Mrs

Yet another Sanya Malhotra film that quietly drops on OTT and gets added to her other "underrated gems." Mrs is good, but it could have been great-if only it had better supporting characters instead of a walking, talking red flag factory.

The film is essentially an emotional beatdown for the main character, Richa. Whether you relate to her or not, you will feel bad for her because every other character exists solely to make her life miserable. Her family? Useless. Support? Nonexistent.

And here's the problem-good character writing requires some balance. You need flaws and redeeming qualities, but the supporting cast here is just a collection of people belittling women or being subtly (and not-so-subtly) prejudiced. Because of this, the film unintentionally lets some viewers off the hook. A lot of men watching this will think, Wait, I've never treated anyone this badly. This isn't me. And just like that, the film's social message loses its punch.

That being said, Mrs is visually stunning. The symbolism is great. Richa adjusting only the female statues while ignoring the male ones was a nice touch. The cinematography was on point. The background score? Could've been better.

Overall, Mrs is a well-made film, but one that leans too hard into misery without giving the audience much else. A little nuance in the supporting characters could have elevated this from sad to powerful. Instead, it's just really sad.

Well, after their first meeting it appeared that they met several times before tying the knot! Even they fell in love!!

Any normal girl who is getting into such arranged - love marriage would clearly tell her would be husband about her interests, profession, career and also that she would work after marriage.

Why such simple thing was kept out of the movie????

See, that's because then there wouldn't be any Masala!!

But the truth about movie's plot is - They both belonged to educated families. But they expected families a full time homemaker. And , why did she also expect that they will understand her?

Here I thought movie went wrong when it was just started! There was no communication, especially by girl. And I fail to understand, how come she did not continue talking about her interest in being dance teacher when this topic was brought before marriage!!

Sanya, you are awesome dear! But this simple communication thing, ruined movie for me.

This movie is quite epic in terms of the issue it tackles and how it handles it. "Mrs." revolves around the life of a young woman who is married into a seemingly educated and modern family, but the family turns out to be highly orthodox. It does not allow its women to work outside the kitchen and treats them just as some glorified domestic help.

The director does a good job on showcasing how these "values" are passed on through generations and older women hav grown accustomed to it. The actors play their characters very well. The father, chief patron of the house, and his son: these characters have been played so well that though they do not show an iota of violence throughout most of the runtime, your blood boils on seeing them on screen.

However, I think this movie could have done with better editing in the initial parts whcih is filled with long awkward pauses and weird background foley sounds.

Overall, this movie should be watched with your family and if they get uncomfortable with it, then I think it is the right time to start discussion around it.

"Mrs" is a captivating blend of emotion, resilience, and empowerment, elevated by a deeply moving storyline. The film beautifully explores the complexities of womanhood, independence, and societal expectations, all wrapped up in a compelling narrative that keeps you engaged throughout.

Santa Malhotra delivers a phenomenal performance, embodying the character with grace, strength, and vulnerability. Her nuanced portrayal brings authenticity to every scene, making her journey genuinely relatable and heartfelt. Her ability to convey emotions with subtle expressions is a testament to her remarkable talent.

The film's direction and pacing are commendable, with a well-crafted script that avoids clichés while delivering powerful messages. A must-watch for those seeking meaningful cinema led by an outstanding performance.

The entire movie, I kept waiting-now she'll take action, now she'll take action-but that moment never came. The story had potential, but the execution felt weak, with a frustrating lack of a strong comeback for the protagonist. Instead of evoking sympathy for Sanya, the film just bored me.

The pacing was slow, and the narrative felt more like an extended cooking reality show than an impactful drama. While the performances were decent, the screenplay failed to deliver the emotional punch it promised. Overall, Mrs was underwhelming and left me disappointed rather than moved. Skip it if you can, won't recommend .