Went to watch Cheeni Kum at Sterling today. The promos of the movie had interested me greatly and I was interested in seeing whether the movie lived up to the interest it aroused in me.
The movie starts with a quick introduction of the lead characters. No grand entry, no loud music. Just the beginning of a story. The story of a romance between a 64 yr old man and a 34 yr old woman. The story of the pitfalls such a romance must inevitably face.
The movie-makers have been very wise to choose AB and Tabu for their respective roles. For, it is very difficult to imagine two people more perfect for this story. Both of them shine in the movie, be it the restrained emotion, or the tacit understanding between the two. Especially entertaining are the witty potshots that both characters can't resist taking at each other.
Tabu makes a return after a long hiatus and the wait was simply well worth it. She certainly delivers what is expected of her. AB, as always, is perfect. He portrays the character of the "khadoos" but lovable buddha quite well. Very often, he irritates you but, you still manage to feel sorry for him, at times. And, just when you have begun to feel that this fellow is not all that bad...BAM...he snaps at someone again!!! Zohra Sehgal, as AB's mom, packs in quite a punch. It is amazing to see this versatile actress still deliver such great performances in her 90's. Also, deserving a special mention is Baby Svini. Her scenes with AB are simply delightful and she effortlessly manages to keep pace with the Big B. This young lass sure has some potential. Hope she doesn't fade away, for one feels that there is surely more to come from her.
So, did Cheeni Kum justify my interest? You bet it did!!!
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3 comments:
What abt Paresh Rawal???!!!!
Have heard that this is a good movie..but hv decided against watching it :)
couldn't have come up with a better review myself - brilliantly put!
ever wondered if buddha was chosen as AB's name for its ...er wel... lets just say chosen for a reason? :)
shain = chuck the not watching policy, the movie is well worth it! :)
@ Everyman : Paresh Rawal? Why, they could have used any damn novice for the role and the effect would have been the same...it's almost an insult to Paresh Rawal to mention him as a part of this film!!!
@ Princess : TY :)
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