like a thriller, evolves into a love story before ultimately transforming into a near-judicial drama centered on the issue of domestic violence, this time focusing on the story of two twin sisters.
Plot Summary
Shailee and Saumya are two very different sisters: one is outgoing and wild, while the other is reserved and introspective. When Dhruv Sood enters their lives, the two sisters grow apart because he chooses the wild and party-loving sister. However, nothing is as it seems, and Dhruv’s charm soon reveals a very different side.
About the Film
Although it is not a major production, “Do Patti” possesses that Bollywood touch that appeals to many: even in a drama like this, there are concessions to popular cinema, and it never neglects entertainment and sentimentality. In the hands of another filmmaker or if it were a European film, the story would have likely been more realistic, harsher, and less saccharine. However, “Do Patti” opts to obscure the more bitter and realistic aspects, choosing instead to tell a difficult story in a commercial and entertaining manner.
Let’s be honest, the film struck us as somewhat inconsistent in its approach and narrative, constantly shifting genres, which results in a rather jarring mix. Whether this approach is successful or not is for the audience to decide. Nonetheless, it certainly stands out in its commercial approach to a dark, difficult, and socially complex subject like domestic violence. The film presents a unique angle on tackling such a grim topic while still aiming to entertain.
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