Mastiii 4 REVIEW: Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani Try Hard But Love And Laughter Visa Expires

Film:
Mastiii 4

Director: Milap Zaveri

Writers: Farrukh Dhondy, Abhinav Vaidya, Milap Zaveri

Cast: Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, Ruhii Singh, Shreya Sharma, Elnaaz Norouzi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shaad Randhawa, Nishant Singh Malkani, Arshad Warsi, Nargis Fakhri and Natalia Janoszek

Platform: Theatres

Runtime: 2 hours 24 mins

Mastiii 4 Review

The much-talked-about adult comedy franchise returns with Mastiii 4, hoping to deliver the same madness and mischief audiences loved in the earlier instalments. Featuring the original trio Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, and Aftab Shivdasani the film tries to revive nostalgia with chaos, awkward jokes, and double-meaning humour. Directed by Milap Milan Zaveri, the film arrives during a competitive box office weekend alongside 120 Bahadur and Wicked For Good.

This time, the story revolves around three frustrated husbands Meet Mehta, Amar Saxena, and Prem Chawla, who feel trapped in dull marriages and decide to look for excitement elsewhere. But the twist? Their wives also turn the tables and cheat back, leading to a messy blame game and so-called “revenge comedy.” The makers call it a reverse Masti where women are engage in affairs hoping to make their husband jealous. However, what it turns out is a complete disaster and wastage of money for the audience. It feels like a forced attempt to revive an era of comedy that no longer connects. The nostalgia is there, but the humour sadly isn’t.

What Works

The trio still shares good screen chemistry built over years. A few moments of nostalgia may entertain those familiar with earlier films. The cameos by Tusshar Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, and Nargis Fakhri add brief relief to keep some resonation with the past franchise.  

What Doesn’t Work

Sadly, the humour feels forced, outdated, and more cringeworthy than funny. The script relies heavily on loud jokes, predictable situations, and over-exaggerated reactions. Instead of laughter, many scenes leave you uninterested. The concept had no potential just a copy paste of the first film with some other cast factor and  the execution lacks freshness and wit.

Technical Analysis

The direction and screenplay feel rushed. Also, the editing is uneven, and many scenes drag longer than needed. The background score and visuals match the tone but don’t elevate the film. Mastiii 4 had potential but loses its spark due to outdated jokes and a weak script.

Star Performances

Riteish Deshmukh as Amar Saxena remains the most confident performer of the trio. His comic timing, body language, and comfort with this genre are evident from the start. He has been the face of the Masti franchise from day one, and once again he carries the chaotic energy forward. However, even his humour feels restricted because the writing doesn’t give him enough clever punchlines to shine. Riteish tries hard, but the outdated jokes hold him back.

Vivek Oberoi as Meet Mehta delivers a controlled and decent performance, though he seems less invested compared to previous instalments. His reactions and expressions work in a handful of scenes, especially during confrontation sequences, but he lacks standout moments. With better material, Vivek could have contributed far more, but unfortunately, the script does not play to his strengths.

Aftab Shivdasani as Prem Chawla slips into his role effortlessly and carries the same goofy innocence seen in earlier films. Among the trio, he appears the most natural and relaxed. His confusion-driven humour and situational comedy work in parts, and he manages to draw a few chuckles. However, like the others, the writing doesn’t allow him to create memorable comedic impact.

The female leads Ruhii Singh, Shreya Sharma, and Elnaaz Norouzi plays the wives bring glamour and screen presence but remain underwritten. Their roles primarily revolve around reacting, arguing, or participating in exaggerated drama. Despite their potential, they aren’t given enough space to contribute meaningfully to humour or storytelling.

On the other hand, Shaad Randhawa, Nishant Singh Malkani and Natalia Janoszek none of these characters leave a lasting impression. The cameos from Tusshar Kapoor, Arshad Warsi and Nargis Fakhri add some excitement and nostalgia, but their presence feels more like filler than substance.

Overall, the performances are sincere, but the weak writing prevents the cast from delivering the laughter and spark expected from a franchise like Masti.

Conclusion

Mastiii 4 had a promising comeback setup but ends up delivering a dull and outdated comedy experience. If you’re a hardcore fan of the franchise, you may watch it otherwise, this Love Visa plan for the audience is easily skippable.

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Manisha Karki

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