The much-anticipated fourth instalment of the Masti franchise, Mastiii 4, finally hit theatres on November 21 after weeks of online buzz and excitement. With adult comedies largely missing from the big screen in recent years, the film’s arrival naturally drew attention from fans of the earlier movies as well as those curious to see how the genre would return. Featuring Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani once again in their iconic roles, the movie marks the trio’s reunion after nearly nine years. However, the audience went for early shows and now the verdict is out.
Before its release, many expected the film to face strict scrutiny by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to its bold themes and adult humour. Surprisingly, the makers received clearance with only minimal cuts, which encouraged more viewers to try the movie out in theatres. But despite the confidence of the franchise name, advance bookings did not match expectations. Early sales figures suggested slow footfall, even though the film competed directly with another new release, 120 Bahadur.
Netizens review Mastiii 4
Once the first shows concluded, social media was instantly flooded with reactions, and they were far from uniform. A section of viewers felt Mastiii 4 delivered the chaos, silliness and humour it promised. According to these users, the film sticks to its core identity and focuses purely on entertainment rather than novelty. They felt director Milap Zaveri approached the screenplay differently this time, arranging gags in a more structured format and bringing back jokes at intervals to create continuity.
Some viewers also pointed out that the female characters, often criticised in previous films from the franchise for being mere comic fillers, have more weight and screen presence this time. Netizens noted strong moments for Nargis Fakhri and Elnaaz Norouzi, while Ruhi Singh and Shreya Sharma were appreciated for adding energy and timing to their parts.
For fans of the original film, watching Riteish, Vivek and Aftab reprise their characters, Amar, Meet and Prem, was nostalgic and formed the heart of the comedy.
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However, not everyone left the theatre impressed. A large portion of online reviews labelled the film as “cringe” and “loud without laughter.” Some viewers expressed that the humour crossed the line into cheapness rather than wit. One user commented that although the franchise was always known for adult jokes, the fourth movie relies too heavily on vulgarity rather than clever comedy. Another review described it as a “comedy without fun,” suggesting that the gags feel repetitive and stretched. A few also felt that the concept of “Love Visa,” on which the plot is based, lacked clarity and emotional balance.
On the other hand, a handful of fans called Mastiii 4 “one of the most entertaining films recently” and appreciated it for not pretending to be something it is not. For them, the exaggerated world of confusion, temptation and misadventures is exactly what they expect from a Masti film.
The mixed reactions make it clear that the movie appeals mainly to core fans of the franchise and lovers of over-the-top adult humour. For others, the slapstick-heavy format may feel outdated. Whether Mastiii 4 manages to maintain its momentum over the coming weekend will depend on word of mouth..
The debate continues - is it silly fun or silly cringe? The box office results in the next few days will reveal which side ultimately dominates. Stay tuned!
Before its release, many expected the film to face strict scrutiny by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to its bold themes and adult humour. Surprisingly, the makers received clearance with only minimal cuts, which encouraged more viewers to try the movie out in theatres. But despite the confidence of the franchise name, advance bookings did not match expectations. Early sales figures suggested slow footfall, even though the film competed directly with another new release, 120 Bahadur.
Netizens review Mastiii 4
Once the first shows concluded, social media was instantly flooded with reactions, and they were far from uniform. A section of viewers felt Mastiii 4 delivered the chaos, silliness and humour it promised. According to these users, the film sticks to its core identity and focuses purely on entertainment rather than novelty. They felt director Milap Zaveri approached the screenplay differently this time, arranging gags in a more structured format and bringing back jokes at intervals to create continuity.Some viewers also pointed out that the female characters, often criticised in previous films from the franchise for being mere comic fillers, have more weight and screen presence this time. Netizens noted strong moments for Nargis Fakhri and Elnaaz Norouzi, while Ruhi Singh and Shreya Sharma were appreciated for adding energy and timing to their parts.
For fans of the original film, watching Riteish, Vivek and Aftab reprise their characters, Amar, Meet and Prem, was nostalgic and formed the heart of the comedy.
More about Mastiii 4
However, not everyone left the theatre impressed. A large portion of online reviews labelled the film as “cringe” and “loud without laughter.” Some viewers expressed that the humour crossed the line into cheapness rather than wit. One user commented that although the franchise was always known for adult jokes, the fourth movie relies too heavily on vulgarity rather than clever comedy. Another review described it as a “comedy without fun,” suggesting that the gags feel repetitive and stretched. A few also felt that the concept of “Love Visa,” on which the plot is based, lacked clarity and emotional balance.On the other hand, a handful of fans called Mastiii 4 “one of the most entertaining films recently” and appreciated it for not pretending to be something it is not. For them, the exaggerated world of confusion, temptation and misadventures is exactly what they expect from a Masti film.
The mixed reactions make it clear that the movie appeals mainly to core fans of the franchise and lovers of over-the-top adult humour. For others, the slapstick-heavy format may feel outdated. Whether Mastiii 4 manages to maintain its momentum over the coming weekend will depend on word of mouth..
The debate continues - is it silly fun or silly cringe? The box office results in the next few days will reveal which side ultimately dominates. Stay tuned!