{
  "id": 8177594,
  "title": "Vibe Review: Kunal Kemmu, Preity Zinta's Film Starts On A High But Loses Its Spark After Interval",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/vibe-review-kunal-kemmu-preity-zintas-film-starts-on-a-high-but-loses",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T04:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/vibe-review-kunal-kemmu-preity-zintas-film-starts-on-a-high-but-loses-its-spark-after-interval"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kunal Kemmu's directorial debut, \"Vibe,\" opens strong, offering a blend of comedy, action, friendship, patriotism, and a touch of thriller. Kunal Kemmu plays the lead, Hardik, who transitions from rehab to a software job with the help of his friend Bugs, played by Sparsh Shrivastava. A terrorist threat quickly thrusts them into a mission to safeguard the nation alongside Preity Zinta's character, Madam H. The first act of \"Vibe\" excels, delivering genuine laughs, engaging camaraderie between Hardik and Bugs, and maintaining a steady pace that keeps viewers curious about the resolution after the interval.\n\nHowever, the film's momentum falters after the break. While the performances are solid, particularly Kemmu's multifaceted portrayal and the promising debut of Vanshika Dhir as Kareena, the chemistry between Kemmu and Shrivastava stands out as a highlight. Nevertheless, the music, though passable, fails to make a significant impact. The storyline, while ambitious, suffers from lackluster execution in the second half, becoming overly convoluted and losing the comedic edge that initially captivated audiences. Director Kemmu's vision is evident in the film's attempt at a multifaceted entertainer, but the uneven pacing and narrative clutter ultimately dilute the overall impact. For those who appreciate commercial films with a mix of action, comedy, and drama, \"Vibe\" might offer a few entertaining moments, yet it doesn't quite rise to the level of a standout experience.",
  "summary": "Cast : Kunal Kemmu, Sparsh Shrivastava, Preity Zinta, Vanshika Dhir, Dinesh Lal Yadav, Yashpal Sharma and others Director : Kunal Kemmu Where to watch : In theatres Rating : 2.5 stars After Madgaon Express, Kunal Kemmu has returned with his second directorial, Vibe. The film tries to mix comedy, action, friendship, patriotism and a bit of thriller into one package. And while it does have all the…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Vibe movie review: Kunal Kemmu’s goofy spy saga has a vibe",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/vibe-movie-review-kunal-kemmus-goofy-spy-saga-has-a-vibe",
        "published": "2026-09-18T07:15:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}