Is Sweetheart Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2016)

📖 The Core Premise

Sweetheart stands as a 2016 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Romance landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Bilina and Richard belongs to traditional Christian family. Growing up together, Bilina and Richard gets accustomed to each other's accompany. During teenage years, Richard go abroad for higher studies. While Richard is away, Bilina gets to know Jisan, who belongs to a Muslim family. As the time passes, their friendship turns to love. However,In the mean time, Richard returns to Bilina and proposes to her, and Bilina accepts due to immense pressure from community and family. Unknown about the feelings Bilina have for Jisan, Richard marries her and soon after, their married life turns complex. Jisan, heartbroken by the treachery of Bilina, thinks that Bilina left him because of Richard's wealth, and vows to build an empire of wealth. As the film turns complex, the story of the film revolves around the love triangle between three individuals, whose love turns to utmost hate."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Bappy Chowdhury feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Romance. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Sweetheart worth your time? If you appreciate Romance films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Sweetheart misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 147 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.