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A special screening of Nitesh Tiwari's film 'Bawaal', featuring Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan, took place in Mumbai on Tuesday, attracting numerous Bollywood celebrities. Many of them have now shared their reactions to the film, which has World War II as its backdrop. Arjun Kapoor and Karan Johar were particularly effusive in their praise for Janhvi and Varun.
Arjun Kapoor took to his Instagram Stories to express his thoughts, stating, "I thoroughly enjoyed this love story... it's a unique yet entertaining film. It possesses heart, soul, and a whole lot of entertainment, but at the same time, it makes you contemplate relationships and life in its simplicity... The atmosphere created by Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor is commendable with their career-best performances! The film was deftly handled and nurtured by Nitesh Tiwari sir! Kudos to Nadiadwala Grandson, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, and Prime Video India. This one will be remembered for all the right reasons...(sic.)"
Karan Johar described Janhvi and Varun as the pulsating core of Bawaal. He wrote, "Possibly the most unusual and original love story you have seen in the mainstream... directed with nuance and abandon, yet exhibiting tremendous restraint... it moved me in so many moments... This is a proud film for Sajid to support and for Amazon Prime Video India to house, and the cherry on top is the career-best performances by Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor... They are the pulsating core of 'Bawaal'! Nitesh Tiwari, Nadiadwala Grandson, take a bow!"
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The reactions from both Arjun Kapoor and Karan Johar reflect the deep appreciation they have for the film and the outstanding performances delivered by Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan. The uniqueness and entertainment value of Bawaal are emphasized, along with its ability to evoke introspection and contemplation on life and relationships. The filmmakers, Nitesh Tiwari, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, and production company Nadiadwala Grandson, are recognized for their skilled handling of the project. Lastly, Karan Johar acknowledges the significance of Sajid's support and Amazon Prime Video India's involvement in bringing this remarkable film to audiences.
Overall, the response to Bawaal has been overwhelmingly positive, with industry insiders and celebrities praising its originality, emotional impact, and the outstanding performances by Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan, solidifying their status as the heart and soul of the film.
