Krrish
Yes, finally, the much-awaited KRRISH has arrived. Armed with
monumental expectations, this sequel to KOI? MIL GAYA is touted to win the
hearts of kids from 6 to 60. Most importantly, KRRISH is expected to rewrite
box-office history.
Since the inception of the character during the 1930s, Superman has been fodder
for a variety of movies and television series, both live and animated. Though
Hindi film heroes have had the qualities of Superman, it's for the first time
that a lead man with a mask and robe is about to invade the Hindi screen.
KRRISH is a crucial release for yet another reason. The Rakesh Roshan-Hrithik
Roshan combo has given us back-to-back successes: KAHO NAA? PYAAR HAI and KOI?
MIL GAYA. Quite naturally then, the expectations from KRRISH are humungous.
The great news is that KRRISH more than meets the expectations. The film works,
and works big time, due to several reasons. Besides a novel premise for Indian
moviegoers, it has Hrithik Roshan enacting a role that fits him like a glove.
Mind you, the role of a man with superpowers and a robust personality to match
would've fallen flat in inept hands and the best of techno-wizardry would've,
hence, been ignored, unobserved and unnoticed.
But one of the major highpoints of KRRISH is its penultimate 40 minutes. The
fight between good and bad, noble versus immoral, virtuous versus corrupt has
been depicted in film after film. And if the fight between the two extremes is
portrayed in the most convincing fashion, the viewer is bound to carry the film
home and most importantly, return to the movieplex to watch the on-screen clash
once again.
The collision of righteous Hrithik and wicked Naseer in KRRISH and the usage of
special effects and thrills takes the film to an altogether different level. It
wouldn't be wrong to state that Hindi moviegoers haven't witnessed something
like this ever. Also, the re-emergence of Rohit the lead character of KOI? MIL
GAYA in the story is a master stroke from the writing and execution point of
view. It only strengthens the climax and makes the fight utmost convincing.
KRRISH also reaffirms the fact that Rakesh Roshan has adapted to the changing
times well. While most of his contemporaries have slipped into oblivion, Roshan
Sr. has moved with the fast-changing times and gathered courage to narrate a
tale that's present-day and at the same time, inventive. At the same time,
KRRISH is soaked in Indian emotions the relationship Hrithik shares with his
grandmom Rekha, talks of astrology using computer as a tool and shows the
protagonist with superpowers -- a story Indians can absorb very easily.
Concurrently, Roshan Sr. relies on dexterously executed special effects to
narrate the tale. And the pulsating stunts and thrills only act as sone pe
suhaaga.
In a nutshell, KRRISH is a terrifically exciting and compelling experience. Move
over SUPERMAN, BATMAN and SPIDERMAN. KRRISH, the Indian superhero, has arrived!
Krishna Hrithik Roshan is born with magical powers -- a legacy from his father,
Rohit Mehra.Free as a bird, he runs like the wind? Like an eagle, he soars
across rivers and mountain tops? As a lion, he conquers rugged rocks without
fear?
Priya Priyanka Chopra comes into his life and becomes his world. When she
beckons him to Singapore, he follows her there. Little realizing it is destiny
that has summoned him. Having sheltered him from the world, his grandmother
Sonia Rekha reluctantly gives in to him and lets him follow his heart.
In Singapore, Dr. Siddhant Arya Naseeruddin Shah, the megalomaniac scientist, is
on the verge of changing the future forever. Only one man stands between Dr.
Siddharth and his destructive dreams. Only one man has the power to block his
ruthless ambitions. Krrish.
KRRISH is essentially three movies rolled into one: It starts off as a love
story, changes gears and becomes a traditional superhero story and in the
pre-climax, it's the clash between good versus evil. While the first part seems
like any other love story, it has its moments. Note Hrithik's introduction and
also, Hrithik saving Priyanka from an accident their first meeting and you know
that there's more to the film than a saccharine-sweet love story.
The first hour, in fact, may give an impression that it's a routine fare, but
knowing Roshan Sr.'s style of showing his cards in the second hour, you await
the post-interval portions with bated breath. And lo! KRRISH takes giant strides
in this hour.
The story actually gathers momentum when Sharat Saxena spills the beans and the
film goes into a flashback. From thereon, right till the end titles, it' a
different film altogether. And that's its biggest achievement. The team of
writers Sachin Bhowmick, Honey Irani, Robin Bhatt, Akash Khurana and Rakesh
Roshan deserve brownie points for padding the film with pulse-pounding moments.
The film has its share of blemishes too. The pace slackens intermittently in the
first hour, primarily because the story doesn't move beyond the romantic scenes.
Also, the music Rajesh Roshan isn't as mesmerizing as the Roshan brothers'
previous works. The songs of KRRISH are functional, barring the 'Dil Na Diya'
track, which is complimented by an energetic picturization.
The action scenes Tony Ching Siu Tung from Hong Kong and Sham Kaushal are superb
and will be greeted by claps and cheers. Hrithik's stunts in Naseer's den are
simply awe-inspiring. Prior to that, the chase portions -- Hrithik chasing
Naseer on land, water and air -- is astounding. The special effects Marc Kolbe
and Craig Mumma, both from U.S.A. are incredible. In fact, the special effects
are a pillar of the enterprise. Santosh Thundiyil's cinematography is
exceptional. The film bears a stunning look all through. Salim-Sulaiman's
background score is of international quality. It only heightens the impact
further.
To state that Hrithik is the soul of KRRISH would be an understatement. If the
actor walked away with all noteworthy awards in KOI? MIL GAYA, it's going to be
an encore with KRRISH. You cannot imagine any other actor enacting the role of a
gifted child with aplomb. If his mask and robe look is splendid, watch his make
up, gait and mannerisms as the aged father and you'd agree, he's one of the
finest talents on the Indian screen today. KRRISH is yet another ground-breaking
film in his dazzling repertoire!
Priyanka is the archetypal Hindi film heroine. Not surprising, since everyone in
Hrithik's radius is bound to get eclipsed. Rekha is highly effective, especially
in the scene after the confrontation, when she narrates the true story to
Hrithik. Naseeruddin Shah excels yet again. He plays the cool, calculating and
conniving villain to perfection. The remaining actors -- Sharat Saxena, Puneet
Issar, Akash Khurana, Hemant Pandey, Manini Mishra, Kiran Juneja Sippy and
Archana Puransingh -- are satisfactory. Preity Zinta is there for one scene.
On the whole, KRRISH is a winner all the way. At the box-office, the film will
rewrite box-office history and emerge one of the biggest hits ever. The film
will establish records from Day 1 itself, while the first weekend business will
be brilliant and the first week billing should shatter all previous records. A
money spinner, KRRISH is a definite blockbuster!
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