Dhadak 2 Review: A Brave Film That Feels Too Careful

Directed by Shazia Iqbal and starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, Dhadak 2 takes a big risk: it talks about caste discrimination in a space where Bollywood usually stays silent. And while I respect the courage, I also couldn’t help but wish the film had spoken a little louder.

The Premise Feels Personal

The story is simple but meaningful. A young couple from different castes falls in love. They’re hopeful, innocent, and dreaming of a future together. But slowly, the invisible walls of caste start to close in — through their families, friends, and eventually, society itself.

It’s not one dramatic moment that ruins things — it’s a series of small, cruel reminders that their love isn’t welcome. And honestly? That felt real. That’s how caste works in many parts of India — not always loudly, but always present.

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Siddhant and Triptii Carry the Film

If there’s one reason to watch this movie, it’s the performances. Siddhant plays his role with such quiet intensity. You can see the frustration in his silences, and it feels like he’s always holding something back — anger, sadness, or maybe just the exhaustion of constantly being judged.

Triptii Dimri is equally strong. She doesn’t overact. She just is. Her confusion, fear, and the constant tug between love and loyalty to her family are all visible in the way she moves, speaks, even stands. Together, their chemistry feels natural, not forced.

A Story That’s Brave, But Too Safe

Let’s give the film credit: Bollywood hardly ever touches caste, especially in a romantic setting. So Dhadak 2 stepping into this space is a big deal. But here’s the thing — when the topic is this serious, I believe you can’t afford to be too gentle.

Yes, the film shows the consequences of casteism. Yes, it highlights how love can be crushed by prejudice. But just when you expect the story to get raw or loud — it doesn’t. It pulls back. It softens the blow. And that felt like a missed chance.

It’s as if the film wanted to say something important but didn’t want to offend too many people while doing it.

Cinematography, Music & More

Visually, the film is beautiful. The small-town setup, the warm tones, the tight shots that make you feel the tension — all of it works. The music is minimal but effective. It doesn’t distract, and the silence between dialogues often says more than words ever could.

But again, the question is — should a film like this be beautiful? Or should it make us uncomfortable?

Conclusion

Dhadak 2 is a necessary film. It’s honest in its intention and graceful in its execution. It gives us something we rarely see — a story of love caught in the claws of caste. But the truth is, it plays it a little too safe.

It’s like a conversation that starts strong but ends in a whisper. And when you're talking about something as deep and damaging as caste, maybe a whisper isn’t enough. Still, for trying, for caring, and for bringing this topic to a wider audience, Dhadak 2 deserves to be seen.

Even if it doesn’t roar, at least it speaks. And sometimes, that’s where change begins.