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Mere Dad Ki Maruti

15 March 2013Hindi1h 41m
Comedy
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 7 critic reviews

A light, breezy Punjabi comedy that works on its own modest terms but little beyond.

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

  • Praised: light, unforced comic entertainment
  • Criticised: thin beyond surface entertainment

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User score 6.3 out of 10 from 3 ratings, not enough ratings for a verdict yet
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What 7 critics are saying

Critical reception for Mere Dad Ki Maruti is moderately positive, with most reviewers finding it an easy, likable watch that delivers light entertainment without demanding much from its audience. Critics most commonly praised its breezy, unforced comic tone and its small-budget execution that punches above its weight. The most consistent criticism is that the film offers little beyond surface-level entertainment, with some reviewers noting it should not be approached with high expectations. Its relatively restrained portrayal of Punjabi culture was noted as a positive by at least one critic.

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Positive = 6.5/10 and up · negative = below 5/10

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Critic reviews (7)

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

  2. Top critic

    Rediff

    Film review ·

    Give it a whirl. Like a Rado wristwatch that a character automatically dismisses for fake, this film may not look it but happens to be the real thing.

  4. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    On the upside, the Punjabbi-ness is not exaggerated. No giddhas-bhangras. No bijis-baujis. And no rock-garden-Chandigarh or Sukhna-lake-Chandigarh.

  5. Bollywood Hungama

    Film review ·

    On the whole, MERE DAD KI MARUTI is a joyride. Mazedaar, masaledaar, full-on entertainer. Hitch a ride on this one instantly!

  6. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    Mere Dad Ki Maruti is just another really well made small budgeted film that tickles your funny bones, breaking you down into fits of unforced giggles and laughter! Give your popcorn a miss and enjoy this mad cap comic caper as it will be worth your time and money! Waste feil gayi, yaar!

  7. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    Don't expect an out-and-out comedy, the film is a light-hearted family entertainer with a message for the youth. Do take your dad along for it, in his gaddi!

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3 ratings · user score 6.3

  1. Shashwat SisodiaNov 2019
    6/10

    Are you a Punjabi? Relatable- check. Are you wedding game? Enjoyable- Check. Are you a DDLJ person? Ram Kapoor's authoritative performance- check. My checklist gets just a few ticks up, and the movie is not one of my high favourites. Wondering why the film's here? Because it's exactly that mindless masala romantic entertainer you rarely get to fully fledged proportions these days. It has comedy, drama, romance, everything- but it doesn't compromise to a relatable plot premise. Anything which offers you a story like Mere Dad Ki Maruti is a goddamn hella good joyride. There is full Chak De Fatte faadu 'danger' dulhan-dulha story with a reminiscent tone of Jab We Met we haven't met before.

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