Streaming now on Netflix | Starring R. Madhavan – Shrirenu Tripathi 42 years old Sanskrit Teacher & Fatima Sana Shaikh – Madhu Bose, a French instructor
What happens when a shy Sanskrit professor, a curious friend with dating advice, and a woman with her own subscription-based secrets collide in a whirlwind of love and misunderstandings? You get Netflix’s latest Hindi-language slice-of-life drama: Aap Jaisa Koi.
Let’s break it down for you ⤵️
🧓 Meet Shrirenu Tripathi: The Introverted Professor with a Kind Heart
R. Madhavan plays Shrirenu Tripathi, a charming yet aging bachelor who teaches Sanskrit at a college, much to the dismay of his overbearing elder brother who wants him to sell property instead. Malik is sincere, awkward, and entirely clueless about love. And that’s exactly what makes you root for him.
👩 Enter Fatima: The Mysterious (and Perfect?) Match
Fatima Sana Shaikh – Madhu Bose enters as a graceful, intelligent woman from a Bengali family. When a marriage proposal is arranged, things seem to go perfectly well. Malik is thrilled. She’s respectful, soft-spoken, and they both begin to build a bond.
Until… doubts creep in.
📱 Dating Apps, Suspicion & The ‘Subscription’ Twist
Here’s where the film gets cheeky. Shri’s friend pushes him to gain confidence by chatting with women online. He signs up for a voice-based service, where anonymous conversations spark his imagination. But later, when Madhu calls him “Shiri Shiri”—a name previously used by a woman on the voice service—suspicion explodes.
Shri jumps to conclusions and calls off the engagement.
But wait… Madhu fires back with a powerful monologue about equality and trust. If Shri had the right to explore through anonymous chats, why couldn’t she?
The scene is a standout. 🔥👏
🧒 The Nephew’s Wake-up Call
As the dust settles, it’s Shri’s young nephew who drops some wisdom: “She liked you for who you are. Don’t let your fears ruin something beautiful.”
The twist, when Madhu’s Maternal Uncle got caught with Shri’s elder’s brother’s wife. Slight verbal conversation, that’s it
And with that, we head to a heartfelt (if predictable) resolution.
🎵 Songs & Setting: A Soft, Warm Touch
The soundtrack isn’t flashy, but it’s emotionally in sync with the film. Think soft romantic melodies over dramatic punchlines. The Kolkata visuals and cozy interiors add charm.
✅ Verdict: A Decent Weekend Watch
If you’re expecting high drama or edge-of-your-seat moments, this isn’t it. But if you enjoy emotional, relatable stories about relationships, misunderstandings, and redemption—Aap Jaisa Koi delivers.
🍿 Watch if you liked:
- Cheeni Kum
- Lunchbox
- Little Things (Netflix)
⭐ Final Rating: 3.5/5
Warm, human, and quietly bold. A slow but satisfying ride.
