When you see the trailer of this movie, it is quite natural to dismiss it as another over the top, in your face, sex comedy. The posters do the film no favours either. Add to it, this movie is the silver screen debut for both the lead characters. So all in all, one might go into the theaters expecting something not too subtle or gentle. But that's where this film scores. From the first scene itself, you are taken into the crazy world of an infertility clinic, where the patients make ridiculous demands of their infertility specialist, played impeccably by Annu Kapoor. The richer the patients, the more outrageous the demands. Everything from a cricketer to a model to everything in between is asked for at the donor clinic. Seems as if this isn't a question of a child, but rather a question of the latest mobile phone being bought fresh off the shelf. Particular features only!
The film introduces Aayushman Khurana as a leading man. But we all know him don't we? After all, he won Roadies! But unlike most other Roadies winners, this boy has genuine talent. He plays Vicky Arora, a laid back, typical Punjabi boy, who works with his mother at her beauty parlour. He is an expert in every beauty treatment. But he wants to make it big. he wants to find a job of his own volition. He refuses to work with his uncle at their garment shop despite the high pay. But there is one thing he doesn't intend to do. And that is to become a Donor. Despite numerous attempts at cajoling him into the job by Dr. Chaddha(Annu Kapoor), he refuses. Eventually the lure of the money proves too great. As it turns out, he is the best donor the clinic has ever seen. He decides to go along with it, as, in the words of the good doctor, 'they' are getting wasted!
And then he meets Ashima Roy, played ably by Yaami Gautam, who I must add is the cutest looking actress around. Personal opinion people, no need for an argument ;-). The initial reluctance, the repeated visits to the bank where she works, the cold shoulder at a friend's wedding, are all finally forgotten as they fall head over heels in love with one another. Ashima for her part is an independent Begali girl, with a strong opinion and a forward outlook. Yaami Gautam carries off her part with aplomb, showing no signs of initial nerves. They manage to convince their families about their relationship and eventually get married, with a honeymoon in Calcutta!
And then, three months later, their world on cloud nine gets jerked back down to the ground. Perhaps the biggest irony that can befall a donor afflicts them. Then start the misunderstandings, the anger, the departure! Eventually, it is up to the good doctor to write them a perfect script for a perfect ending. The last scene of the film is enough to move you to tears, when finally Ashima sees the result of the work that Vicky had been doing in this not so respected profession
Yes, there is a lot of the S-word in the movie. And yes, Annu Kapoor does some weird hand gestures all through the movie. But the best part of the movie is that I laughed through almost all of it. The chemistry between Aayushman and Yaami is believable. You almost will them to have a happy ending all through the movie. And what do I say about 'Pani da Rang'? It is perhaps the sweetest song since Iktara to hit the Bollywood soundwaves. A special mention to Annu Kapoor for another superb performance as the harrowed doctor in search of a perfect donor. Special mentions also to the two ladies playing Vicky's mother and grandmother in the movie. There timing and camaraderie were commendable. And with a grandmother like that, I'd take on the world!
So keep your prejudices at home and do go watch this movie at your nearest theaters. I know I left the hall with a good feeling. It is definitely worth a watch...
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