Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 may be a chaotic comedy, but it subtly highlights a time when the Constitution was valued above religion and the idea of India transcended personal animosity, observes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.
Social Media and Hate
Each week, distressing news surfaces on social media. Incidents of young Muslims being attacked for relationships with Hindus under the guise of ‘Love Jihad’ are common. Similarly, Hindus face violence for being involved with Muslims, termed ‘Bhagwa Love Trap.’ These expressions have become part of everyday hate rhetoric, often used to justify violence. It’s alarming how freely mobs decide the fate of two individuals simply in love. This reflects the reality in what many describe as the ‘New India,’ where hatred is public.
The Special Marriage Act
While the Special Marriage Act exists to allow interfaith couples to marry without interference, the reality is different. Vigilante groups often target couples at marriage bureaus and registrar offices, turning a lawful decision into a dangerous ordeal. In such a climate, discussing a simple love story seems futile. Yet, Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 finds its voice in this absurdity.
The Storyline
The film centers on Mohan Sharma (Kapil Sharma) and Saniya Hussain (Hira Warina), whose college romance has endured for 16 years. Despite their hopes, their families do not approve of their interfaith marriage. Eventually, Mohan agrees to convert to Islam, adopting the name Mehmood, to marry Saniya, setting the stage for ensuing chaos.
Unexpectedly, Mohan ends up marrying three women from different religions. The film unfolds through a series of misunderstandings and near-reveals, keeping the audience on edge as they anticipate the inevitable clash of Mohan’s secret lives.
Embracing Humor
The narrative may lack logic, but the film never promises it. Instead, it embraces its silliness. In an era where Hindi cinema often carries heavy-handed messages, this light-hearted approach is refreshing. Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 aims to make the audience laugh without delving into deep metaphors.
The film humorously addresses religious diversity without offending any group, sending a message that love and humanity surpass religious identity. A key dialogue captures this sentiment, explaining that humans do not choose their religion at birth, making judgments based on religion meaningless.
Performances
Writer-director Anukalp Goswami keeps the film engaging with a tight pace and timely character introductions. A notable subplot involves Sushant Singh as an inspector determined to find a man with three wives in Bhopal, unaware it’s his brother-in-law.
Asrani delivers a memorable performance as a priest in Goa, showcasing his comedic timing. Manjot Singh shines as Mohan’s friend, adding humor through his reactions and missteps.
The actresses playing the wives (Parul Gulati, Tridha Choudhury, and Ayesha Khan) deliver solid performances, balancing innocence and suspicion as required. Kapil Sharma stands out with his natural comedic timing and expressions, using physical humor effectively.
Conclusion
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 avoids direct preaching, instead using comedy to remind viewers that love and personal freedom should not be hindered by narrow-mindedness. In divisive times, this film offers a refreshing perspective through humor.
Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2 entertains with laughter, sometimes the best remedy for tension.
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