Boman Irani’s Directorial Debut: The Mehta Boys Falls Short of Impact

February 7, 2025

The Mehta Boys
The Mehta Boys, a touching but traditional examination of a broken father-son relationship, marks Boman Irani's debut as director. The film, which was co-written with Alexander Dinelaris from Birdman, highlights Irani's acting abilities but goes too cautious. Even while there are heartwarming and humorous moments, the story lacks the emotional resonance necessary to make an impression. This film is worth seeing if you enjoy Irani's subtle performances, but don't anticipate a novel perspective on intergenerational problems.
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