Tu Yaa Main Reviews: Romance Turns Ruthless in This Edge-of-the-Seat Survival Drama

What begins as a glossy opposites-attract romance quickly spirals into a gripping survival thriller in Tu Yaa Main. Directed by Bejoy Nambiar and starring Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav, the film pushes its lead pair into a terrifying twist that turns chemistry into a desperate fight to survive. Here’s what the reviews have to say.

India Today

“Tu Yaa Main is a gripping thriller that fuses modern romance with edge-of-your-seat survival drama in Mumbai. With strong performances and a twist-filled story, it keeps you hooked, capturing fear, trust, and high-stakes tension in every scene.”

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“Adarsh Gourav is the clear standout. His Maruti feels real, from the accent to the body language, and his emotional arc never feels exaggerated. He brings both vulnerability and grit to the role. Shanaya Kapoor holds her own as Avani, capturing the confidence and uncertainty of a young woman shaped by constant visibility. Together, they share a chemistry that feels unforced, which makes their journey more impactful. Tu Yaa Main may not be perfect, but it is bold, gripping and refreshingly different.”

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Koimoi

“A fresh take on what initially seems a typical love story, set against the milieu of social media influencers of contrasting hues, that takes on a darker hue. This is Bejoy Nambiar’s best work to date. His grip on the crucial survival part of the story is superb! Adarsh Gourav has always been an enviably skilled performer! Shanaya Kapoor is perfect in her role. This role is simple, actually challenging, and a good fit for her natural persona.”

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Hindustan Times

“In the performance area, Adarsh Gourav delivers a knockout performance as a rapper, nailing both the physicality and the diction of the part. Shanaya supports him effectively and does her bit to keep the narrative on track. Overall, we don't see a lot of films like Tu Yaa Mein being attempted in Bollywood. This one commits to the survival thriller genre with surprising sincerity. Bejoy blends social contrast and creature-feature thrills into an occasionally messy, but largely gripping ride. Cinematographer Remy Dalai does impressive work in heightening the tension once the action narrows down to the swimming pool in the latter half.”

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