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Gori Tere Pyaar Mein

22 November 2013Hindi2h 30m
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 20 scored reviews · 6 not rated

Kareena shines, but weak script and absent humor leave this rom-com half-baked.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: Kareena Kapoor's standout performance
  • Criticised: Weak script and missing humor

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Critic consensus

What 23 critics are saying

Critical reception for 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein' was largely negative to mixed, with most reviewers finding it a formulaic, lightweight romantic comedy that fails to fully deliver on its genre promises. A handful of critics found it a breezy, one-time watch suited to fans of Karan Johar-style rom-coms, with Kareena Kapoor's performance and the lead pair's chemistry drawing specific praise. Common criticisms centered on a weak, illogical screenplay, an uneven tonal split between the two halves, a near-total absence of genuine humor for a supposed comedy, and a shallow portrayal of rural India. Several critics considered it one of Dharma Productions' weakest efforts and not worth a theatrical viewing.

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Critic reviews (26)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. Top critic

    TheFrontRow

    Film review ·

    ...is fun as long as it sticks to the formula. The best thing about Gori Tere Pyaar Mein! is Imran who maintains an easy charm, even when he's adjusting to gobar and garibi.
  2. Top critic

    IBNLive

    Film review ·

    We'd have cared more about this mismatched couple had the makers invested in a sharper script. It's as enjoyable as drinking a cup of tea that's been left out in the cold.
  3. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    Let's just say you should be grateful Karan Johar doesn't see an India beyond the metros more often. For when a Johar production heads to a village, as 'Gori Tere Pyaar Mein' does, it is the sort of village where people dressed in tie and dyes hang around to fawn over the city slicks who will deliver them from a collector.
  4. Bollywood Hungama

    Film review ·

    ...is a charming and refreshing coming of age film plus rom-com rolled into those 2.25 hours. The film maintains the right balance between amusement, hilarity and engaging moments. Recommended!
  5. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    This isn't the most rousing romance (second-half lacks 'rom'), but has its feel-good moments. Chew it up with some 'Chingam' and a cute date.
  6. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    It isn't flawless but it is immensely watchable. The film's positives easily topples its negatives which is why I recommend you to watch this. Kareena-Imran are one unconventionally fantastic on screen pair who make sure GTPM is a wonderful experience for you. If you thought Ayan Mukherji was Karan Johar's true protege, Punit Malhotra has upped his rank by emerging as a competitor.
  7. Mid-Day

    Film review ·

    While the first half is cheerful and breezy, in direct contrast the second half is grounded and purposeful. The climax disappoints a bit as the screenplay loses its steam and makes it all too simplistic, but even then watch this film because it attempts to talk about things that matter.
  8. Zee News

    Film review ·

    ...is a clean, light hearted and fun film but don't go to watch it keeping your expectations too high. If you are sucker for Rom-Coms, especially the Karan Johar kinds, and if you have not watched a film in a long while, then chances are you might enjoy it.
  9. India Today

    Film review ·

    This is Punit's second attempt at a rom-com and he gets a few things right and a few wrong, making Gori Tere Pyaar Mein an average entertainer.
  10. Rediff

    Film review ·

    Gori Tere Pyaar Mein is essentially two different films separated by an intermission, with a few, weak common threads between the two. It is a case of shoddy editing, writing and direction. Its saving grace is that it is a love story and the second half will manage to melt your heart, if only slightly. It's the classic opposites attract story and hey, if you're into that kind of thing, this might be your kind of film.
  11. India Today

    Film review ·

    It is left to Kareena to salvage the show, which she does to an extent. In the end, the burden of a boring script is too overwhelming for her to leave an impact. Tooh hoots - sorry, two stars - for all of it, what else.
  12. Mumbai Mirror

    Film review ·

    Alas, nothing portrayed in the film is too deep for anyone - not the characters in the film, not the audience. And here's the plight of GTPM - without a doubt every single person associated with the film is smarter than the film itself. It's a classic Bollywood vice: talking down to the audience, not giving them enough credit, assuming you're the intelligent one.
  13. Sify

    Film review ·

    With severely cliched characters, a glaring lack of humour for a rom-com, and a muddled love story that does not hold your interest, the only upside to the film is Kareena Kapoor's crackerjack performance.
  14. Wogma

    Film review ·

    Yet again, a romantic comedy that is underwhelming. At least, in this case we didn't expect any different.
  15. Dainik Bhaskar

    Film review ·

    ...is not even a slapstick comedy film that Bollywood filmmakers are churning out every alternate week. At least those films are paisa vassol, but in this film not only does the story take a backseat, but the humour element is also missing. Punit Malhotra, who was an assistant director in Dharma productions' films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie and Kal Ho Naa Ho, hasn't learnt anything from his last flop film I Hate Luv Storys.
  16. Glamsham

    Film review ·

    Romcoms like GORI TERE PYAR MEIN go for direct DVD/home video release these days in Hollywood. They are not worth the big marketing spend needed to get your film out and noticed in the crowded market place. This one has got a wide release thanks to Dharma Productions' preeminent position in the industry. It is not a significant film and achieves nothing worthwhile cinematically and on various other parameters. It's a wasted effort.
  17. India Today

    Film review ·

    All in all, the story is weak. Direction is poor too. Had Puneet stuck to a different kind of film perhaps, one that catered more to generation Z's rich tastes, then that film would've definitely fared better.Watch the movie if you have to, if you like to watch big stars on the big screen. For the rest, skipping this movie would be a wise decision.
  18. NowRunning

    Film review ·

    ...the weakest offering from Dharma Productions in the longest time and is an easy skip lest you are Imran or Kareena fans.

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