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Baby Do Die Do Movie Review: Huma Qureshi and Sikander Kher’s thriller film’s first half is stretched; second half injects narrative
Planning to watch Huma Qureshi, Rachit Singh and Chunky Panday’s film, Baby Do Die Do, read Pinkvilla’s review first.
Name: Baby Do Die Do
Director: Nachiket Samant
Cast: Huma Qureshi, Chunky Panday, Sikander Kher, Rachit Singh
Writer: Nachiket Samant, Gaurav Sharma
Rating: 2.5/5
Plot
Baby Do Die Do, shouldered by Huma Qureshi, revolves around twin sisters, one of whom is deaf and mute. Curious to experience the world of luxury, the sisters sneak into a five-star hotel, only to accidentally witness a gruesome crime. Before they can escape, the culprit ends the life of one of the twins. What follows is a revenge saga as the surviving sister sets out to identify the killer and avenge her sibling's passing away. Whether she succeeds and how the mystery unfolds forms the rest of the story.
What Works
The film's biggest strength is Huma Qureshi. As a deaf and mute woman, she delivers a performance that is both restrained and powerful. Without relying on dialogues, Huma communicates fear, grief and determination through her expressions and body language, making every emotional beat believable. She shoulders the film with remarkable conviction.
Sikandar Kher is another standout. He brings an understated menace to his character and manages to send shivers down your spine without resorting to over-the-top theatrics. Chunky Panday is dependable as always and performs his part with effortless ease.
The second half finally injects some life into the narrative. Once the revenge angle takes centre stage, the film finds its footing and offers a few genuinely engaging moments. The thriller becomes more focused, and the stakes feel significantly higher than they did in the first half.
What Doesn't Work
The biggest problem with Baby Do Die Do is its screenplay. The first half is painfully stretched, with scenes that seem to exist merely to prolong the runtime. Many of them could have easily been done away with without affecting the narrative in any way.
The pacing is sluggish, and several plot developments feel convenient rather than organic. Characters often make questionable decisions, making it difficult to stay invested in the story. For a thriller, the film lacks the urgency and tension required to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
While the premise is intriguing, the execution feels half-baked. The emotional bond between the sisters isn't explored enough, which weakens the impact of the revenge arc.
Rachit Singh’s character had immense potential to be layered and psychologically complex, but instead comes across as caricaturish. With more depth and nuance, the conflict could have felt far more compelling.
The editing also works against the film. A crisper cut could have transformed the overall viewing experience, especially in the first hour where the narrative frequently loses momentum.
Watch the trailer of Baby Do Die Do here:
Performances
Huma Qureshi is unquestionably the heart and soul of Baby Do Die Do. She rises above the limitations of the screenplay and delivers one of the film's finest performances. Her portrayal never feels exaggerated and remains consistently authentic throughout.
Sikandar Kher complements her well with an intimidating act that relies more on presence than loud villainy.
Chunky Panday is sincere and effective in his role.
Final Verdict
Strong performances alone cannot compensate for a story that needed far more polish. Baby Do Die Do remains a classic case of a good idea falling short because of its execution.
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