Prakash Jha, who gave us gems like 'Gangaajal' and 'Apaharan', comes out with a mammoth size, star studded, Political drama entitled 'RAJNEETHI'. Now as soon as the titles roll in, the drama builds up like ocean waves on a sea shore and keeps you thrilled and awe stricken with its sheer energy!
Supported by great performances, the movie is delicious in parts. It had great potential to become one of those memorial Political dramas in the history of Indian cinema; but sadly, the screenplay goes on like a free bird, post intermission!
Ajay Devgan was back in great form in the first half, but was completely wasted in the second half. I found it ridiculous that an actor like Naseerudhin Shah was given such an awfully written character. The merciless editing, which concentrates more on the Ranbir - Katreena plot, adds to the trauma. Its a pity, for if the makers had worked more on the screenplay, which seems to be still on the first draft, the film would have been much more! This is not the Prakash Jha we had seen before. Please go back to your old self.
Though I felt a lump on my throat witnessing the makers wasting a brilliant opportunity, Rajneethi is still worth a watch for the rich, yet inconsistent drama it showcases.
Rating: Nearly 'Good'
Supported by great performances, the movie is delicious in parts. It had great potential to become one of those memorial Political dramas in the history of Indian cinema; but sadly, the screenplay goes on like a free bird, post intermission!
Ajay Devgan was back in great form in the first half, but was completely wasted in the second half. I found it ridiculous that an actor like Naseerudhin Shah was given such an awfully written character. The merciless editing, which concentrates more on the Ranbir - Katreena plot, adds to the trauma. Its a pity, for if the makers had worked more on the screenplay, which seems to be still on the first draft, the film would have been much more! This is not the Prakash Jha we had seen before. Please go back to your old self.
Though I felt a lump on my throat witnessing the makers wasting a brilliant opportunity, Rajneethi is still worth a watch for the rich, yet inconsistent drama it showcases.
Rating: Nearly 'Good'