The first thing that one notices about Dhobhi Ghat is that this movie does not have intervals. And theaters, in a bid to hold on to one of their important revenue streams keep on reminding you that there isn't one and constantly encourage you to buy pop corn before the movie begins.
Just like the non-interval was an experience for me, so was the movie. I would call it a non-story because unlike stories this does not have a conclusion, its more like a snapshot of 4 characters in Mumbai. Each character has been carefully created and the casting was spot on. I was particularly impressed with Prateik Babbar and Kirti Malhotra. It isn't often that one eclipses Aamir Khan and both manage to do exactly that.
I was intrigued by Kirti's character the most. She plays Yasmin, a small-town girl from UP. She records a series of videos for her brother, which start off like letters and towards the end become more like diaries. And just like Aamir Khan's character, one is also drawn to this character. With every passing minute of watching her video, you become more intimate with her and you are curious to know what happens to her.
A must watch for those looking for an off-beat movie experience.
1 comments:
I have to watch this!
Will look out for Yasmin...and I anyways like Pratiek Babbar..
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