‘Metro... In Dino’ Early Reviews: Netizens Praise Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan & Pankaj Tripathi Starrer as a Heartfelt Ode to Love

Anurag Basu's highly anticipated ensemble film, "Metro... In Dino," is set to hit cinemas tomorrow, July 4, and early reviews on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) are already painting a positive picture. Heralded as a spiritual sequel to his 2007 hit "Life in a... Metro," the film is being lauded for its emotional depth, strong performances, and captivating music by Pritam.

The movie brings together a stellar cast, including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Anupam Kher, and Neena Gupta. "Metro... In Dino" intricately weaves together multiple love stories, exploring the complexities of modern relationships across various age groups, all set against the backdrop of bustling Indian metropolises.

A Tapestry of Urban Love Stories

Much like its predecessor, "Metro... In Dino" delves into how individuals navigate love, heartbreak, healing, and reconnection amidst the chaos and rhythm of city life. The film features a mix of narratives, from young couples embarking on new romances to middle-aged partners facing challenges and older pairs rediscovering companionship. This blend of generational love stories is proving to be a key highlight, resonating deeply with early viewers.

What Social Media is Saying

Those who've had an early viewing have taken to X to share their initial reactions, largely praising the film's emotional resonance:

One viewer called it a "heartwarming and nicely shot film about different people and their relationships in a big city," adding that it carries the "same emotional vibe" as "Life in a... Metro." They particularly praised Pritam's "really good" music and the "solid acting all around," singling out Anupam Kher, Pankaj Tripathi, Neena Gupta, Konkona Sen Sharma, and Fatima Sana Shaikh for their standout performances. Despite some slow parts, the overall consensus was that it's a "beautiful film that feels real and emotional. Definitely recommended."

Another early review hailed "Metro... In Dino" as "a sweet heartfelt ode to love and relationships which will tug at your heart strings," commending the entire cast for being "wonderful" and highlighting the "outstanding" music.

A third viewer simply summarized it as "a soulful journey through urban hearts... 6 people, 6 stories, 1 emotion — loneliness & love. Anurag Basu + Pritam’s music = Cinematic magic."

drawing parallels to "Life in a... Metro." Their review notes, "Anurag Basu’s 2007 ensemble film ‘Life in a Metro’ was an ode to love and survival in Mumbai... 18 years later, he takes his fascination for changing relationship dynamics and perception of love in the digital age a notch ahead."

The review highlights that the spiritual sequel expands its narrative beyond Mumbai to other major Indian cities like Pune, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata. While acknowledging the film's substantial duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes and "a few loose ends," the review concludes that Basu "pulls it off even when it looks like he’s winging it." It praises his "conversational storytelling" for keeping things "light and breezy even in times of sorrow and distress," and notes that the film thoughtfully addresses whether "more options have ruined everlasting romance" or if "excess information and availability killed the mystery around love."

With such positive initial reception, "Metro... In Dino" looks poised to make a significant impact on its release.