"Bad Newz": Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri & Ammy Virk Star in Romantic Comedy with a Rare Pregnancy Twist
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Mumbai, – Bollywood’s latest romantic comedy Bad Newz hit theatres on 19 July 2024, bringing with it laughter, confusion, and a very rare scientific phenomenon. Starring Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri, and Ammy Virk, the film explores heteropaternal superfecundation—a condition where a woman gives birth to twins fathered by two different men.
About the Film
- Title: Bad Newz
- Release Date: 19 July 2024
- Director: Anand Tiwari
- Producers: Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta (Dharma Productions), Amazon Prime Video
- Estimated Budget: ₹80–85 crore
- Language: Hindi
- Genre: Romantic Comedy / Family Drama
- Production Companies: Dharma Productions, Amazon Prime Studios, Leo Media Collective
Star Cast
- Vicky Kaushal as Akhil, a sensitive and hopeful would-be father
- Triptii Dimri as Saloni, an ambitious chef caught between two relationships
- Ammy Virk as Gurbir, a cheerful and charming suitor from Mussoorie
- Neha Dhupia in a supporting role
- Karan Kundra and Sheeba Chaddha in cameo/character roles
A Story with Scientific Roots
The film centers around Saloni, who finds herself pregnant with twins after spending intimate time with two different men—her estranged partner and a new love interest. A DNA test reveals both men are the biological fathers of her twins, due to a rare condition called heteropaternal superfecundation.
This condition, though medically documented, is extremely rare—only a few dozen cases have been confirmed worldwide.
Mixing Romance with Real-Life Science
Bad Newz presents this bizarre situation with a humorous tone, while also exploring:
- Relationship dynamics
- Modern parenting
- Social judgments
- Reproductive autonomy of women
The film is positioned as a spiritual sequel to the 2019 hit Good Newwz, which also tackled unusual pregnancy themes, but through IVF.
Performances & Audience Response
- Vicky Kaushal shines with his comic timing and emotional sincerity.
- Triptii Dimri, following her success in Animal, portrays vulnerability and strength in equal measure.
- Ammy Virk brings his signature warmth and rural charm to the role.
The chemistry between the three leads and the comic writing have been appreciated, though some critics feel the subject could have been explored in more depth.
Box Office & Budget
- Budget: ₹80–85 crore (approx.)
- Opening Weekend Collection: ₹35–40 crore (estimated)
- Expected to perform well post-digital release on Amazon Prime Video in late August 2024.
