Metro... In Dino

7+1 stars. +1 star for soothing music. Anurag Da's storyline and music taste is next level. Pankaj Tripathi sir, Anupam Kher sir, the dark horse in this movie. Interval Song is just superb. Storytelling with songs one of the finest for this year. Konkana mam's story was my favourite. Aditya Roy Kapoor looks refreshing. Music from Pritam Da, and Papon in ending just brought old memories. Small small details brought life to the movie. Other supporting actor were also impressive. Movie is quite long. But songs doesn't makes you feel the same. Monsoon season in the movie and the rain scenes are just awesome.

Metro In Dino opens with one of the best musical beginnings, where characters break the fourth wall and instantly pull you in. You do not even realise when twenty minutes have flown by. Everyone in the cast does well, though Ali and Fatima come across as slightly stiff in emotionally charged scenes. Adi is effortless and charismatic, and Sara pairs well with him. Neena Gupta and Anupam Kher remind you of their experience with ease. Pankaj and Konkona are the real standouts, with Pankaj bringing sharp comic timing through his subtle expressions and improvised bits. Pritam's music is wonderfully woven into the narrative. The songs do not just support the story, they carry its soul.

The first half is tight and keeps you thoroughly engaged.

It is the second half where the film loses some grip. The storylines begin to feel stretched, and the endings are not clearly defined. A few subplots could have been skipped to bring in more clarity and depth. That said, the camerawork and visual setups in some scenes are beautiful and worth appreciating. The film explores themes of infidelity and emotional detachment, and it leaves you with a feeling that this is the generalisation the film wants you to settle with. The resolution feels rushed and a bit too convenient. In the end, Metro In Dino remains a musically rich experience with a gripping first half, but the latter part misses the same emotional weight and leaves you wishing for a more satisfying conclusion.

OVERALL 7.5/10.

The movie is good in parts only.

But why have the makers portrayed only women-centric sub-stories? Why only women are being shown at the receiving end in a relationship?

Are there no unhappy or dissatisfied men out there?

A more balanced approach would have been to include at least one relationship where the man is the one who needs validation.

The only sub-plot making proper sense is that of Aditya Roy Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan. Rest all are extremely lopsided and sometimes over the top too.

Was hoping to see the magic of 'Life in a Metro' being repeated, but, that movie was at another level.

This one is a one time watch.

Did not expect to be hit in the feels like this. Metro... In Dino is that rare film that looks chill on the outside but lowkey punches you in the gut when you're least ready. A mature, layered, emotionally chaotic ride through what love, regret, and timing really mean in today's world.

Anurag Basu is in full control here. The way he juggles multiple stories, characters, moods-it's effortless. The man just gets human complexity. No melodrama, no preachy nonsense-just real people, real pain, and beautifully messy connections.

Konkona Sen Sharma & Pankaj Tripathi are just masterclasses on screen. Quiet brilliance. The rest of the cast also do a brilliant job except for Sara. She for the life of her just cannot act.

Pritam's music is soul touching, haunting, and so well placed that it hurts. It might be one of his most important works. Every note blends effortlessly with the screenplay.

This film isn't trying to impress. It's just honest-and that's what makes it hit. Relationships are messy, people are flawed, and life doesn't always come with closure.

Truly relatable and insightful look into diverse married lives. The film skillfully presents various relationship scenarios, making its content highly resonant.

The music was outstanding, featuring beautifully crafted songs with exceptionally good lyrics. While some dialogues transitioned into songs (reminiscent of Jagga Jasoos), the overall musical brilliance significantly enhanced the experience. The movie effectively covers a broad spectrum of marital themes, punctuated by well-placed sprinkles of humor.

Performances were generally strong: Ali Fazal's character was deeply affecting as a broken man, and Fatima Sana Shaikh compellingly portrayed her fight for career, love, and child. Pankaj Tripathi was, as always, phenomenal, alongside Anupam Kher's stressed character and Neena Gupta's perfect portrayal. Konkona's role felt a bit stretched, and Sara Ali Khan was average, while Aditya Roy Kapur's character leaned a bit too "filmy."

Despite minor issues, this segment of "Metro In Dino" is a great movie and definitely warrants a one-time watch for its heart and relatability.