Rajkummar Rao is back with yet another comedy in which life simply refuses to go his way, and honestly, that’s where the fun begins. Produced by Rao and Patralekhaa Paul, Toaster also stars Sanya Malhotra, Archana Puran Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, and Seema Pahwa. From the trailer alone, the film promised a quirky, chaotic comedy packed with absurd situations and unpredictable twists. But does it actually deliver a full-on laughter riot, or does it end up being another offbeat idea that doesn’t fully land? Read our Toaster movie review to find out!

A toaster, an MMS, and a whole lot of chaos

Toaster follows Ramakant (Rajkummar Rao), a miserly man who will go to any extreme to save money. Every rupee matters to him, and parting with it feels like a personal loss. His wife, Shilpa (Sanya Malhotra), however, is quite the opposite. She is practical, sensible, and far less attached to money. So when they are invited to a wedding, Shilpa decides to gift the couple a ₹5,000 toaster. For Ramakant, this is like sacrificing his soul (he may actually prefer that). He reluctantly agrees, but not before making sure everyone knows exactly how expensive the toaster is.

Just when you think things can’t get worse for him, the wedding gets called off. And that’s when Ramakant’s true nature kicks in. Determined to get his precious toaster back, he sets out on a mission that quickly spirals into absolute chaos. What follows is a series of messy, unpredictable situations where everything that can go wrong… does. From awkward confrontations to bizarre encounters, Ramakant finds himself stuck in a chain of events that only get more ridiculous with time. And that’s where the film finds its humour. How a politician’s MMS, Ramakant’s toaster, and an extraordinary old woman cross paths is unexpected and ridiculous.

Toaster movie review: A quirky story that mostly delivers

Toaster thrives on its sheer absurdity. The humour is loud, random, and at times, completely unhinged. The humour is very much in line with the kind of “brain rot” comedy Gen Z enjoys today. Just when the story seems to settle, it throws in another twist that catches you off guard.

Even though the basic plot is simple, the treatment makes it entertaining. It takes an everyday situation and stretches it into something wildly dramatic and funny. Rajkummar Rao is, without a doubt, the heart of the film. His comic timing is spot on, and he plays Ramakant with such conviction that you can’t imagine anyone else in the role. He makes the character’s stinginess both frustrating and hilarious at the same time. Sanya Malhotra does a decent job portraying the frustration of being married to someone like Ramakant. While her performance feels natural, her limited screen time holds her back.

The real surprise, however, is Archana Puran Singh as Mrs Pherwani. Her character is completely unexpected—dark, eccentric, and oddly hilarious. She brings a chaotic energy to the film as an old widow with some absurd bedroom fantasies. The supporting cast, including Seema Pahwa and Abhishek Banerjee, adds depth and keeps the madness going, making the world of Toaster feel even more unpredictable.

For a directorial debut, Vivek Daschaudhary does a commendable job. It certainly doesn’t feel like a first film. However, the writing does stumble in parts. Some scenes feel stretched, and a few jokes don’t land as intended. The humour occasionally feels forced, especially when the film tries too hard to be quirky in the second half.

If you’re expecting something mind-blowing, Toaster isn’t that movie. But if you’re looking for a one-time watch to just laugh out loud, add Toaster to your watchlist. The movie is now streaming on Netflix.

Can you watch Toaster with your family?: Yes, the movie has no explicit scenes or abusive language. It can make for a fun family watch.

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