Frankenstein Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Shomini Sen Writing and making thrillers is never easy. It has to be gripping, should engage the viewers and has to steer away from predictability. And Reema Kagti’s ‘Talaash’ scores in all these aspects. Written by Reema and Zoya Akhtar, ‘Talaash’ grips you from the very first shot and keeps you hooked through the two and half hours of its runtime. A tale of loss, betrayal and revenge, the film explores the many versions of truth and questions the obvious, leaving the viewer thinking of things unexplained. Superstar Armaan Kapoor’s car nose dives into the sea one late night in Mumbai. While initial reports suggests it to be an accident, Inspector Surjan Singh Shekhwat (Aamir Khan), who is investigating the case, finds a murky case of blackmailing which may have a connection with the accident. While investigating the case, he comes in contact with Tehnur (NawazuddinSiddiqui) a pimp’s right hand man and a prostitute called Rosy (KareenaKapoor) who may have the missing link to the jigsaw puzzle. Meanwhile, Shekhawat, himself is fighting demons of his past which has a direct impact on his marital life. Suffering from insomnia, Shekhawat roams around the empty streets of the city while his wife Roshni(Rani Mukerji) engulfs herself in grief and solitude back home. By the looks of it, the film seems like an uncomplicated story, almost an ‘open and shut’ case. But as the story unfolds, layers of sub plots unravel truth which pushes Shekhawat to question his own beliefs. The film’s narrative is slow and takes time to establish itself. In fact the initial shots almost make the viewer think that there are parallel plots in the story. But Kagti beautifully joins all the dots. Kagti unravels only bit by bit but never really gives in to the viewer’s curiosity until the very end. In fact, the director makes you think in a certain way, just the way she would want people to think which culminates to a mind boggling end. While the story is clearly the highlight of the film, the cast beautifully takes it forward. Aamir Khan lives up to his image of experimenting with a role of a dark Surjan Singh Shekhawat. Aamir gives a very restraint performance and stays away from the stereotype, giving depth to his character. He plays a gritty cop but is also messiah to the needy. He is concerned about his wife’s mental state but himself finds it difficult to come to terms with his past. Rani Mukerji delivers a sensitive portrayal of a mother and wife who is grappled with grief and is helpless to the present problems that are in front of her. A stark contrast from her over the top portrayal of Meenakshi in her last outing ‘Aiyyaa’, Rani makes the de-glam, depressive Roshni a character who you want to sympathise with. But of the three leading cast, it is Kareena who shines the most as the friendly, helpful prostitute Rosy. She looks beautiful, in spite of her gaudy outfits, doesn’t over act (which she tends to do in many of her films) and demands all your attention when on screen. In fact in certain scenes, she overshadows Aamir, partly because her character is such and partly because at the end of the day she can act, provided she is given a good script and a good director. Good thing that the two leading ladies have a ‘Talaash’ releasing the same year when their earlier films (Aiyyaa and Heroine) almost had them packing their bags and heading towards retirement. The film puts them back in the place where they rightfully deserve to be, owing to their body of work. The other shining star in the film is a man who has been making waves this year in various roles. As the limping Tehnur, NawazuddinSiddiqui gives a flawless performance. But then, when does he not mesmerize the viewers? He plays a no nonsense cop in ‘Kahaani’ with as much élan as a revenge seeking gangster from ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ to even a limping pimp in ‘Talaash’. Each role varied, each character well defined by this incredibly talented man. Shernaz Patel as the creepy, inquisitive neighbour ads to the story’s narrative but a talented actor like Rajkumar Yadav is somewhat wasted as Shekhawat’s assistant DevrathKulkarni as he doesn’t get the chance to prove his mettle. The camera work of Mohanan captures Mumbai in all its glory. The opening sequence, where the credits roll, is especially well shot and sets the mood of the film well. Most of the film is shot at night, and the contrasts between the plush suburban households to the murky lanes that lead to the brothels are well captured. Music by Ram Sampath is praiseworthy and is used in the background. The film demands your patience as it establishes several characters in a leisurely pace and intertwines them beautifully into a story which makes an conscious effort to steer away from the clichés. Yes, there are few moments when the film tends to slack but soon enough a new twist demands you to sit up and concentrate properly on the film. Watch it for the story. That is the actual hero of the film. The brilliant actors are just an icing on the cake. Rating: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankenstein Posted November 30, 2012 Author Share Posted November 30, 2012 chi e xams endho gani KVJ and TALAASH chudatam late avthundhi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAGA_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Okka mukka cheppandi TALAASH Hit or Flop... Story vaddu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royal Kiran Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Okka mukka cheppandi TALAASH Hit or Flop... Story vaddu Aamir khan cinema review avasarla..obvious ga BB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAGA_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Ofcourse... Geniune ga adiga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royal Kiran Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Ofcourse... Geniune ga adiga BB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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No. 1 Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 chi e xams endho gani KVJ and TALAASH chudatam late avthundhi Exams aina nuvvu pusthakam thiayav ga ani royal kiran annai PM chesaadu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harish Simha Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 blockbuster amir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kindlefire Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Amir is back wid a bang!! Amir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naresh_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Ek Tha Tiger Records break cheyaledhu anukunta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naresh_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Aamir ki salman ki unnantha mass follwing ekkada undhi.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTRtheking Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Aamir ki salman ki unnantha mass follwing ekkada undhi.. mari 3 idiots record inka enduku undi? 3 idiots record asalu first place lo ela vachindi? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelloNTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 records mass thotakoora pappu ivanni li8...ee madhyana aamir cinemalu chustunte pakka lifelong gurthundipoyela untunaye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTRtheking Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 records mass thotakoora pappu ivanni li8...ee madhyana aamir cinemalu chustunte pakka lifelong gurthundipoyela untunaye adi annayi, lifelong gurtu unde movies kavali...oka 10 years tarvata janalu gurtu unchukunedi content unna movies, memorable movies...collections anevi jus few ppl ki telusu...mana laaga db lo..leda twitter lo unde vallaki......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HelloNTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 adi annayi, lifelong gurtu unde movies kavali...oka 10 years tarvata janalu gurtu unchukunedi content unna movies, memorable movies...collections anevi jus few ppl ki telusu...mana laaga db lo..leda twitter lo unde vallaki......... yea..exactly..nenu pedhaga hindi muvees chudanu..only pedha heros antene...srk ante edo istam but aamir cinemas like DCH,RDB,TZP,3I vere evari movies ki raledhu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTRtheking Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 yea..exactly..nenu pedhaga hindi muvees chudanu..only pedha heros antene...srk ante edo istam but aamir cinemas like DCH,RDB,TZP,3I vere evari movies ki raledhu hmm, specially TZP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Naresh_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 mari 3 idiots record inka enduku undi? 3 idiots record asalu first place lo ela vachindi? inka aa record alaney undha?? 200C Salman matrame kadha.. 3 idiots coll entha?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTRtheking Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 inka aa record alaney undha?? 200C Salman matrame kadha.. 3 idiots coll entha?? 3 idiots india nett 202 or 203 crores...ett india nett around 198 or 199........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naresh_NTR Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 3 idiots india nett 202 or 203 crores...ett india nett around 198 or 199........ hindi mve lo koncham eeeku ley annai mem... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Eshwarchandra Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 hey 3 idiots 385 crores worldwide check wikepedia 3 idiots tarvaate DABANGG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Royal Kiran Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Exams aina nuvvu pusthakam thiayav ga ani royal kiran annai PM chesaadu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royal Kiran Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 hey 3 idiots 385 crores worldwide check wikepedia 3 idiots tarvaate DABANGG 385 kaadu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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N-DADA Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 inka aa record alaney undha?? 200C Salman matrame kadha.. 3 idiots coll entha?? ikkada kuda diso start sesava, nvuu maravu ani rayal kiran vunle naku PM pettadu nee gurinchi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N-DADA Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 hey 3 idiots 385 crores worldwide check wikepedia 3 idiots tarvaate DABANGG 385 aa vammo yada nundi, u got wrong info bro,dabba silla fenkula Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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