Emergency

While I admire Kangana Ranaut for her sincere attempt at creating a biography centered on Ms. Indira Gandhi, a figure who stands as one of if not the most contentious in our nation's post independence history, the execution falls significantly short of its potential.

Indira Gandhi's character was multifaceted, encompassing her aspirations for absolute power, dedication to her country, and her complex relationship with her son, Sanjay.

All rhese elements warrant a more nuanced script and character development, which "Emergency" regrettably did not achieve, despite having right intentions.

Regarding the performances, Kangana bore a striking resemblance to Indira and attempted to emulate her mannerisms and speech too but all her efforts came off too overstated, lacking the authenticity that would render them natural.

There is always a fine line between imitating an individual against becoming a replica from inside; for reasons unknown, Kangana opted for the former, I wish, she chose the latter.