#Talaash is so.. 'atmospheric', and props to Reema K, because it doesn't matter if someone spoiled the twist for you. Adequately gripping.
#Talaash.. Is it mainstream.. is it new wave.. IDK, but it's v immersive & fun. And the biggest mystery is Aamir's mustache. Review tomorrow
#Talaash - Terrific demand 4 tickets in Chennai where it is releasing in 12 screens. Heavy pressure in 'Plexes, sold out 4 weekend.
Originally posted by: tomnjerry2Taran Adarsh, 29 Nov 2012, 23:24 hrs IST
Before analyzing the movie, I just wish to state one thing. You haven't watched a suspense thriller like TALAASH on the Hindi screen. Ever. Also, all those sms-es prior to the release pertaining to the 'killer' are humbug, bogus and phony.
Another clarification. TALAASH is not remotely similar to KAHAANI. A lot of space was devoted to the imaginary tale that TALAASH and KAHAANI were similar in nature. But you realize it's an ill-founded rumor as the reels of TALAASH unfold. It's also alleged that TALAASH borrows from a novella called 'Act Of Providence'. Then there's an assumption that TALAASH borrows from SHUTTER ISLAND'
Similarities apart, TALAASH stands on its feet for the reason that it merges conspiracy, tension and tragedy with dexterousness. Add to it the turn of events, the razor sharp dialogue and of course, the suspense' TALAASH takes the suspense angle to a new altitude altogether, emerging into an exceptionally constructed mystery.
Aamir Khan plays an investigation officer, Inspector Shekhawat, who is informed about the accident and subsequent death of a superstar. The case turns into a life altering chase for Inspector Shekhawat when he is forced to reel under the repercussions of a disturbed married life [Rani Mukherji] and come face to face with his suppressed grief.
Being on his investigative quest, Inspector Shekhawat meets a sex worker [Kareena Kapoor], who further adds shades of mystery to the puzzle. What looks like a simple car accident investigation turns into a haunting mystery as further investigations show many anomalies were stringed to the death of the victim.
TALAASH is dramatic and absorbing, both. Director Reema Kagti takes up an attention-grabbing premise and along with co-writer Zoya Akhtar spins a tale that makes the viewer a participant of sorts. While the cop tries hard to solve the jigsaw puzzle, the spectator, with his mind wide alert by now, gets intrigued by what he observes and perceives and is keen to get to the bottom of the mystery himself/herself. That, in my opinion, is why this suspense drama works. Frankly, it's the sort of film that's extremely tough to pull off, but Reema has a strong control of the material and together with her efficient team pulls off the trick with aplomb and composure.
In addition, Reema creates the right ambiance essential for a suspense drama. The tale is stylishly told and the authentic mood keeps you on the edge of the seat for most part of those two hours. TALAASH is not one of those movies that relies on the been-there-seen-that kind of situations. I'd like to add that though there's a remote possibility that you may solve the mystery before the protagonist gets to it in the finale, you can't help but stay hooked and wrapped to the twisted characters and disturbing situations that TALAASH offers.
The finale, sure enough, is all important in a film of this genre. In this case, it's astonishing, powerful and also heartrending. It ends up as an emotional film that tugs at your heartstrings. The film delves into deep, dark secrets and that makes the conclusion one of the most satisfying wrap ups one has witnessed in a movie of this variety. I could just go on and on about the merits of the film, but I shall not reveal any further and spoil the fun for you. I suggest, experience it yourself!
The production design and the detailing attached to the movie couldn't be more authentic and adds incredible value to the project. Visually too, the frames capture the nervousness and uneasiness of the characters and also the setting with aplomb [DoP: Mohanan]. The music [Ram Sampath] is situational. The songs may not feature on your fav list, but a couple of numbers are fascinating nonetheless. In fact, the songs are well integrated in the narrative, driving the story forward every time they appear. The dialogue [Fahan Akhtar; additional dialogue: Anurag Kashyap] are taut and transfixing.
Though Aamir has portrayed the role of a cop earlier, he brings something new to the table with his spellbinding performance in TALAASH. The earnestness and authenticity with which he enacts his character cannot be expressed in a few sentences. That would be doing gross injustice to the actor's abilities, frankly. He holds the camera in every frame and charges assertively through the film, making you believe in Inspector Shekhawat's journey in entirety. It's a standout piece of acting, unquestionably. That Aamir is the best actor of his generation comes to the fore yet again!
Both Rani and Kareena are given a moment in the sun, despite Aamir dominating the film with a power-packed performance. Rani is superb as the troubled wife, while Kareena is terrific as the hooker. Together the two actresses deliver admirable performances that would definitely merit a mention in award ceremonies next year. The sequences between Aamir and Kareena in particular are simply fantastic!
Nawazuddin Siddiqui sparkles in a significant role, enacting his part with remarkable ease. Raj Kumar Yadav is efficient enough. Shernaz Patel leaves a stunning impact. Every actor in the film -- in a brief role or otherwise -- stays fresh in your memory after the screening has concluded.
On the whole, TALAASH is an outstanding film. A taut psychological thriller that keeps you guessing till the end, it leaves you spellbound, leaves you mesmerized, leaves you with an exclamation, 'Wow!'. An absolute must watch for all movie buffs. You just can't afford to miss this one!first paid review or Aamir Khan does not pay Taran adarsh ?? ... 😆Keep-------------Smiling !!!😊
Originally posted by: tomnjerry2
On the whole, TALAASH is an outstanding film. A taut psychological thriller that keeps you guessing till the end, it leaves you spellbound, leaves you mesmerized, leaves you with an exclamation, 'Wow!'. An absolute must watch for all movie buffs. You just can't afford to miss this one!
Originally posted by: tomnjerry2Taran Adarsh, 29 Nov 2012, 23:24 hrs IST
Before analyzing the movie, I just wish to state one thing. You haven't watched a suspense thriller like TALAASH on the Hindi screen. Ever. Also, all those sms-es prior to the release pertaining to the 'killer' are humbug, bogus and phony.
Another clarification. TALAASH is not remotely similar to KAHAANI. A lot of space was devoted to the imaginary tale that TALAASH and KAHAANI were similar in nature. But you realize it's an ill-founded rumor as the reels of TALAASH unfold. It's also alleged that TALAASH borrows from a novella called 'Act Of Providence'. Then there's an assumption that TALAASH borrows from SHUTTER ISLAND'
Similarities apart, TALAASH stands on its feet for the reason that it merges conspiracy, tension and tragedy with dexterousness. Add to it the turn of events, the razor sharp dialogue and of course, the suspense' TALAASH takes the suspense angle to a new altitude altogether, emerging into an exceptionally constructed mystery.
Aamir Khan plays an investigation officer, Inspector Shekhawat, who is informed about the accident and subsequent death of a superstar. The case turns into a life altering chase for Inspector Shekhawat when he is forced to reel under the repercussions of a disturbed married life [Rani Mukherji] and come face to face with his suppressed grief.
Being on his investigative quest, Inspector Shekhawat meets a sex worker [Kareena Kapoor], who further adds shades of mystery to the puzzle. What looks like a simple car accident investigation turns into a haunting mystery as further investigations show many anomalies were stringed to the death of the victim.
TALAASH is dramatic and absorbing, both. Director Reema Kagti takes up an attention-grabbing premise and along with co-writer Zoya Akhtar spins a tale that makes the viewer a participant of sorts. While the cop tries hard to solve the jigsaw puzzle, the spectator, with his mind wide alert by now, gets intrigued by what he observes and perceives and is keen to get to the bottom of the mystery himself/herself. That, in my opinion, is why this suspense drama works. Frankly, it's the sort of film that's extremely tough to pull off, but Reema has a strong control of the material and together with her efficient team pulls off the trick with aplomb and composure.
In addition, Reema creates the right ambiance essential for a suspense drama. The tale is stylishly told and the authentic mood keeps you on the edge of the seat for most part of those two hours. TALAASH is not one of those movies that relies on the been-there-seen-that kind of situations. I'd like to add that though there's a remote possibility that you may solve the mystery before the protagonist gets to it in the finale, you can't help but stay hooked and wrapped to the twisted characters and disturbing situations that TALAASH offers.
The finale, sure enough, is all important in a film of this genre. In this case, it's astonishing, powerful and also heartrending. It ends up as an emotional film that tugs at your heartstrings. The film delves into deep, dark secrets and that makes the conclusion one of the most satisfying wrap ups one has witnessed in a movie of this variety. I could just go on and on about the merits of the film, but I shall not reveal any further and spoil the fun for you. I suggest, experience it yourself!
The production design and the detailing attached to the movie couldn't be more authentic and adds incredible value to the project. Visually too, the frames capture the nervousness and uneasiness of the characters and also the setting with aplomb [DoP: Mohanan]. The music [Ram Sampath] is situational. The songs may not feature on your fav list, but a couple of numbers are fascinating nonetheless. In fact, the songs are well integrated in the narrative, driving the story forward every time they appear. The dialogue [Fahan Akhtar; additional dialogue: Anurag Kashyap] are taut and transfixing.
Though Aamir has portrayed the role of a cop earlier, he brings something new to the table with his spellbinding performance in TALAASH. The earnestness and authenticity with which he enacts his character cannot be expressed in a few sentences. That would be doing gross injustice to the actor's abilities, frankly. He holds the camera in every frame and charges assertively through the film, making you believe in Inspector Shekhawat's journey in entirety. It's a standout piece of acting, unquestionably. That Aamir is the best actor of his generation comes to the fore yet again!
Both Rani and Kareena are given a moment in the sun, despite Aamir dominating the film with a power-packed performance. Rani is superb as the troubled wife, while Kareena is terrific as the hooker. Together the two actresses deliver admirable performances that would definitely merit a mention in award ceremonies next year. The sequences between Aamir and Kareena in particular are simply fantastic!
Nawazuddin Siddiqui sparkles in a significant role, enacting his part with remarkable ease. Raj Kumar Yadav is efficient enough. Shernaz Patel leaves a stunning impact. Every actor in the film -- in a brief role or otherwise -- stays fresh in your memory after the screening has concluded.
On the whole, TALAASH is an outstanding film. A taut psychological thriller that keeps you guessing till the end, it leaves you spellbound, leaves you mesmerized, leaves you with an exclamation, 'Wow!'. An absolute must watch for all movie buffs. You just can't afford to miss this one!first paid review or Aamir Khan does not pay Taran adarsh ?? ... 😆Keep-------------Smiling !!!😊
Watched a pretty solid Vikram Bhatt film that wasn't made by Vikram Bhatt. #Talaash
Directed by Reema Kagti (Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd), written by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, dialogues by Farhan Akhtar and additional dialogues by Anurag Kashyap, the latest film of Aamir Khan can be classified as a crime drama. Talaash is a story of betrayal, loss of a loved one, deceit and greed set against the backdrop of the city, where only the fittest survive.
Reema sets the tone of the film in the credits, which shows the cross section of working society on a Mumbai night. The camera leisurely captures the road side dhabas, the prostitutes and pimps, the taxi drivers, the beggars who NEED to work through the night to survive. In this lonely night, a movie star crashes his car into the sea-face and drowns to his death. Enter Inspector Surjan Singh Shekawat, who starts to investigate the case. The case appears to be an open and shut accident case, but
Aamir Khan as Surjan Singh in Talaash
Surjan's instincts take him into the underbellies of the red light district in Mumbai. He is helped by a prostitute, Rosie (played by Kareena Kapoor) and tries to put together the missing links. Why did Armaan, the star, sent his driver and his make-up man home and drove his own car, when he was not fond of driving at all? Why did he get Rs.20 lakhs from his accountant in cash in the morning? What happened to the money? Armaan's wife and family blame the cops that they are trying to cover up the case. Surjan suspects that Armaan's best friend and his wife are not saying the complete truth.
At this point of time, Reema introduces other characters in the film. The pimp Shashi, his girlfriend, his chamcha Tehnur (played brilliantly by Nawazuddin Siddiqui) and Reema opens part of the suspense to the audience. And she introduces us to the back story of Surjan, how he lost his son, how he and his wife Roshni are trying to deal with the loss. Despite trying to put together the missing links in the accident case, we realize that Surjan is trying to put together the missing links in how to cope up with the loss of his loved one. He does not know what he is searching for, but he continues searching hoping that it will lead him away from the pain and burden of having watched his son die.
Aamir Khan and Rani in Talaash
The narrative is mostly linear and intentionally slow and Reema insists on connecting the dots for her audience in a detailed manner. And this is sometimes painfully slow but you realize the conceit only when it is pulled right in front of your eyes. What a masterstroke! Unlike Kahaani, to which this film's story was being compared to(no connection there ' it is just a rumour), the conceit here is just the catalyst. The movie continues well after the conceit is revealed and you completely surrender to Reema's narrative. But the best potions of the film are the scenes between
Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor in a scene from Talaash
Aamir and Kareena. The sensitivity in which Reema handles these portions is remarkable. You really are very confident about the integrity of Surjan even when he follows her to the hotel room, and this is precisely achieved by the way the director handles these portions. There is one truly fantastic moment where Aamir looks at Kareena silently for a whole 10 seconds (10 seconds silence in movie time is really long) and says "You don't belong here (in the world of prostitution)". Only a confident director (and a confident actor) could have pulled this off.
The final scenes are so inclusive that it brings tears to your eyes and content to your hearts. Remarkable achievement from a director, for whom this is just the second film. This is a difficult film to make where the audience always knows more than the protagonist. And Aamir brings in so much of depth and layers into his performance, that this could be considered one of his very best. From trying to figure out the games Kareena plays with him by giving him information in bits and pieces, to the constant pain he exhibits in his eyes, to trying to be as helpful to his wife as possible to help her cope up with the loss ' the role is multi-dimensional and Aamir does full justice to it.
Rani plays Roshni, Aamir's wife, who shares his loss, and she is simply outstanding. In the beginning, the director gives us only a glimpse of her character and makes us believe that she is unable to deal with the loss. But the character has a fantastic arc and she is the one who is actually positive and full of hope. (I asked Surjan about having a second child, but he did not even want to discuss it ' she shares with a friend; her reaction of genuine warmth and joy to seeing her son's friend is another example). Kareena plays the mystery girl Rosie' a prostitute with a golden heart ' and it is again a difficult role. What Rosie thinks is not reflected in her face, but all along her career, Kareena has played just the opposite. It is the triumph of the director, the actor and the casting director to have pulled this off. In fact the way she plays it is so effortless, but when you look back, you realize how well she had pulled it off. The other supporting cast including Raj Kumar Yadav and Shernaz Patel is excellent and so is the work of the crew. Ram Sampath's background score and Mohanan's camera work deserve special mention.
The team of Dil Chahta Hai, Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd, Luck by Chance and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara have given their best venture till date. So what are you waiting for? The search for this year's best film is over.
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