Story: Govinda Waghmare (Vicky Kaushal), a struggling choreographer, is torn between his marriage to Gauri (Bhumi Pednekar), who dominates and insults him at every opportunity, and the dancer girl. Friend, falls in love with Soko (Kiara Advani). But his problems snowball and life turns into a rollercoaster ride when Gori is found dead, and he becomes the prime suspect.
Overview: Set in Mumbai, the film quickly establishes the backstory of Govinda Waghmare (on his birth certificate, his name is misspelled as Govind A Waghmare) and how he and his mother Asha (Renuka Shahane) inherited ‘Asha Niwas’ and now owns it. A bungalow worth Rs 150 crore. End their current conflict with Asha’s husband’s first wife Charulata (Venam Nair) and her son Vishnu (Akshay Ganavat) over the same property. Not only this, but Govinda is also at loggerheads with his wife Gauri, who wants a divorce but demands two crores in return, and his girlfriend Soko, who wants to marry him. Most of the time, we know what will happen before Gauri is found dead and Govinda is charged with her murder. But till then, the movie is completely filled with fun, drama, loads of suspense, and a strange murder mystery.
Writer-director Shashank Khaitan is all set to deliver an entertaining mix of comedy and mystery in this 90s thriller. The premise is lighthearted, with just the right amount of humor and unexpected twists and turns. When new characters (like Six Pack Sandy and her father) are introduced into the film, they bring their own drama with them. For the most part, the film’s raucous tone and back-to-back comedy lines keep you entertained. The first half is full of laughs, but it slows down in places and repetitive jokes (like “My name is Govinda, not Govind”) get stale. However, the latter half is crisper and more enjoyable.
Govinda Naam Mera | Official Trailer
Vicky Kaushal excels in a never-before-seen avatar that reminds of the 90s Bollywood hero. He imbues Govinda with the right amount of energy and comic timing. Kaushal’s dance performance on some famous songs like Bang Bang, Kajra Re, Radha Teri Chunri as well as his dream sequence is hilarious. Bhumi does a serious job as the domineering Gauri, but her complicated relationship with Govind could have been developed more. Kiara Advani plays Suku admirably and with the passion that her role demands. Renuka Shahane is pure drama as Govinda’s paralyzed, wheelchair-bound mother. Umay Wagh, who plays his lawyer Kostubh, and Tripathi Khamkar, his housekeeper Manju, are both naturally funny characters.
Both the upbeat songs, Kya Baat Hai 2.0 and Bijli will make you happy. The film’s background score (John Stewart Adory) is interestingly designed and blends into the tone of the story.
From Vicki and Kiara shaking their legs on the Puppy Jump track to wearing matching outfits, everything reminds you of the craziness and quirkiness of the 90s comedy movies. Govinda Naam Meera is a sure crowd pleaser that entertains with plenty of laughter, confusion and comedy.
