show of Farhan Akhtar's Bhaag Milkha
Bhaag which releases tomorrow, so
here's what I thought about the biopic
in five points.
1. The reason why there were sky high expectations from Bhaag Milkha
Bhaag was that this year none of the proclaimed superstars of
Bollywood (except perhaps Akshay's Special Chabbis) will deliver
anything that is expected to be an exceptional cinematic experience,
i.e., critically. That along with Rakeysh Omprash Mehra's return after
the forgettable Delhi 6 and of course Farhan Akhtar! Even though I
just cannot say i am disappointed, I can't say I was mesmerized as
well.
2. The story which stretches from 1947 to 1960, traces Milkha Singh's
life from his early days to the time he was 25 years old. When Milkha
decides not to run in the 'Peace Games' between India and Pakistan,
everyone including Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is confused as to why?
Thus, his initial trainer or Guruji, played by Pawan Malhotra recites
the tale of the Flying Sikh during a long train journey to Chandigarh.
3. Farhan Akhtar is the sole reason to blindly go to the theaters and
watch the movie. His physique, his style and his conviction towards
the character is overwhelming. There's no questioning his resemblance
to the legendary sprinter. Almost certain to get the filmfare award
this year I guess.
4. The rest of the performances in the movie are rather average to be
honest. They say Sonam charged just Rs 11 for the movie, and I think
the brevity of her role would have anyway amounted to that only. Dilip
Tahil as Jawaharlal Nehru has no charisma whatsoever and Yograj
Singh(Yuvraj's Father) who's the national coach chips in with a good
performance. Divya Dutta too is not anything super! So many
characters, yes the movie is definitely LONG!
5. The background score is extremely disappointing, especially in the
first half and honestly the scenes apart from the ones which were
related to the races aren't good enough to give the whole 'EPIC!'
feeling. Mehra does well but not great and so do Shankar Ehsaan and
Loy!
Still, it is definitely a must watch film, there is no doubt about
that. But apart from FARHAN AKHTAR, is there anything else in the film
worthy of getting the 4.5 -5 stars it has been getting? I don't think
so!
3.5/5 For Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. A well made film which tastes great just
because of its main ingredient! Plus Rebecca Breeds ♥ !
P.S.- You would surely want to run on the treadmill after watching
Farhan's Muscles!
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