Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Vidya Balan and Rajkumar Rao
Director: Mohit Suri
There is a popular perception amongst movie buffs that the best stories are those which are based on real incidents or people. This week’s release 'Hamari Adhuri Kahani' could go a long way in strengthening this point of view even further.
Based on the love story of filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt’s parents, 'Hamari Adhuri Kahani' revolves around the disturbing incidents that take place when a rich business tycoon falls in love with a married woman who has a dark past.
The film’s plot is quite basic in nature. And such stories have been seen in the past as well. However, it clicks in a big way, courtesy some robust writing. The screenplay, which has been written by Bhatt himself, relies on showing rather than telling. Hence, all the characters come across as full-fledged and relatable individuals. This results in an engaging viewing experience.
Quite a few scenes have been executed quite well. The ones involving Emraan Hashmi and Vidya Balan stand out in particular as there is a certain amount of melancholy and tenderness surrounding them. Moreover, some of the scenes towards the climax too strike a chord. They very effectively incorporate some elements from Indian mythology.
On the flip side, the sequences involving Amala come across as a bit too melodramatic and unconvincing. Furthermore, the opening sequence is a bit long drawn and seems never ending.
As far as performances are concerned, Vidya essays the role of a suffering victim with tremendous maturity. She underplays her part at all the right points, making her act pretty true to life.Infact in a certain way her performance is a bit reminiscent to the one delivered by Pooja Bhatt in ‘Zakhm’.
Hashmi delivers an energetic and lively performance. He is reasonably good in the romantic sequences. Moreover, the actor shares a crackling rapport with his co-star Vidya. Their chemistry is the backbone of this Mohit Suri’s movie.
That said and done, the erstwhile ‘serial kisser’ is unable to do justice to some of the dramatic/emotional sequences. Amala disappoints in a big way. The veteran actress overacts, delivering a completely 'over the top' performance.
Furthermore, Rajkumar Rao too fails to deliver the goods. The National award winner has been miscast. He lacks the type of maturity needed for playing such a complex part. The rest of the cast is strictly okay.
The cinematography is pretty decent. The locales—right from the vast deserts to the colourful gardens—compliment the onscreen events reasonably well. Moreover, close-up shots have been used intelligently, magnifying the emotional shock value associated with some of the scenes.
The film’s editing is good and creates a fluid narrative. But it could have been a bit better in the opening scenes.
The music has tremendous situational appeal .'Zaroori Tha' is the pick of the lot, thanks to its sensitive lyrics.
Shagufta Rafique’s dialogues are bit dated. Luckily, this drawback is covered up as the actors deliver them in a convincing manner.
To sum up, ‘Hamari Adhuri Kahani’ may not appeal to a certain section of the audience. However, it is just what the doctor ordered for those who believe in tragic love stories.
Rating: 3/5
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