Friday saw the release of Sidharth Malhotra`s new film `Jabariya Jodi` in Indian theatres. There was much hyped created by the promotions and melodious tracks but unfortunately the film could not live up to the expectations. The film revolves around central Bihar where grooms and goons are the only two who mint money. Sidharth Malhotra plays the character of Abhay Singh who ensuring no dulha demanding dahej is spared of becoming a Jabariya Jodi, referring to one of the social issues prevailing in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar where it`s called Pakadwa shaadi. Siddharth Malhotra, with colourful shirts, dark scarves and tacky sunglasses, he doesn`t quite make the cut as a menacing goon that he is supposed to be. His lady love Parineeti Chopra plays the feisty `Babli Bomb` who publicly beats up her boyfriend. Parineeti is all glammed up in chic designer wear and her Bihari accent is bang on. Director Prashant Singh and writer Sanjeev K Jha have tried to tackle these serious societal issues with a pinch of humour. But the story in the second half becomes increasingly melodramatic, robbing the impact for the message that it tries to deliver. Among the character actors, Javed Jaffrey and Sanjay Mishra are impressive and entertaining. Aparshakti Khurana, as the forever friendzoned lover is decent.