Nautanki Saala!

Ram Kapoor, a struggling theater actor, is discovered by his friend Mandar Bajpai, a successful theater director. Ram finds himself caught in a web of lies and deceptions as he tries to impress Mandar's girlfriend, Ayush, and navigate his own complicated love life. The film explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the blurred lines between reality and performance.

Nautanki Saala! received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While some praised its humor, performances, and engaging storyline, others found its plot convoluted and some comedic elements to be over-the-top. The film's blend of drama and comedy resonated with a segment of the audience.

• Praised for its witty dialogues and energetic performances, particularly from Ayushmann Khurrana.

• The film's unconventional narrative and theatrical setting were noted as unique.

• Some critics found the plot to be predictable and the humor inconsistent at times.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's humor and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many found it to be an entertaining watch with a good dose of laughter, although some wished for a tighter screenplay.

The film is an adaptation of the 1975 Gujarati play 'Amchha Paayeli Chhaap' and was also remade in Telugu as 'Koththa Janta' (2014).