A film released on Amazon Prime due to COVID. I think it was good for the film, as it might not appeal to a typical theatre-goer.
I liked it, for its gentle twists, with a big one at the end, and subtle humour, dialogues, and acting. The makeup Amitabh wears is a a bit outlandish though. Also, it does not waver from its theme.
The old grandeur of Lucknow, and some of its present dilapidation, is brought out well. The references to Aliganj, Aminabad and the Imambaras brought back memories of my stay there, 2001-03. Sitapur is also mentioned. (we lived on Sitapur Road).
Worth a watch, in my view. Ayushmann is of course, good. So is the supporting cast.
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Saw it today. Made me miss Lucknow, as I could recognize most of the locations.
The best scene was Mirza almost fainting after hearing Rs 30000 from the chuski vendor, as the potential rent he should get from his tenants.
Yes, It may not be of taste of normal film viewers in theatre. A wise decision to release on Amazon.
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