Bittoo Boss
- Director
- Supavitra Babul
- Studio
- Viacom 18 Motion Pictures
- Release Date
- 12 April 2012
- Running Time
- 116 min
- Language
- Hindi
- Country
- India
- Budget
- ₹10.00 Cr
- Box Office
- ₹2.72 Cr
Cast
Review
Nikhil Advani's "Bittoo Boss" starts with a genuinely charming premise—a Punjabi wedding videographer trying to reinvent himself for love—but squanders it with lazy execution and a confused narrative that can't decide if it's a romance, a comedy, or a cautionary tale. Pulkit Samrat brings adequate energy to the lead role, and there are moments where his chemistry with Mallika Sherawat crackles with potential, but the film mistakes loud comedy for actual humor. The supporting cast feels wasted, and the direction meanders aimlessly through what should've been a tight, witty script about ambition and self-worth.
The central conflict—that Bittoo must compromise his integrity for financial security—could've been incisive social commentary, but instead it becomes a convenient plot device that never lands emotionally. The "wild chaotic ride" promised in the synopsis translates to unfunny misadventures that test your patience more than your funny bone. Sherawat's character deserves better material than what she's given, and watching a talented actor waste screen time on poorly written scenes is painful. The film's inability to balance its romantic and comedic elements means neither truly resonates.
Rating: 5/10
Storyline
So there's this charming guy from Punjab who makes his living filming weddings, and he's pretty good at what he does. He's got this fun, flirty personality and genuinely loves capturing those special moments that people treasure forever. He's all about spreading joy through his work, which is kind of sweet when you think about it.
Then he meets this sharp, independent woman named Mrinalini who totally changes his perspective on life. She's educated and doesn't take any nonsense, and honestly, he falls hard for her. But here's where things get complicated – she makes him realize that he needs real financial security if he wants to be taken seriously and earn her respect.
So our lovesick hero decides to take some shortcuts to make quick money and get his life together faster. Let's just say that this decision sends him down quite the wild, chaotic ride that's full of unexpected twists and turns. It's basically a comedy of errors that unfolds in the most entertaining way possible!
