Pooja Meri Jaan

“Good intentions do not always a good film make: the promise is belied by the treatment, and the film stays mostly on the surface.”

“Pooja Meri Jaan deserves credit for tackling rejection, obsession and social judgment from a less conventional perspective. But while its premise invites a powerful courtroom examination of guilt and responsibility, the screenplay does not consistently deliver the legal or emotional intensity required. It remains relevant and thought-provoking, but ultimately feels like a promising idea that needed a more rigorous treatment.”

“Despite some choppy plot points, the film always holds attention and is a must-watch, especially in the current social climate. Pooja Meri Jaan doesn't necessarily bring a new story to the screen, but it reiterates a frightening reality.”

“Pooja Meri Jaan is well-intentioned, if not particularly brave. The drama sometimes gets heavy-handed, but makes the point clear that any conversation around consent must begin with taking a 'no' seriously. That's a message worth reiterating.”

“The film does not always handle its ideas with the same sharpness as its premise, but it is difficult to dismiss what it is trying to say. The film works best when it allows that difference in perception to exist—a useful observation about modern dating, where friendship, attraction and romantic expectation can become blurred.”

“On the whole, POOJA MERI JAAN works as a relevant and thought-provoking courtroom drama, with Mrunal Thakur delivering a sincere and effective performance. Though the courtroom portions are not always convincing, the eye-opening subject stays with you and has the potential to become a major talking point in the days to come.”

“Overall, Pooja Meri Jaan is decent watch that works until it doesn't. The film starts off well and keeps you engaged but eventually leaves you with a bitter-sweet feeling.”

“Pooja Meri Jaan has a story worth telling, but the execution doesn't quite come together. The rushed second half, predictable portions and weak writing hold it back.”

“Pooja Meri Jaan is a one-time watch. On paper, it looks good, but the final result does not do justice to the subject and the story. While the performances, particularly Mrunal Thakur's, keep the narrative engaging in parts, slow pacing and underdeveloped characters hold it back.”

“The film lacks the courage to stay in the grey zone for long. Instead, it eventually opts for a convenient resolution, diluting some of the complexity it so carefully built up.”

“Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi's Pooja Meri Jaan holds a deep message and powerful social commentary, which falters in execution. The film could be a standalone sequel to Taapsee Pannu's Pink, but misses its league.”

“That said, the film suffers from an overtly expository execution, operating much like a journalistic column that uses a real-world tragedy merely as a springboard for sociological commentary. Lacking a distinct visual palette or cinematic texture, it relies heavily on dialogue to deliver its thesis, ensuring that every moral and narrative beat is spoken rather than felt.”