US EditionAamir Khan's 'Happy Patel- Khatarnak Jasoos' Movie Review: Vir Das' Frisky Comedy Is Accurate but Acquired Taste
Happy Patel - Khatarnak Jasoos, an adult comedy co-directed by Vir Das, features rapid-fire gags and a cameo by Aamir Khan in a film blending brain rot humor with social satire.
- On January 16, 2026, Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos opened in theaters, co-directed by Vir Das and Kavi Shastri.
- The production house returned with an adult comedy aiming to 'defy all odds' as Das described it a 'brain rot' hybrid of Johnny English and Tees Maar Khan, with opening credits mocking social media outrage.
- Set in Goa, the plot follows Happy, a bumbling British-raised spy who returns to rescue a scientist and explore identity, featuring Aamir Khan's flamboyant cameo and Imran Khan's comeback.
- Critics gave the film a 2/5 rating, concluding it's watchable once with friends but not suitable for audience under 18 due to frequent profanity and vulgar language.
- The film positions itself as a satire of Bollywood and consumption, aiming to entertain and celebrate consumer culture while critics note its 'brainrot' comedy appeals to a Gen Z audience.
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Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos Review | Vir Das Serves Up A Multi-Lingual, Full-Bodied Laughter Riot
In a sea of testosterone-fuelled, hyper-nationalistic spy films, ‘Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos’ feels like a breath of fresh air. It’s an unapologetic film that commits to its silliness.
Happy Patel: Redefining the Spy Genre with Humor and Absurdity
Happy Patel: Redefining the Spy Genre with Humor and Absurdity Vir Das introduces a new angle to spy films with 'Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos', where his character breaks the mold of the conventional espionage hero. Known for his stand-up comedy, Das injects humor into the narrative, creating a protagonist who lacks the usual espionage sharpness and danger.Collaboratively written by Das and Amogh Ranadive, and co-directed with Kavi Shastri, the…
Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos movie review: Featuring Vir Das, Aamir Khan and Imran Khan, in a film that’s all over the place
Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos movie review: Vir Das film wants to be about everything. The trouble with so many ideas jostling about is that very little gets to breathe.
Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos Movie Review- Vir Das's film falls flat with illogical action and forced comedy
Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos has been released today, on January 16, 2026. This spy-comedy features Vir Das and Mithila Palkar in the lead roles along with Mona Singh, Sharib Hashmi and Srishti Tawde. Scroll further to read the full review.
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