Socha Na Tha – Stretched a little too much, but has many light moments

Rating:- *1/2

In a triangular story, prima facie Viren [Abhay Deol] and Aditi [Ayesha Takia] seem perfect for each other for marriage. The caste, status and kundalis seem just right. But there's a problem: Viren is in love with someone else.

In his very first meeting with Aditi, Viren confides in her that he is seeing a Catholic girl named Karen [Apoorva Jha]. Aditi and Viren arrive at a pact that Viren would refuse the marriage proposal with Aditi.

It creates a rift between the two families. Viren continues to court Karen and proposes marriage to her. She agrees. Even her parents agree. But lo, Viren's parents disapprove of the match.

Inexplicably, Viren continues to meet Aditi as well and, before long, realizes that he is in love with her. In a dramatic turnaround, Viren's family agrees to accept Karen as their daughter-in-law, but now Viren is more inclined to marry Aditi.And that’s what he does finally.

SOCHA NA THA has light moments aplenty and a few of them have been handled deftly. In fact, director Imtiaz Ali has not only handled the light moments with flourish, but also the delicate moments between Abhay and Ayesha with sensitivity.
However, the film falters after the interval, and the climax also does not leave much impact.

andesh Shandilya's music is melodious. The tunes are soft and easy on the ears. 'Yaara Rab', 'Abhi Abhi Mere Dil Mein' and the title track can easily be singled out for their honey-sweet tunes.

The film marks the debut of yet another Deo, Abhay, and he leaves a very good impression. He seems to have a natural flair for acting.

Ayesha Takia is a delight! The bubbly actress is also very natural. Ayesha Jhulka stands out as the hero’s bhabhi. Suresh Oberoi proves yet again that he's a dependable performer. Rati Agnihotri is alright. Sandhya Mridul is wasted.