Thumbs up, by Amit Bhatia, abplive : ...Pritam’s music deserves special mention. Each song is woven into the narrative so organically that it feels like an extension of the characters’ emotions. It's rare to see music becoming a part of the screenplay, and here, it's done with commendable skill.... full review

Thumbs up, by Subhash K Jha, Bolly Spice : ...Nonetheless it is a work worth a watch for its interweavement of music and drama, albeit in an infirm clasp.... full review

Thumbs up, DNA : ...The film is imperfect, vulnerable, and quietly beautiful — just like love! Come fall in love again!... full review

Thumbs up, by Devesh Sharma, Filmfare : ...Is Metro… In Dino better than the 2007 original? Unfortunately, no. The earlier film boasted stronger storylines, better music, and the unmistakable presence of Irrfan Khan. While the new film has its flaws, Anurag Basu still manages to craft a romantic drama that doesn’t flinch from real emotions. In an era of half-hearted filmmaking, Metro… In Dino is an earnest attempt at genuine storytelling, something which most directors of today have become negligent about.... full review

Thumbs up, by Aakash Kumar, Filmi Beat : ...Metro In Dino may not be a flawless film, but it is certainly a well-made and emotionally rich drama. The storytelling is engaging, the characters are relatable, and the performances are top-notch. Despite a slightly slow second half, the film redeems itself with a moving climax that makes it worth your time. If you enjoy slice-of-life dramas filled with emotions, love stories, and relatable characters, Metro In Dino is a must-watch. You'll leave the theatre feeling happy and fulfilled.... full review

Thumbs up, by Lachmi Deb Roy, FirstPost : ...Metro..In Dino’ truly deserves every bit of your time. This feel-good love story is indeed a must watch. Even after the movie ends, you may feel just the way I did, ‘I wish it was a little longer.’ The music and the snap shots of the film just lingers in your mind. The direction, the story, the dialogues and screenplay effectively creates an engaging narrative.... full review

Thumbs up, by Troy Ribeiro, Free Press Journal : ...Performance-wise, the ensemble delivers with conviction. Aditya Roy Kapur shines as the charming yet commitment-phobic Parth, carrying a carefree energy that hides deeper fears. Sara Ali Khan brings endearing vulnerability to Chumki, a woman confused yet optimistic, viewing life through love-tinted glasses. Pankaj Tripathi’s comic timing is razor-sharp, elevating scenes with quiet brilliance, while Fatima Sana Shaikh delivers a nuanced, poignant portrayal of Shruti. Veterans Anupam Kher and Neena Gupta are sincere, but they offer little in terms of emotional layering.... full review

Thumbs up, by Nitin Jain, Glamsham.com : ...For a film titled after a track (In Dino – ‘Life in a… Metro’) that once defined heartbreak for a generation, the soundtrack this time feels underwhelming. Pritam’s compositions are pleasant but rarely stirring. While the live-band concept is novel and well-intentioned, it lacks the haunting melancholy or lyrical punch of the 2007 album. It’s a missed opportunity in an otherwise emotionally rich film. Songs like ‘Dil Ka Kya’ and ‘Zamaana Lage’ strike an emotional chord, though nostalgia for iconic KK-led originals remains strong.... full review

Thumbs up, by Rishabh Suri, Hindustan Times : ...And now, the hero of the film- the music. It’s a pity it hasn’t managed to top the charts before the film’s release, because it truly sucks you in and makes you stay seated. Pritam deserves applause for his compositions, while lyricists Sandeep Srivastava, Mayur Puri, Anurag Sharma, Qaisar Ul Jafri, Neelesh Mishra and Momin Khan Momin weave some lovely songs.... full review

Thumbs up, by Jaya Dwivedie, India TV : ...If you crave fast-paced plots and high drama, Metro… In Dino might feel too slow. But if you appreciate films that touch your heart and linger in your mind long after the credits roll, this film is made for you. It captures fleeting emotions — heartbreak, forgiveness, reconnection — in their most honest form.... full review

Thumbs up, by Rajiv Vijayakar, koimoi : ...In Dino, we get rare films where music is treated as a part of a movie. At least for that, if not for its overall content, I will strongly recommend Metro, for all, not just denizens of the metros!... full review

Thumbs up, by Abhishek Srivastava, Money Control : ...Anurag Basu sets the tone beautifully right from the start, with the Holi sequence that introduces all the characters in one joyous swirl of colour. There’s something very comforting about how he stages scenes — nothing is overly dramatic, nothing is played up for effect. The songs slip in quietly and do what film songs are meant to do — move the story along and deepen the feeling. Pritam’s music here does the heavy lifting without ever making a show of it.... full review

Thumbs up, Movie Talkies : ...Overall, an layered, urban relationship drama that entertains while gently nudging you toward introspection. A win for its intended crowd. Pretty decent otherwise.... full review

Thumbs up, by TITAS CHOWDHURY, News18.com : ...It’s not every day that we get to see a Bollywood love story written with so much heart, maturity, intensity, intimacy and subtlety. Metro In Dino is a masterclass on modern-day love. It’s for the lonely, for the ones who won in love and then lost some. It’s as much Anurag’s film as Pritam’s. Zamaana Lage, Dil Ka Kya and Mann Ye Mera stand out particularly. Rush to the cinemas now!... full review

Thumbs up, by Anuj Kumar, The Hindu : ...In hyperlink films, establishing the character quickly is crucial, making the choice of actors all the more important. Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara make the lust/ lost confusion of today’s generation relatable.... full review

Thumbs up, by Tanmayi Savadi, Times Now : ...Metro…In Dino comes with its flaws and familiar structure. None of that affects the core of Basu’s storytelling. In the end, it’s warm and fuzzy, just like the tightest and longest hug from a loved one.... full review

Thumbs up, by Renuka Vyavahare, Times of India : ...There has been a scarcity of love stories in Bollywood and Metro In Dino, elevated by some fine performances, fills that gap perfectly. It is a breezy, intimate watch tailor-made for a rainy day.... full review

So-So, by Amogh Ravindra, Deccan Herald : ...Visually, it’s shot well. Warm, moody, consistent. Pritam’s soundtrack isn’t instant chartbuster material, but it grows. The songs linger quietly, like the film itself. Soft, slow, and meant to sit with you. Metro…In Dino isn’t trying to surprise you.... full review

So-So, by Baradwaj Rangan, galatta.com : ...Experimental filmmaking is necessary to break the monotony, but not at the cost of old-fashioned values like emotional connect. Otherwise, it’s just the filmmakers having fun, not the audience.... full review

So-So, by Shubhra Gupta, indian express : ...But there’s enough zest in the rest of it to keep us humming, and the film, even in its looseness and overly-stretchiness, thrumming. And what a relief, in these days of ham-fisted badly-made patriotic sagas and loud family melodramas, to find adult characters doing adult things, talking up desire and lust and love, even if you can see hints of conservativeness– characters getting into bed, but not going all the way– perhaps as a nod to these times which is bent upon taming all individual passion.... full review

So-So, by Lekha Menon, Khaleej Times : ...Metro…In Dino may not match the original’s emotional depth or impact, but it’s a warm, well-intentioned take on modern relationships enjoyable in some parts, but with a little more narrative finesse, it could have been truly memorable.... full review

So-So, by Uday Bhatia, Live Mint : ...There are other directors who’ll do a job, do it efficiently. But filmgoing is more fun when Basu’s playing in his sandbox.... full review

So-So, by Radhika Sharma, NDTV : ...Director Anurag Basu himself makes an appearance in a key sequence in Metro... In Dino. The film has Barfi! like emotions, the whimsical quality of Jagga Jasoos, and the chaos of Ludo. There's also another cameo by a director, who is believed to be the god of modern Hindi romance movies.... full review

So-So, by Isha Sharma, NewsBytes : ...Basu's intention to entertain and innovate is evident in nearly all frames and Metro...In Dino's opening sequence will take you back to Jagga Jasoos. Basu has dedicated the movie to KK and Irrfan, and the film's striking frames beam with his creativity. Extremely overstretched, Metro...is never unwatchable, but its parts work much better than the whole.... full review

So-So, by DEBANJAN DHAR, Outlook India : ...One of the major refrains insists on placing trust in a relationship, lending second chances-allowing for reconciliation, despite how tough, humiliating the ask is. Amidst transgression, allure of a better-seeming life with some stranger who might bring greater joy and stability, how do you stick with your partner? It’s a constant tussle between snipping the bond and believing the other to pull through. There are all sorts of straying, long-repressed desires of women gaining express, the stasis of no longer being giddy about the same partner. Basu lets women be impetuous, silly, brittle and sassy.... full review

So-So, by Rishil Jogani, Pinkvilla : ...Metro... In Dino may not match the brilliance of Life in a... Metro, but it certainly has a beating heart. The sincerity in Anurag Basu's craft is undeniable. While the film falters in structure and pacing, it succeeds in capturing the emotional messiness of modern relationships. Despite its flaws, it stands as a genuine, heartfelt attempt to tell personal and human stories.... full review

So-So, by Sukanya Verma, Rediff : ...Pritam's songs are tuneful but far from groundbreaking. The writing is sharp but not razor. Confusing Siri for a sex expert is neither wise nor witty.... full review

Thumbs down, by Suhani Singh, india today : ...Amidst the ensuing half-baked conflict, Basu shows some of his characters live life vicariously albeit fleetingly. But to serve what purpose is the question? In the quest to pack in Pritam’s voluminous output, Metro... In Dino turns into a protracted saga whose conclusion is long foreseeable. It doesn’t help that logic too has taken a trip, much like many of the characters do. Love certainly has evolved since the first Metro, but in Metro... In Dino, it surprisingly seems dated.... full review

Thumbs down, by Nandini Ramnath, Scroll.in : ...Whether awake or asleep, the women of Metro in Dino are in more peril than the film cares to admit. The light-hearted tone has hints of darkness and the stench of compromise. At least in this regard, Metro in Dino leavens its insistent banality.... full review