Dono Review
Dono - A Warm and Colorful Love Tale with Debutante Charm
Director: Avnish S. Barjatya
Cast: Rajveer Deol, Paloma Dhillon, Aditya Nanda, Kanikka Kapur, Muskan Kalyani, Rohan Khurana, Manik Papneja, Poojan Chhabra, Sanjay Nath, Micky Makhija, Mohit Chauhan, Tisca Chopra
In "Dono," director Avnish S. Barjatya presents a classic love story against the backdrop of a lavish destination wedding in Thailand. The film introduces us to Dev Saraf (Rajveer Deol), a young entrepreneur grappling with both professional challenges and personal heartbreak. Invited to his best friend Alina's (Kanikka Kapur) extravagant wedding, Dev hopes to find closure. Amidst the celebrations, he crosses paths with Meghna Doshi (Paloma Dhillon), who is healing from a recent breakup. As their friendship blossoms, they become pillars of support for each other, raising the question: Will their companionship pave the way for a new chapter in their lives?
Avnish Barjatya's directorial debut captures the essence of a quintessential, vibrant wedding extravaganza, reminiscent of the signature style associated with his father Sooraj Barjatya's banner. The film seamlessly blends the festivities with a sweet love story, exploring the way the new generation navigates relationships and societal expectations. Meghna's realization of her worth and Alina's confrontation of traditional expectations are portrayed with a refreshing matter-of-factness, steering clear of unnecessary drama.