This is the first time Anurag Kashyap has forayed into an out-and-out romantic love triangle. Did he succeed in it ? Can Abhishek Bachchan make a comeback ? Let us find out ..
Manmarziyan tells the story of Rumi (played by Tapsee Pannu) , who has to choose between her careless and commitment phobic boyfriend Vicky (played by Vicky Kaushal) and the matured and sober Robbie (played by Abhishek Bachchan). Rumi loves Vicky and wants to marry him but Vicky is not ready to take the responsibility until Rumi decides to give arrange marriage a chance. Unfortunately, she still thinks of Vicky and is confused to choose between the two.
From the director of hard-hitting true stories Black Friday, dark-thrillers like No Smoking , Paanch or Ugly, crime drama Gangs Of Wasseypur, Anurag Kashyap has build his own empire of cinema. The brilliant director has stepped out of his comfort zone and experimented with a love triangle. The intention is pretty good but backfires with a lame story full of potholes. The movie opens with a bang. The sizzling chemistry between Vicky and Tapse, amazing soundtrack especially Dhyaanchand which was beautifully choreographed. The entry of Abhishek Bachchan adds another flavor to the ongoing premises. Till here we are good. The film starts losing focus when Rumi decides to run away with Vicky but comes back for marriage and then again tries to run, eventually getting married to Abhsihek Bachchan. This does not stop here. Even after marriage, she decides to go back to Vicky but regrets later.
I was disappointed considering am a huge fan of Anurag Kashyap's film. He is probably one of the best director we have in India who loves to experiment with new stuff. Unfortunately, he is not in a good form with Manmarziyaan. The screenplay is loose and so is the editing of the film which needs to be trimmed a lot. On the other side, the background score and music by Amit Trivedi needs special mention. There are no chartbuster songs but there are delightful to hear. Art direction and cinematography is amazing capturing the culture of Amritsar, Punjab.
It is the performances by the lead cast which is the highlight of the Manmarziyaan. Tapsee Pannu was simply mindblowing as Rumi. She makes you laugh with her frustration over her love life and at the same is expressive in emotional scenes. Vicky Kaushal will give you yet another surprise playing the role of good-for-nothing DJ. Abhshek Bachchan gets a good comeback. He has played the role with more sincerity.
Overall, Manmarziyaan is a disappointing affair which should only be remembered for its performances and superb music score. Below average 2/5
Manmarziyan tells the story of Rumi (played by Tapsee Pannu) , who has to choose between her careless and commitment phobic boyfriend Vicky (played by Vicky Kaushal) and the matured and sober Robbie (played by Abhishek Bachchan). Rumi loves Vicky and wants to marry him but Vicky is not ready to take the responsibility until Rumi decides to give arrange marriage a chance. Unfortunately, she still thinks of Vicky and is confused to choose between the two.
From the director of hard-hitting true stories Black Friday, dark-thrillers like No Smoking , Paanch or Ugly, crime drama Gangs Of Wasseypur, Anurag Kashyap has build his own empire of cinema. The brilliant director has stepped out of his comfort zone and experimented with a love triangle. The intention is pretty good but backfires with a lame story full of potholes. The movie opens with a bang. The sizzling chemistry between Vicky and Tapse, amazing soundtrack especially Dhyaanchand which was beautifully choreographed. The entry of Abhishek Bachchan adds another flavor to the ongoing premises. Till here we are good. The film starts losing focus when Rumi decides to run away with Vicky but comes back for marriage and then again tries to run, eventually getting married to Abhsihek Bachchan. This does not stop here. Even after marriage, she decides to go back to Vicky but regrets later.
I was disappointed considering am a huge fan of Anurag Kashyap's film. He is probably one of the best director we have in India who loves to experiment with new stuff. Unfortunately, he is not in a good form with Manmarziyaan. The screenplay is loose and so is the editing of the film which needs to be trimmed a lot. On the other side, the background score and music by Amit Trivedi needs special mention. There are no chartbuster songs but there are delightful to hear. Art direction and cinematography is amazing capturing the culture of Amritsar, Punjab.
It is the performances by the lead cast which is the highlight of the Manmarziyaan. Tapsee Pannu was simply mindblowing as Rumi. She makes you laugh with her frustration over her love life and at the same is expressive in emotional scenes. Vicky Kaushal will give you yet another surprise playing the role of good-for-nothing DJ. Abhshek Bachchan gets a good comeback. He has played the role with more sincerity.
Overall, Manmarziyaan is a disappointing affair which should only be remembered for its performances and superb music score. Below average 2/5