Nikhat Kazmi, from the "Times of India" stated "the first thing that strikes you about Tanu Weds Manu is a striking sense of familiarity. It wasn't long before you saw Shahid Kapoor playing a similar sacrificial lover to Kareena Kapoor in "Jab We Met". But the deja vu doesn't last long. For despite the predictable – and paper thin – storyline, the film manages to hook you with its sheer atmospherics. Fun while it lasts, Tanu Weds Manu throws up Bollywood's newest obsession – small town girls and their gunas (values) – once again. A meatier storyline and a less messed up climax would have worked wonders for the film." Anupama Chopra from "NDTV" gave 2.5/5 and noted "Though the director picked up an interesting subject, he has not succeeded in executing his story effectively on screen – there are not enough laughs in the film. But there is something missing to make it a perfect romantic comedy. If you are looking for a great romantic comedy, this is not the one, but watch it for Madhavan and his chemistry with Deepak". Noyon Jyoti Parasara of "NowRunning.com" too gave 2.5/5 and wrote ""TWM" turns out to be an average film because of the weak second half. It has a feel-good factor to it, which should work with some part of the audience." Critic Sukanya Verma from "Rediff" gave it a 3/5 rating explaining ""Tanu Weds Manu" is a pleasant experience for most part. Sharma fails to maintain the zing till the very end though. A disappointing, lengthy and gabby third-act makes Tanu Weds Manu's running time of 2 hours and 15 minutes longer than it is. It doesn't take offence at anything but will charm you anyway. Monica Chopra from "sify" rated 3/5 and mentioned "What's not to like? There's the shaadi-baarat, the romance, lovely clothes, and the atmospherics that transport you into another world.Yes, the film is cliché-ridden, has elements of rom-coms like "Jab We Met", and Shergill's character track doesn't quite add up, but the film isn't aiming for anything more than a one-time watch entertainer. Anand L Rai ("Thodi Life Thoda Magic", "Strangers") makes a sweet romantic comedy that'll have you smiling as you leave the theatre".