Metro... In Dino Story, Review, Trailer, Release Date, Songs, Cast 2025 -

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Metro... In Dino Story :-

This anthology film features four distinct stories exploring the complexities of modern-day relationships. A spin-off of the 2007 film Life…in a Metro, it stars Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Neena Gupta, Konkona Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh.

Metro... In Dino Release Date, Trailor, Songs, Cast :-

Release Date	4 July 2025
Language	Hindi
Genre	Drama, Romance
Duration	2h 42min
Cast	Anupam Kher, Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal, Aditya Roy Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Neena Gupta
Director	Anurag Basu
Music	Pritam Chakraborty
Producer	Bhushan Kumar
Production	Anurag Basu Productions, T Series
Certificate	16+

Metro... In Dino Review :-

Falling out of love is a natural part of relationships. What truly defines their longevity is the ability to fall back in love with the same person, time and again. Modern perspectives might label this as toxic, while traditional views may see it as a meaningful compromise to stay committed. But is there really a right or wrong in love?

Anurag Basu’s 2007 ensemble film Life in a Metro was a heartfelt tribute to love and survival in Mumbai, featuring compelling performances and stories, with the city’s rainy backdrop almost becoming a character itself. Eighteen years later, Basu revisits his fascination with evolving relationship dynamics and explores the complexities of love in the digital age with renewed insight.

The spiritual sequel broadens its canvas from Mumbai to include other major Indian cities—Pune, Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata. With more cities come more chaos, characters, songs, and a lengthy runtime of 2 hours and 42 minutes. Despite a few loose ends, Basu manages to pull it off, even when it feels like he’s improvising. His conversational storytelling keeps the tone light and breezy, even amid moments of sorrow and distress. Have endless options diluted the idea of everlasting romance? Has the abundance of information and constant availability drained the mystery from love? Basu explores these questions while weaving humor through themes of loss and longing.

The film’s style echoes the tragicomic tone of Barfi!, with actors occasionally breaking into spontaneous songs to advance the story. When they’re not performing, musicians like Pritam, Papon, and Raghav Chaitanya serve as musical narrators, making this a rich, romantic musical experience filled with memorable tracks.

Interestingly, Basu doesn’t reveal the names or backgrounds of his characters right away. Instead, their stories unfold gradually and organically, creating a sense of mystery that cuts through the narrative clutter. Parth (Aditya Roy Kapur) is a carefree travel blogger and womanizer who finds HR consultant Chumki’s (Sara Ali Khan) belief in marriage and commitment puzzling—sex matters more to him, but not to her. Kajol (Konkona Sen Sharma) and Monty (Pankaj Tripathi) appear happily married until an unexpected event shatters that illusion. Shruti (Fatima Sana Shaikh) is attracted to responsible men but struggles to let go of her long-time struggling singer boyfriend, Akash (Ali Fazal). Meanwhile, Shivani (Neena Gupta) seeks to live for herself and reignites her passion when she reconnects with her college sweetheart, Parimal (Anupam Kher). Some characters are connected, others cross paths, and the film navigates these intertwined stories and emotions with ease. The songs complement rather than overpower the dialogue, creating a balanced blend that works in the film’s favor.

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While each actor brings a distinct presence, Pankaj Tripathi delivers for this film what Irrfan Khan did for the prequel. His character shines brightest, especially in his effortless, sharp exchanges with Konkona Sen Sharma. He also looks the part perfectly. Ali Fazal subtly conveys Akash’s trauma of feeling like a failure, showcasing a depth and nuance that highlight his underrated talent. Aditya Roy Kapur offers a laid-back, freeing performance, fitting well with his character’s unusual arc. Konkona’s portrayal of Kajol is both spirited and deeply wounded—no one else could capture that complexity better. Neena Gupta and Anupam Kher, unfortunately, are underutilized in their roles. Sara Ali Khan’s performance lacks depth, making it hard to connect with her character, and her fringed wig feels unnecessary and out of place. Rohan Gurbaxani brings a relaxed charm to his extended cameo, while Fatima Sana Shaikh delivers a compelling performance as a woman caught between emotion and reason.

Final Thought

While mostly enjoyable, some tracks feel uneven and seem unsure when to wrap up. After a captivating buildup, the second half drags slightly. It’s also disappointing that certain storylines, especially the Konkona-Neena Gupta arc, don’t delve deeper, despite the actors’ talent and gravitas. With love stories in Bollywood being scarce lately, Metro In Dino—buoyed by strong performances—fills that void beautifully. It’s a light, intimate film, perfect for a cozy, rainy day viewing.