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"Dil Dosti Dilemma" is a charming addition. The show's fresh cast brings a vibrant energy to the screen, making the story both engaging and a whole lot of fun. While it may not be the most groundbreaking series, its lighthearted approach makes it a perfect choice for a leisurely binge-watch.

The plot offers plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers hooked, and the relatable characters add a layer of depth. With a winning combination of humor, friendship, and a touch of romance, "Dil Dosti Dilemma" delivers a delightful viewing experience. If you're looking for a show that's easy to enjoy and guaranteed to leave you smiling, this one is worth checking out.

They have done some good stuff in this show, no denial. But the writing is so cringy, the characters so caricature-ish, and the depth show shallow that you just can't take it seriously.

This is one of those classic TVF style shows that are in trend which are a result of Flames and Immature being successful. Very low stakes, very lazy writing, no character depth at all.

If you're craving a Crushed/Immature style immature show with tryhard comedy this might be for you. But if you want to watch something that is actually meaningful, and is not based on the TVF success pattern of creating low stakes happy shows, this is not for you.

It was quite good to watch it but slowly you'll feel you are watching the Never have I ever only. Anushka sen as Devi Vishwakumar having strong connection with dad and less strong with mom, Naina as elenor little bit chubby types and have parents working in fashion/drama. Taniya as Margot even looks the same as her , has parents issues , Armaan as paxton and having 2 cheeks around everytime.

Good points - Storyline is good , acting of naani, Nana and farzan was awesome, can be connected with today's GenZ and can be a great learning for them.

Bad points - too much similarity, last episode is boring, little bit overacting

Overall one time watch.

Adapted from the YA novel Asmara's Summer by Andaleeb Wajid, Dil Dosti Dilemma on Prime Video is a youthful and entertaining series that showcases Anushka Sen's talent in the lead role as Asmara, a privileged girl from Bengaluru whose planned summer trip to Canada gets unexpectedly rerouted to her grandparents' middle-class neighbourhood. This sets up a coming of age narrative filled with humour, life lessons, and emotional moments.

The supporting cast, featuring talented actors like Tanvi Azmi and Shishir Sharma as Asmara's grandparents add significant warmth to the storyline. Their interactions with Asmara are the best parts of the show. Unfortunately the subplots involving Asmara's best friends tend to derail the flow of the story. These story tracks are woefully underdeveloped and lack the same depth and charm as the core narrative that they constantly keep interrupting - not to mention the majority of the cringe humour is to be found with Asmara's interaction with her BFFs.

Ultimately, this is a cute series that strikes a balance between humour and drama while exploring themes of family, tradition, and self-discovery. Anushka Sen has a successful career ahead of her!

Nice serial......saw 2 episodes only......grandson wants to watch something else......giving it a break.

Somebody has done a good job of researching the lifestyle in the separate environments and the delinquencies of the immature children grown up to fake living standards.

The story until now is a fact of life and not just a figment of imagination. The reality isn't weird as sanskara and samskara only can bring the children onto the ground level.....sending her to her Naanis house is a correct resolution.

Humorous and keeps one glued to the TV. Your acting as the typical retired husband of the house is also an eye opener for all house holds.

The script is nice and natural, obviously, meant more for the present generation on values of relationships.

" Dil Dosti Dilemma" streaming on Prime Video is a series depicting the disconnect between the older generation and the Gen Z... and how it is bridged once the youngsters realise that they can make a difference by playing an active role, rather than remaining apathetic and indifferent...has all the ingredients for a heartwarming tale of friendship and camaraderie and about the culture and traditions... it's directed by Debbie Rao and based on Andaleeb Wajid's YA novel, "Asmara's Summer"... this Series is set in Bengaluru...we get to see glimpses of it... Anushak Sen as Asmara is a delight to watch...a natural and blends into being Asmara with absolute ease...she holds her ground firmly even in the scenes with the more experienced Tanvi Azmi.... Shishir Sharma is absolutely adorable as Naanu...absolutely natural...and so is Tanvi Azmi, she looks so graceful... special mention must be made of the few romantic scenes between Tanvi and Shishir ...sooo cute... Kush Jotwani, as Farzaan, has a good presence and is charming as the young man whose life takes a different turn after the entry of Asmara...they make a cute couple... Vishakha Pandey playing Rukhsana is a treat to the eye too ...Suhasini Mulay as the grumpy grandmother Akhtar Begum is brilliant...Asmara's 2 friends Tania (Elisha Mayor) and Naina (Revathi Pillai) are good in their respective roles too... This Series doesn't want you to rack your brains in over the top drama, but instead has you laughing, having fun, crying and falling in love with your family in the simplest and yet complicated ways... plus the characterisation of the 3 friends and how Debbie Rao explores the complexities of teenage friendship, is perfectly displayed... Overall it's a low-cal, feel-good entertainer that gradually draws you in, just the way Asmara is drawn into Tibri Road...and leaves you dangling in anticipation for the next season...

This show is a very fun and easy breeze to sit through and watch in one sitting. Having read the book Asmara's Summer by which it has been adapted recently, this show fleshes out those characters in they way that they deserved.

The comedy was fun and my whole family sat through it and watched it together.

The young cast shows off that they can stand against the veteran actors during the drama sequences of the show.

The music that has been composed for this show stands out and delivers when it is needed and the songs are some of the best recent original Hindi songs I have heard in a long time.

"Dil Dosti Dilemma" falls painfully short of its promise, delivering a cringe-worthy viewing experience that leaves much to be desired. From its uninspired plot to its lackluster performances, this series struggles to find its footing in the realm of entertainment.

One of the most glaring issues with "Dil Dosti Dilemma" lies in its storyline, which feels derivative and predictable. The narrative fails to offer any originality or depth, opting instead for tired tropes and clichéd scenarios that do little to engage the audience. As a result, the plot feels stagnant and uninspiring, making it difficult to invest in the characters or their struggles.

Compounding the series' problems are the performances of its actors, which range from wooden to outright cringeworthy. Despite their best efforts, the cast members seem unable to breathe life into their roles, leaving the viewer with little reason to care about their fates. Dialogue delivery is stilted, emotions feel forced, and chemistry between characters is virtually nonexistent, further detracting from the overall viewing experience.

In the end, "Dil Dosti Dilemma" fails to deliver on its potential, offering little in the way of entertainment value. While it may hold some appeal for die-hard fans of the genre, most viewers are likely to find themselves disappointed by its lack of substance and quality. For those seeking engaging storytelling and compelling performances, it's best to look elsewhere.

I loved it. I was a bit hesitant to watch it in the beginning but after 20 mins I binge watched it. I loved all the characters and was it Tibri world. Great work entire cast and crew. Bond between Asmara and Ruru is amazing. Totally enjoyed their signature step. Nana and Nani are lovable. Everyone wish they have similar Nana and Nani. This series also tells us about the value of people over the money. Songs are also very touchy and enjoyed the comedy. I would recommend this series to my entire family and friends. It's worth watching with entire family. This could be a great line for the film even.

It started good, as the story goes on it became cringy. The cast was new n fresh but there in nothing fresh when it comes to the script. Seems like old 90s story. Just a rich girl coming to a poor place, and there is ladka in pados jisse wo aate samay takra jati hai and she eventually fall in love with that boy. Started changing the situation of that poor society there. With no touch of reality. Very Disappointing.

I like the awesome threesome thing. I like when it started with thier friendship n all. Problems in all thier life's. But later on the story just focusses on one love story n tibri road. There is no dosti later on, no real dilemma, only cringy and creepy Dil was there!

I like the cast but story could have been better!

1. Contemporary, relatable storyline 2. The screen adaptation, I'm sure has been made to look more 2024 than 2016; and it has worked.

3. There is a sense of snobbiness in the main characters but at the same time a lot of refreshing innocence, making them even more likable 4. The dialog delivery, the acting is more natural than stage acting influenced exaggeration.

5. It's feel good but not so idealistic that it's almost impractical.

6. The class struggle, especially between the people who are entitled and the world they were not a part of and too embarrassed to acknowledge being connected to, is all too real in any society where the class divide is massive, especially in the contempary India. It's very relatable.

7. The acting by senior actors like Tanvi Azmi and Shishir Sharma is a delight but the younger ones brought a refreshing combination of maturity and innocence that was magical.

8. The dialogs in Urdu but not so chaste that it's impossible for a normal Hindi speaker to understand was mellifluous while being practical.

Absolutely loved Dil, Dosti, Dilemma! Such great acting from all the actors and what a charming lead. The sets are absolutely beautiful and real and the entire series is delightfully produced. Ended up binge watching it! Cannot wait for season 2! Hands down the best Indian series made on any OTT platform. Definitely has some twists and so well adapted. Definitely a must watch! The series feels all too real and relatable. All the characters are so likeable and the acting is spot on. All the actors have been cast perfectly. A massive round of applause to the producers, actors, and the entire crew on this hit!

The portrayal of Tibri Road, where the biker-car incident occurred in the series, was unsettling. People live there, and it's unfair to portray it negatively. Despite being fictional, such representations can impact viewers' perceptions. It's important to be mindful of the communities depicted, even in a fictional series. It's inappropriate to depict it in a derogatory manner. Some residents were actually looking forward to seeing their neighborhood, but the way it was depicted was disappointing and disrespectful. Such portrayal should not have been done, as it can affect people's perception of the area and cause distress among the residents.

Can I just say I just finished finished watching the whole thing in a stretch. Episodes 6 and 7 are one the best episodes I have seen in any Indian OTT series. So real, not clichéd, not over the top - backed by an awesome story, script, acting, direction, cinematography and production values. They are so well done and not done in a predictable clingy manner. In fact I thought episode 6 was so great I was worried episode 7 will fall to.same formulaic ending .... but.man did it hold up. If fact if there are award shows for TV series ... these are the episodes which should be sent. So Many real and relatable reasons to watch - characters whose performances stay with you. The dilemmas faced by Young Adults is also well captured.

Subpar storyline completely filled with clichéd moments.

The series supposedly takes place in bengaluru but it seems like more of a fantasised city in MP along with a few famous imagery of bengaluru thrown in with a couple of kannada words and phrases inserted into scenes mostly where it had no appropriate meaning.

The highlight of the series is the amazing background score by Sid Paul and aesthetically pleasing cinematography.

The acting performance by the artists is good but acting out clichéd scenes make the artists seem like they are overexpressing themselves.

Overall, it is a little cringy watchable series, with only the background score and cinematography earning my 5 starts.

Absolutely heartwarming n abv all emotions depicted with so much grace n a series one can watch with family unlike so many where content is weak n flesh is high. Kudos to the team. Shishir, you are such a great actor..

What a colourful & energetic 7 episodes. It's felt like I got to hang out with everyone at tibbri road myself. Everyone was so natural & warm and it made me want to not stop watching!

Well I'm hooked and need to know who's the girl in the white kurta at the end ! Looking forward to seeing many many more seasons ! 🙌🏼

Watched DDD .Brilliant, though we didn't like the sad ending. You were outstanding, as usual. The girl is also very good. Very well made.

Dil Dosti DIlemma is a good story in a series format showing story of love, nani and grandchildren relationship, modern generation vs old generation difference of opinion, likes, dislikes etc. This series season 1 liked the performance of ANushka Sen, Tanvi Azmi and Shishir SHarma, Revathi Pilai Elisha Mayor more in this seris. Bu Anushak Sen's performance was top over all of them. She was the main star and the attention catcher of the serie.s What a cute perforamcen. I loved to watch the series. Many relatable moments are there in this series. Modern generation young kids, specially girls will love this seires. Loe story from a girls perpesective is showm more in thiss series. I recommend you to watch this series. This series Season 1 I rate 4 stars out of 5. Recommed you to wwatch this sries. A much recommended series to watch with family. Old will understand young point of view and young will understand senior people pint of view after watching this series. Also the highs and lows of a love story, relationship explored in this series. Good to watch. SOng is also good in this series.

Just would say don't waste your weekend hours on it.

Better watch election strategies and the comedy of errors happening on News channels these days, it's much better.

Waiting from long now Amazon seriously is wasting Indian talent, why can't they bring back the actors who have proved and brought them fame via India, in new web series. They seem to have entered the same bollywood mafia culture to give work to approved network of relatives only :)

Look at Netflix, their webseries give the feel of commercial movies these days, introducing Turkish Cinema to Indians is an amazing strategy they have picked.

Really enjoyed the series with great acting by Shishir sharma and the rest of the lead cast. It keeps the viewers hooked and is very engaging. A must watch for the youth of today. It has a lesson for everyone. The Story telling is good and refreshing.

Asmara's summer takes an unexpected turn when she is sent to her grandparents' traditional neighbourhood as punishment. She pretends to be in Canada to keep up appearances with her friends. It is a story about how disconnected we are with the world and hooked onto the social media all the time. Dont know what we are leaving for the future generations.

Am an ardent fan of the craft Shishir puts up. The recent watch was a beautiful delight. Honestly,time flew by. There was not even a moment ,I felt like getting up or picking up my phone to scroll. Complete entertainer. Sat at 10 pm n when I looked up next, it was 1 in the morning. Great story line, fresh faces. Apart from Shishir loved the character and screen presence of Asmara ... cute n confident. Everyone has done a great job!

The story beautifully shows the need to balance the modern life,with the roots and that is depicted very beautifully.

Tanviji,an ace actor just like Shishir has done justice to the role. It was a complete delight.

This show is best for chilling loved the show and every character has there own journey this is the best part and the friendship value ❤ loved the chemistry between anushka and kush loved and waiting to see sesasson 2. Its a perfect show loved the work of anushka revathi elish and whole cast just please in sesasson 2 put more episodes i hope it come sesasson 2 ,3 and more i have watched this show 3 cant get over it and the best part is the location they have short.and please put more scene of friendship and anushka and kush i request people to watch this show so prime video please bring fast sesasson 2.

I was not sure to watch this or not but after completing it i am happy to not miss something this lovely. Its a treat to watch for heart ,eyes and our generation. Really as a youngsters we have a lot more potential to take a stand about anything wrong and this series is totally lit .Eagerly waiting for S2 ...Asmara and her group is what all of us youngsters can relate to. It is a well-crafted series that strikes a chord with its heartfelt storytelling and relatable characters. It's a perfect binge-watch for those who enjoy slice-of-life dramas with a mix of humor and emotional depth. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a show that captures the essence of modern friendships and romantic entanglements.

Currently, OTT platforms are filled with thrillers, gangster dramas, and serious subjects. This is where this light-hearted drama stands out amidst it all.

The story follows Asmara, a young, rich, and spoiled brat who is forced to spend her summer holidays with her grandparents in a local neighborhood of Bangalore as punishment. To maintain her image, she lies to her friends, claiming to be in Canada, while she navigates her life with new challenges, relationships, and explores love in her new environment.

It's a simple story that doesn't claim to be unique, yet it's the performances and execution that truly connect with you. With just 7 episodes, it doesn't demand much of your time, but you'll find yourself thoroughly invested. The writing is tight, allowing every character to make a special place in your heart. A few liberties must be overlooked, such as how Asmara seems to know everything, giving life lessons despite being portrayed as confused herself, or how her friends suddenly shift from being brats to becoming inclusive.

Anushka Sen, as the lead, is the right choice for the role. She looks beautiful, and her mix of chirpiness and innocence is perfect for the character, though she stumbles a bit in emotional scenes. Kush Jotwani has a dashing personality and performs well. Vishakha Pandey is a treat to watch with her cute antics. Tanvi Azmi and Shishir Sharma as the grandparents perform brilliantly, as expected from seasoned actors. Revathi Pillai and Elisha Mayor, as friends, embody their characters well. A series of other supporting actors provide strong performances and are fine in their roles.

The nuances of the small neighborhood are captured well, allowing you to connect with the characters. The styling of Anushka and her friends is spot-on, and the transition from rich to middle-class through their clothing is well-executed. The way the title montage appears in each episode is a nice touch. The series ends on a note that hints at a second season.

This comedy-drama deserves your time, and you should definitely give it a shot, despite a few liberties. Don't expect an out-of-this-world storyline, but it certainly won't bore you.

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