Dhamaal 4 Review: If You Can Survive till the Interval, You Can Survive Anything in Life
Spoiler Alert: This review contains major spoilers from Dhamaal 4, including important plot points, twists, and the ending. If you haven’t watched the movie yet and want to experience it without spoilers, please proceed at your own risk.
Part 1: The Beginning
The movie opens with the story of Shamsheer Singh, who steals a huge treasure from the British and hides it on a mysterious island. According to the legend, the treasure is buried beneath a location marked by the letter “M,” referring to the mountain where it is hidden.
The film then introduces three different groups of characters. One of the main characters (Ajay Devgan) is a dealer in second-hand antiques and is in a relationship with a woman with two children. The children don’t want him to become their stepfather, so they plan a spooky first meeting to scare him away.
At the same time, another man ( Arshard Varsi) is living alone after his wife leaves him because of the constant trouble caused by his brother. He tricks her into returning by pretending that he has suffered a serious leg injury.
On the other side of the story, a man prays for a better life (Ritesh Deshmukh) and unexpectedly ends up marrying a driver’s daughter, leading to a series of unbreable jokes.
Eventually, all three groups learn about the hidden treasure of Shameer Singh and set out on a wild adventure to find it, bringing the main characters together for the journey ahead.
Part 2: The Treasure Hunt
The adventure begins as the three groups use different ways to reach the mysterious island. One travels by hot air balloon, another by ship, and the third by speedboat. Along the way, they are caught in a massive storm that damages all their vehicles, making the journey even more difficult.
Despite facing several obstacles, they eventually reach the island and locate the mountain where the hidden treasure is believed to be buried. Just as they finally discover the treasure, a group of pirates appears ( Ravi Kishaan and his troops). The pirates reveal that they originally possessed the treasure map and demand that everyone surrender the gold.
However, things quickly spiral out of control when an accident triggers an explosion, destroying the treasure site. At the same time, a volcano begins to erupt, forcing everyone to abandon the treasure and fight for survival.
As they struggle to escape the collapsing island, the characters realise that family, friendship, and the people they love are far more valuable than any hidden fortune. This becomes the emotional message of the film.
Part 3: Another Twist in the Adventure
After the chaos on the island, the pirates who were originally after the treasure decide to abandon their pirate lifestyle and instead begin working as tourist guides. They help the main characters return safely to the city after their dangerous adventure.
However, the story doesn’t end there. During their journey back, the group discovers another treasure map, hinting that there may be an even bigger fortune waiting to be found. The new map sparks fresh arguments and competition, as everyone once again dreams of becoming rich.
This twist leaves the door open for another adventure while maintaining the film’s fun and comedic tone.
Final Verdict: Save yourself
This was one of the weakest comedy films I’ve watched in a long time. Almost every scene tries too hard to be funny, but very few jokes actually land. Instead of natural humour, the movie relies on loud gags, repetitive situations, and forced comedy that quickly becomes exhausting.
One of my biggest issues was the use of body-shaming jokes. A female character (Anjali Anand) is repeatedly mocked because of her weight, and the film treats these jokes as comedy rather than adding anything meaningful to the story. Those moments felt outdated and unnecessary.
The first half, especially around the interval, is difficult to sit through because the screenplay keeps throwing one joke after another without building a strong story. Despite the large cast and high production value, the film never finds a consistent rhythm, making many scenes feel like a waste of time.
Overall, this comedy fails to deliver genuine laughs. The writing is weak, the humour feels forced, and the plot offers very little to keep the audience invested. Despite its star cast and grand scale, the film ends up being a disappointing and forgettable experience.
