Review of Dostana

Dostana (2008)
6/10
Desi Girl and Desi Gays
13 November 2008
Warning: Spoilers
Dostana is the story of three friends - Sam (Abhishek Bachchan), Kunal (John Abraham) and Neha (Priyanka Chopra). Their friendship is built on the lie that Sam and Kunal are a gay couple. Things complicate when both the guys fall for the girl and a third straight (apparently and actually) guy enters the scene. Where the lie takes the all four and how it ends is the plot premise of Dostana.

Dostana is very entertaining with adequate laughter material, peppy music, energetic dancing, and panoramic views of Miami. Abhishek Bachchan is easily the pick of the actors. Priyanka looks stunning in every frame.

The film, however, does cater to the stereotypes associated with homosexuality. Gays and their sexual preferences are ingredients for comedy in many of the scenes. I wonder though if the film can be excused because all it is trying is to be funny.

Dostana is the best bet of the season so far from an entertainment perspective and is worth a visit in the cinemas next to you.
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