The latest comedy-drama series Do You Wanna Partner brings together Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty in a story that blends female entrepreneurship, friendship, and ambition with a hint of quirkiness. The show is set against the evolving urban landscape of Delhi and Kolkata and explores how two women navigate challenges in a male-driven business world while staying true to their dreams.
Story
The story begins with Shikha Roy Chaudhary (Tamannaah Bhatia), who faces an unexpected setback when her company is acquired, leaving her jobless. Rather than wallowing in disappointment, she decides to revive her late father’s dream—creating her own beer brand. Determined to make it happen, she tries to rope in her best friend Anahita (Diana Penty). However, Anahita is thriving in her corporate career and initially hesitates.
Things change when Anahita is unfairly sidelined at work by a male colleague who undermines her efforts. Frustrated and disillusioned, she decides to support Shikha in launching the beer venture. Together, the duo teams up with brewer Bobby Bagga (Nakuul Mehta), but they soon realize that investors are unwilling to back women entrepreneurs.
In an unexpected twist, a sore throat causes Anahita’s voice to sound husky, leading potential investors on calls to mistake her for a man. The sudden shift in how seriously they are taken highlights the subtle sexism in business. Playing along with this misunderstanding, they finally secure a loan from the stylish yet shady Laila Singh (Shweta Tiwari), enabling them to launch their brand.
While the beer takes off with clever marketing, trouble soon arrives in the form of Vikram Walia (Neeraj Kabi), a rival who once stole Shikha’s father’s recipe. Determined to crush their dream, he uses every trick in the book, creating major hurdles for the women. What follows is a rollercoaster of setbacks, resilience, and clever comebacks that keep the narrative engaging.
Performances
Tamannaah Bhatia shines as Shikha, portraying her vulnerability and determination with equal ease, while Diana Penty delivers a convincing performance as the ambitious yet grounded Anahita. Their on-screen chemistry as best friends feels natural and relatable.
Nakuul Mehta plays Bobby, the passionate brewer and single father, bringing warmth to his role. Shweta Tiwari’s Laila Singh steals scenes with her mix of glamour and intimidation. Equally impressive is Jaaved Jaaferi, who brings humour and emotional layers as David Jones/Dylon Thomas. Neeraj Kabi once again proves his strength in villainous roles as Vikram Walia. Supporting cast members like Sufi Motiwala, Ayesha Raza Mishra, and Rannvijay Singha (as Kabir, Shikha’s partner) add depth, though some characters could have been explored further.
Behind the scenes
The soundtrack is a strong point, with composers like Rajan Batra, Harshvardhan Gadhvi, and Kanishk Seth delivering an eclectic mix of 12 songs. Standouts such as Udd Jaavan, Kol Kol, and Jee Le Zindagi are likely to become audience favourites. The background score, especially during Laila’s entry and the lead duo’s moments, adds flavour to the storytelling.
Cinematographer Anubhav Bansal beautifully captures Delhi and Kolkata, giving the show an authentic flavour. Editing by Amit Kulkarni keeps the narrative crisp, though some episodes in the beginning feel slightly stretched.
Final Verdict
The series effectively highlights gender bias in business and workplace dynamics through humour and drama. The writing, by Nandini Gupta, Nidhi Sethia, and Aarsh Vora, balances comedy with social commentary, though character growth—especially for Shikha and Anahita—feels limited. Certain subplots, like Shikha’s abrupt breakup with Kabir, appear forced and primarily add unnecessary drama.
Do You Wanna Partner is a light-hearted yet meaningful series that celebrates female friendship, ambition, and resilience in the face of systemic biases. With strong performances, catchy music, and a mix of humour and drama, it strikes a chord with young audiences. Despite some predictable twists and underdeveloped character arcs, the show manages to entertain while sparking conversations about sexism and entrepreneurship.
It ends on a hopeful note, leaving viewers curious about a potential second season. For fans of Tamannaah Bhatia, Diana Penty, or those who enjoy comedy-dramas with a social edge, this series is definitely worth a watch.
