Gustaakh Ishq Twitter Review: Vijay Varma-Fatima Sana Shaikh's romance drama worth the hype? Netizens say, 'Not perfect, but refreshingly mature'
Gustaakh Ishq Twitter Review: Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh's romance drama has been underperforming at the box office. Meanwhile, the film has been receiving mixed responses too.
Last Updated: 01.24 PM, Nov 30, 2025
Gustaakh Ishq marks the debut of fashion designer Manish Malhotra as a film producer. Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Vijay Varma, and Fatima Sana Shaikh in the lead roles, the romance drama hit cinemas on November 28, creating a box office clash with Dhanush and Kriti Sanon's Tere Ishk Mein. Gustaakh Ishq has been underperforming at the box office. Now, let's take a look at how netizens have reacted to the film.
Gustaakh Ishq Twitter Review
Gustaakh Ishq has been receiving mixed responses on X (Twitter). While some praised the setting and the plot, some said it is 'a waste of time, talent and an opportunity.'
One review read, "Very slow and boring #GustaakhIshq tries hard to be an intense love story but ends up as an unintentional lullaby. Zero spark, zero chemistry, zero impact. A complete snoozefest. What a waste of time, talent and an opportunity."
However, one review praised the film as it read, "#GustaakhIshq is essentially a character study dressed in elegiac clothing. The script meanders at times, but the performances (Shah, Varma, Shaikh, Hashmi - all excellent) and aesthetic cohesion compensate. Not perfect, but refreshingly mature."
Gustaakh Ishq plot
Gustaakh Ishq is a 2025 Hindi romantic period drama about a young publisher, Nawabuddin (Vijay Varma), who goes to meet an ageing poet, Aziz (Naseeruddin Shah), to save his family's printing press.
Gradually, Nawabuddin falls for the poet's daughter, Minni (Fatima Sana Shaikh), while pretending to be a disciple to gain access to the poet's work, and their love story develops through poetry. The film explores themes of love, art, and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of 1990s Punjab and the shayari (poetry) industry.
The film is set in the 1990s and evokes a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time, focusing on traditional forms of romance and communication, such as love letters and poetry. The film explores themes of love, deception, self-discovery, purpose, the power of poetry and art.
Gustaakh Ishq on OTT
Gustaakh Ishq will be released on JioHotstar after the end of the theatrical release. You can also stream it with your OTTplay Premium subscription. The probable OTT release date for the film is around the end of December 2025 or the end of January 2026.
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FAQs:
Q: When will Gustaakh Ishq release?
A: Gustaakh Ishq was released in cinemas on November 28, 2025.
Q: Who produces Gustaakh Ishq?
A: Gustaakh Ishq marks the debut project of fashion designer Manish Malhotra as a producer.
Q: Who are the lead actors in Gustaakh Ishq?
A: Gustaakh Ishq stars Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh in the lead roles, along with Naseeruddin Shah and Sharib Hashmi in pivotal roles.
Q: Where to watch Gustaakh Ishq online?
A: Gustaakh Ishq will land on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) after its theatrical run.