I’ve often heard people say, film-making are few things short of a gamble. And as any gambler will tell you, you’ve got to gamble huge to triumph huge. Going by this logic, Shah Rukh Khan is The Supreme Gambler of the season.
What’s at stake, beside the a lot of money invested in RA.ONE of course, can be a dream, a vision, an aspiration to create a film which appeals to kids and children at heart. In short, attempt a film that interests the universal audience. At the same time, it ought to raise the bar for Hindi films. Also at stake is SRK’s once-unchallenged supremacy as the reigning idol of Bollywood which elusive thing called reputation. Once you invest your repute in your dream project and stick your neck out, you anticipate nothing short of a mega-success.
Movies like KRRISH and ROBOT initiated the buzz of superhero films in India, with fantasy making deep inroads into mainstream Hindi cinema. Now RA.ONE sets the standard, takes not a step or two, but a large leap and adheres to international standards, with regards to execution. But the soul, I must add, is very desi. That’s exactly the reason why RA.ONE emerges trumps. RA.You are beauty with brains.
What characterizes a sensational superhero movie? I have narrowed it right down to three precise constituents which i deem are absolutely necessary to have an alluring superhero flick. The very first is that the motion picture must encompass spectacular action and edge-of-the-seat thrills. Secondly, an impressive superhero movie must also boast of luminous performances from the protagonists, which should make these characters appear credible and relatable. Thirdly and most importantly, superhero films must have a narrative that keeps us yearning for further. All of these are indispensable factors for making a superhero movie which will be both acclaimed and adored by fans. Fortunately, RA.ONE emerges triumphant out of all three departments.
RA.ONE is the most ambitious, most expensive and the most technologically complex Hindi film ever produced. It pushes the envelope further. It’s not merely a film, but an event, an event. It’s a film that may rewrite the textbook laptop or computer graphics in Hindi cinema. Simultaneously, it is very Indian at heart. The partnership between SRK and the kid is the highpoint of the enterprise. But, simultaneously, there are ample clap-trap moments which will send the viewers in frenzy. The chase sequence, when Ra.One finally zeroes on Lucifer, as well as the subsequent ‘entry’ of the superhero is awe-inspiring. The train sequence inside the second hour is exceptional and a cinematic feat. The presence of Rajnikanth in a crucial sequence will be greeted with deafening claps and whistles. And, needless to say, the climax of the film; it’s simply jaw-dropping.
Besides these factors, the ‘Chammak Chhallo‘ number has already been a rage and so are the sequences involving visual effects. In a nutshell, it’s an entertainer that works in a major way. You haven’t experienced something like this ever before, on the Hindi screen!
A father tries difficult to fit into his son’s world. While Shekhar [Shah Rukh Khan] tries every trick inside the book to woo his son, his son had given up on him. Just when the father-son duo hit a deadlock, Shekhar strikes gold when he designs one hell of a game. Finally, it all starts falling set up. But the happiness is short-lived. All hell breaks loose when the game that was meant to be enjoyed, starts playing them.
We have been spoilt by cinema’s ability to create on celluloid anything that can be imagined, therefore we have raconteurs making endeavors to bestow us with movies that you wouldn’t have ever envisioned during your mind’s eye. You realize this when you watch RA.ONE, which is a visual spectacle from start to end.
Director Anubhav Sinha along with co-writers David Benullo, Kanika Dhillon and Mushtaq Shiekh might be inspired by international flicks in terms of the concept is concerned, but they make sure that they serve the right masala to moviegoers in those 2.30 hours. What actually walks you by complete surprise is not only the money spent on visual effects or perhaps the stunning chase and action scenes, but the twists and turns in the screenplay that unravel in a feverish pace.
Besides, the moviegoers have certain expectations and notions about superhero flicks plus they expect such characters to execute audacious aerobatics to save someone’s life or even a nation. But this one’s different. Visually arresting and dramatically what the doctor ordered, the film delivers relatable characters, which makes this superhero movie for kids as well as grown-ups. In fact, I’d like to add, RA.ONE is not only skillfully directed, but additionally visually dynamic and entertains from commencement to conclusion.
The album with the film lives up to the grand expectations. Vishal-Shekhar deliver an uplifting score with ‘Chammak Chhallo’, ‘Dildaara’ and ‘Raftarein’ being the pick with the lot. The background score, also recorded by them, is every bit electrifying. V. Manikandan and Nicola Pecorini’s cinematography is first-rate. Same goes for the stunts and chases [Andy Gill and Spiro Razatos]. Dialogue [Kanika Dhillon and Niranjan Iyengar] are hardly ever commonplace. What I found best is that, whether humorous or thoughtful, the channel of communication appears very credible. The Ra.One and G.One suits, produced by Robert Kurtzman, are super.
RA.You are a perfect vehicle that does justice towards the talent of Shah Rukh Khan. He has found a story and character that work well in perfect sync and tandem with manic energy. SRK steers this physically challenging lead role with high-spirited self-belief. He’s endearing since the father and magnificent since the superhero with a heart. Kareena Kapoor can be a delight to watch. She effortlessly glides to the character. Besides, she looks ethereal inside the ‘Chammak Chhallo’ song and her wit is infectious. Arjun Rampal pulls his act with effortlessness and style. Also, Arjun’s well-designed look is admirable.
I’d like to make a special mention of Armaan Verma, the little one who has a pivotal part to portray. He stands shoulder to shoulder with SRK and Kareena all through the film and delivers a super-confident performance. The film features a number of actors in key roles [Shahana Goswami, Dalip Tahil, Satish Shah, Suresh Menon, Mushtaq Shiekh and Tom Wu] and each of them fit well within their respective parts. Sanjay Dutt and Priyanka Chopra add to the glam quotient, while Rajnikanth proves yet again that he’s a scene stealer.
However the man who warrants the particular round of applause is director Anubhav Sinha himself. For offering the best of SRK, Kareena and Arjun. For the amazing screenplay. For the speedy yet smooth stream from the narrative. And for the fantastic unfolding with the written material. He merits top admiration for every act of his.
Overall, RA.ONE is a solid entertainer, no two opinions on that. It isn’t merely a great looking film, but also has soul, which is so important to strike a chord with all the avid moviegoer. As for the business prospects, RA.You are sure to shatter all previous records and hang new ones, in India along with internationally. The film could be the new yardstick for measuring success. It’s got Blockbuster written all over it!
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