Dhoom Dhaam, the latest comedy adventure starring Yami Gautam and Pratik Gandhi, made its Netflix debut on February 14. Directed by Rishab Seth, the film takes audiences on a rollercoaster ride, following a newlywed couple forced to go on the run after an unexpected mix-up turns their wedding night into chaos.
While the movie is packed with humor and action, one moment that has struck a chord with viewers is Yami Gautam’s fiery monologue on the harsh realities women face in society. If you haven’t watched Dhoom Dhaam yet, this scene alone is reason enough to add it to your must-watch list.
The Scene That Has Everyone Talking
One of the most buzzed-about moments in the film unfolds when Pratik Gandhi’s character confronts his on-screen wife, played by Yami Gautam, questioning whether deception has become second nature to women.
What follows is an electrifying response from Yami’s character, Koyel, as she unapologetically lays bare the struggles of being a woman in India.
“Lying isn’t something we enjoy, but we’re forced to do it,” she declares. “Do you even realize how difficult it is to be a woman in this country? You wouldn’t be able to breathe for even a day—it’s suffocating.”
She goes on to describe how women are constantly dictated by society—from living under their parents’ rules before marriage to being expected to conform to their in-laws’ expectations afterward. The pressure to have children never stops, and if a daughter is born, the demand to have another only intensifies. Women’s dreams and ambitions are often dismissed, and in public spaces—whether on buses, streets, or shopping malls—they are subjected to relentless stares and harassment.
Koyel doesn’t hold back as she calls out the inappropriate behavior women endure, whether it’s men leering in crowded places or objectifying them with degrading remarks. She highlights how young girls are told to wear full-sleeved outfits in the sweltering heat just to avoid attracting unwanted attention. In a scathing remark, she also condemns the disturbing trend of unsolicited explicit messages women receive, firmly stating that no woman is interested in them—so men should simply stop sending them.
A Brutally Honest Reality Check
Koyel’s monologue reaches its peak as she takes on the toxic culture of online harassment.
“Men troll us on social media, call us names, send rape threats—and then ask why we blocked them, calling us ‘sisters’? Who’s being inappropriate? Who’s harassing whom? Who’s invading our freedom? It’s always men. And yet, it’s our freedom that gets questioned.”
She delivers a final, powerful blow:
“No, we don’t enjoy lying. Yes, we sneak out of our homes sometimes, but that doesn’t mean our character is ‘loose.’ We only have one life—we have the right to live it on our terms.”
Yami Gautam on Performing the Scene in a Single Take
Speaking to News18, Yami Gautam shared her thoughts on filming the monologue, revealing that the intense scene was captured in just one take. She explained that she doesn’t believe in relying on multiple attempts for such raw, emotional moments. “The first take always holds the most honesty and authenticity,” she said, emphasizing her commitment to delivering powerful performances.
If you haven’t seen Dhoom Dhaam yet, now’s the time. Stream it on Netflix—you won’t regret it!
