Be Happy Movie Review
14 Mar 2025
Be Happy movie review: what critics say (5)
What critics say Critics are largely negative: none of the 5 rated critics gave it 3.5 or more, 3 gave it 2 or less. Criticised: the script.
The film, overall, suffers from that usual good premise-flat execution thing.
Read the full reviewUltimately, it is Abhishek's restraint that controls Be Happy's urges to go overboard even as Inayat's charms threaten to do its exact opposite. Pretty apt for a father-daughter jodi, isn't it?
Read the full reviewThe film's reliance on melodrama and a predictable formula detracts from its potential to offer a fresh perspective on the father-daughter dynamic or the pursuit of dreams.
Read the full reviewBe Happy does not work in its entirety because of its lost plot, despite being the most predictable plot. The film shines in moments but nothing makes sense after a point.
Read the full review...a wholesome, feel-good film perfect for family viewing. Be prepared to shed a few tears at the climax and experience a true "rainbow of emotions" as Dhara describes being on stage.
Read the full reviewBe Happy audience rating and reviews
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What we know
A single father attempts to help his talented daughter achieve her dream of performing on the country's biggest dance reality show.
Cast and crew
Abhishek BachchanShiv Rastogi
Inayat VermaDhara Rastogi
Nora FatehiMaggie
NassarMr. Nadar
Johny LeverGopi (Guard)
Sonali BendreHerself
Remo D'SouzaHimself
Elli AvramHerself
Salman Yusuff KhanHimself
Prabhu DevaHimself
Harleen SethiSpecial AppearanceWhere to watch in India
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Box office
Day-wise India net starts on 14 Mar 2025. Advance booking and every day's figure are on the box office page.
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Questions
Is Be Happy worth watching?
Critics rate it below average: 2.1 out of 5, with 1 of 5 critics recommending it.
When did Be Happy release?
14 Mar 2025.
Who is in the cast of Be Happy?
Abhishek Bachchan, Inayat Verma, Nora Fatehi, Nassar, Johny Lever, Sonali Bendre, Remo D'Souza, Elli Avram.
Who directs Be Happy?
Remo D'Souza.
What do critics say about Be Happy?
5 critic reviews are on this page, with a Critic Score of 2.1 out of 5. Each one shows the critic, a short excerpt and a link to the full review.
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