The much-anticipated rom-com drama from Karan Johar, Aap Jaisa Koi, has finally arrived on Netflix. It stars R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh as Shrirenu Tripathi, a reserved Sanskrit professor, and Madhu Bose, an outspoken and independent modern French instructor. And we have gathered some of the early reactions to the movie.
The plot centers on the roller-coaster of a romance between Shrirenu and Madhu. Societal norms and family opposition complicate their relationship. The story explores key ideas such as compatibility, equality between partners, and the influence of differing perspectives in love.
So far, Aap Jaisa Koi has received mixed reviews on social media. While most viewers have praised the performances of the lead duo, a significant portion of the audience has expressed disappointment with the film. Moreover, the supporting cast, particularly Ayesha Raza, has received widespread acclaim.
Aap jaisa koi is a MUST watch. I really needed this film to be good. And it delivers. Everything is great but Ayesha Raza wins this round. pic.twitter.com/u9qRpY9tye
— ThatsWhatSheSaid (@zeishahamlani) July 11, 2025
The film’s main criticism lies in its handling of several sensitive societal themes, including feminism, misogyny, gender equality, and patriarchy.
#MasalaReview: Aap Jaisa Koi wants to be a modern relationship drama with layers, symbolism, and social commentary. It wants to challenge old norms and call out internalized misogyny. But in the process, it forgets to make us care.
Reviewed by @analita_seth #RMadhavan… pic.twitter.com/bdNfS73DHj
— Masala! (@masalauae) July 11, 2025
Although many viewers seem to enjoy the way Aap Jaisa Koi addresses these topics, others feel its approach is either too simplistic or too forced.
AAP JAISA KOI IS TENDER BEAUTIFUL AND PROGRESSIVE LOVE STORY
R MADHVAN @ActorMadhavan brilliant in a middle aged virgin man
Fatima Sana Sheikh top notch
It speaks about many important issues so don’t miss it #AapJaisaKoi pic.twitter.com/IsrgaDTmEX— justacricketlover (@imkmalhotra) July 11, 2025
Here are a few more reviews to give you a better idea.
#FPEntertainment: Netflix ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’ Movie Review: R. Madhavan & Fatima Sana Shaikh will make you believe that there is nothing like age-appropriate love@ActorMadhavan @fattysanashaikh @adarpoonawalla @apoorvamehta18 @SonniVivek
by @lachmi0809https://t.co/ZwJeLC6FL6
— Firstpost (@firstpost) July 11, 2025
"A corny and derivative love story."
Read @ReelReptile's full review of #AapJaisaKoi starring #RMadhavan and #FatimaSanaShaikh here.https://t.co/PRuUAdb3C2
— The Hollywood Reporter India (@THRIndia_) July 11, 2025
Aap Jaisa Koi Review: A heavy-handed flourish puts a dampener in the apt messaging of the Netflix movie from Karan Johar's Dharmatic Entertainmenthttps://t.co/HJaUe9jsd2
— NDTV Movies (@moviesndtv) July 11, 2025
The coming days will offer a clearer picture of how Aap Jaisa Koi has performed. With leads like R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Karan Johar’s name attached to it, the film will likely be a viewership success. However, it’s still too early to estimate the extent of its praise or criticism.
Ultimately, it’s clear that Aap Jaisa Koi has landed with a mixed reception. Some appreciate its progressive stance and performances, while others feel its execution is heavy-handed or misses the mark in making viewers truly connect. As the initial buzz settles, only time will tell if this highly anticipated rom-com drama from Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment will win over more hearts or remain a subject of debate. Stay tuned for more updates.
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