Do Patti Review: Kajol-Kriti Sanon Netflix Release Is Slow But Intriguing
Do Patti starring Kajol, Kriti Sanon and Shaheer Sheikh streaming on Netflix is a slow burner but packed with intriguing suspense plot in the later half. The movie, directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi and written by Kanika Dhillon, is about domestic violence and the effects it makes on the lives of children and others from the surroundings. In Do Patti, the director and writer tackle a complex subject involving numerous individuals and social dynamics, handling it thoughtfully and with minimal flaws.
Starting from the beginning, the film follows a rhythmic structure centered around its introductory scenes, though it has a non-linear presentation.
The screenplay by Kanika Dhillon effectively maintains suspense, adding unexpected twists in the second half of Do Patti that eliminate predictability.
The story revolves around twin sisters (Kriti Sanon in a dual role) who grapple with behavioral struggles following the tragic deaths of their parents and navigate complex sibling dynamics at various stages of life. The plot takes a major shift when one of the twins marries a violent businessman from Haryana, Druv Sood (Shaheer Sheikh), who operates a paragliding enterprise in the mountains. Their troubled lives come under the scrutiny of a police officer, Vidya “VJ” Jyothi Kanwar (Kajol), who is committed to delivering strict, rule-based justice rather than taking shortcuts.
Kajol, the veteran among the lead actors, shines as VJ, the daughter of a judge-lawyer couple with contrasting approaches to justice. VJ’s approach is strictly by-the-book, and her character is given ample room to develop as the story progresses. Kajol’s casting proves advantageous for Shashanka Chaturvedi, as her intense dialogues and commanding presence add depth to the film, compensating for moments when the thriller pace lags.
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Kriti Sanon takes on a demanding dual role as Saumya Sood and Shailee Pundir. Saumya is particularly challenging, dealing with her own behavioral issues and the domestic abuse inflicted by her husband Druv. She also experiences ongoing conflict with her twin sister Shailee, who was somewhat abandoned in childhood and returns later, transformed and flamboyant.
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Saumya’s marriage to Druv was partly due to his attraction to her perceived simplicity as a “housewife,” yet Shailee’s presence heightens the tension, creating a volatile relationship. Kriti skillfully distinguishes the personalities of the two characters, effectively portraying the friction and polarization between them.
Shaheer Sheikh, as Druv Sood, convincingly portrays a violent, unrepentant character, striking the right balance without overacting.
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Timeline verdict: Do Patti would have been a perfect story about the effects of domestic violence if it had been treated with a bit more care. The first half drags a lot while the second half delivers much depth to the characters and story.
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