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Dosti Ke Side Effects
Shrishti (Sapna Chaudhary), Ranvir (Vikrant Anand), Gaurav (Zuber Kamal Khan) and Avni (Anju) belong to different strata of society, but their hearts are one. When Shrishti's father, an honest teacher is falsely implicated in a question paper scam, he commits suicide, resulting in Shrishti's family leaving the city. Ranvir is also forced to leave the city when his mother discovers an extra-marital affair of his father. The four friends depart only to reunite in college. While they are enjoying their lives in college, things take a turn when Gaurav wins the college president election against Ranvir. Ranvir avenges his defeat in a way that none of the friends would have ever imagined. The chaos drifts the friends apart again. Will these friends be able to rekindle their friendship again?
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Plot Summary
The film explores the complexities of friendship and romance among a group of young individuals navigating their relationships and personal aspirations. As their bonds are tested by life's challenges, they must confront their own desires and the consequences of their actions.
Critical Reception
Dosti Ke Side Effects received largely negative reviews from critics, with many citing a weak screenplay and predictable plot. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the themes of friendship but finding the execution lacking.
What Reviewers Say
Critics pointed to an uninspired storyline and cliched character development.
The film's attempt to explore mature themes was often undermined by superficial treatment.
Performances were a mixed bag, with some actors failing to elevate the material.
Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an okay watch, with some appreciating the effort to portray friendship dynamics, though many felt it could have been much better executed. The music and some performances received a few positive mentions.
Fun Fact
The film marked the acting debut of Aisha Sharma, who is the sister of actress Neha Sharma.
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