Chand Mera Dil - Critics reviews

Chand Mera Dil

DirectorVivek Soni
Produced byKaran Johar
Release date22 May 2026
TimesofIndia.com
TimesofIndia.com
Times Group
6/10
Times of India says Chand Mera Dil is a mature contemporary romance where Lakshya and Ananya Panday shine as young lovers pushed too quickly into marriage and parenthood. The review praises the chemistry, music and emotional realism, while noting the film loses grip post-interval due to uneven pacing and melodrama.
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8/10
BollywoodLife calls Chand Mera Dil a heartfelt and emotionally heavy love story powered by Lakshya and Ananya Panday’s sincere performances. The review says the film works best in its intense romantic moments, though its heaviness may not appeal to everyone.
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5/10
NDTV says Chand Mera Dil has emotional heft and relevant ideas about love, trauma and not repeating parents’ mistakes. However, the review says Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s chemistry is let down by a convoluted script and extra runtime.
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Dnaindia.com
Dnaindia.com
Zee Media Corp LtdTop Critic
7/10
DNA India calls Chand Mera Dil a raw, real and emotionally mature love story that reflects the true meaning of companionship. The review praises Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s chemistry, saying the film stands out as a heartfelt modern romance.
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3/10
Indian Express says Chand Mera Dil tries to juggle too many ideas around love, trauma and modern relationships, but fails to make them convincing. The review criticizes the weak writing and emotional overload, saying Ananya Panday and Lakshya are stuck in a film that looks polished but feels hollow.
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7/10
Bollywood Hungama says Chand Mera Dil is a fine romantic saga that works due to its relatable subject, stylish execution and strong performances. The review praises Lakshya’s stupendous act and Ananya Panday’s growth, while noting that the family track is weak and the ending feels predictable.
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7/10
News18 says Chand Mera Dil understands the messiness of modern love while gently subverting hypermasculine romance. The review praises Ananya Panday and Lakshya’s chemistry, saying the film works best in its emotional honesty.
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3/10
India Today calls Chaand Mera Dil an overlong and overacted romance that looks glossy but feels emotionally exhausting. The review says Ananya Panday and Lakshya struggle with weak writing, loud drama and a love story that never becomes truly moving.
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5/10
Hindustan Times says Chand Mera Dil is frustrating and flawed, but still finds a rewarding love story beneath the cringe. The review praises Lakshya’s sincere performance and the post-honeymoon drama, while saying the romance and climax don’t fully land.
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7/10
Koimoi calls Chand Mera Dil a mature GenZ romance that honestly explores the messy, impulsive and emotional sides of modern relationships. The review praises Lakshya and Ananya Panday’s chemistry, Vivek Soni’s sensitive direction and the music, while noting that the middle portion feels slightly stretched.
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