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Happy Patel X Review: Netizens Call Aamir Khan & Vir Das’ Film A ‘Dose Of Comedy’

The much-anticipated spy-comedy Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, starring and co-directed by Vir Das, has officially hit theaters today, January 16, 2026. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film is being hailed as the spiritual successor to the 2011 cult classic Delhi Belly, blending absurdist humor with a high-stakes (but bumbling) spy plot.

The Plot: A Spy Who Can’t Speak Hindi

The film follows Happy Patel (Vir Das), a British spy of Indian heritage raised in London, who discovers his roots just before being sent to Goa on a mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist.

  • The Mission: Thwart the “MamaReal Project” led by the dreaded Goan lady-don, Mama (Mona Singh).
  • The Gag: Happy’s hilarious mangling of the Hindi language and his reliance on Bollywood tropes to survive real-world espionage.

Celebrity Reviews: “A Dose of Pure Chaos”

The film held special screenings in Mumbai last night, drawing rave reviews from the industry:

  • Sonali Bendre: Praised the “sharp, fun writing” and called the movie an “absolute blast.”
  • Nitanshi Goel: Labeled it a “joy ride,” praising the heartfelt yet entertaining performances.
  • The ‘X’ Verdict: Social media is abuzz with users calling it “pure chaos” and a “fever dream funny” ride. One user tweeted, “Think ‘Delhi Belly’ but with spies. Warning: Not for parents!”

The “Khan” Factor: Cameos & Comebacks

One of the biggest talking points is the reunion of the Delhi Belly creative energy:

  • Aamir Khan’s Sarcasm: Aamir appears in a flamboyant cameo as Jimmy Mario, a 90s-era don. A clip of him sarcastically responding to a language debate in the film is already trending.
  • Imran Khan’s Return: After a decade-long hiatus, Imran Khan makes a “surprising and nostalgic” appearance as international supermodel Milind, a nod that has sent fans into a frenzy.

Box Office & Stats

FeatureDetails
Star CastVir Das, Mona Singh, Mithila Palkar, Sharib Hashmi, Srushti Tawade
CameosAamir Khan, Imran Khan
Certification‘A’ (Adults Only) — Vir Das joked: “The only A I’ve ever received!”
Runtime1h 59m
Day 1 PredictionModest opening of ₹4–5 crore; expected to grow via word-of-mouth.
Disha Rojhe

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