One of the most thinking actors of our times, Megastar Mammootty's "Bombay March 12" released with good opening . Popular scriptwriter Babu Janardhanan made his debut as director with the movie. Babu Janardhanan who had already penned script for Movies like Achanurangatha Veedu, Vaasthavam, Thalappavu is said to have reserved one of his best writings. "Bombay march 12" is one of the eagerly awaited flicks of the year.The movie features Megastar Mammootty in multiple get ups. Lal,Roma, Shaari, Sadiq, Arun Narayan, Jaikrishna(Unni Mukundhan) also includes the cast.
The film is based on the real life riot incident and bombings that hit Mumbai on March 12, 1993. The film depicts the effect the incident had on the locals of Mumbai and particularly revolves around the effects of the blasts in the lives of common men. The story revolves around Sanathana Bhat(Mammootty), a Hindu priest, who later converts to Islam and becomes Sameer, a Municipality worker. He gets married to Abida (Roma), a young Muslim woman from a village in Kerala. Sameer and Abida have premonitions about the bomb blasts, which change the course of their lives forever.
The film is interesting in parts, but the Best is reserved for the finale. The movie scores points at almost all levels till start to end. The film is filled with several twists and turns. The subplots and there are several are as well-developed as the main story. The pace of the film is just right, it has moments of realistic drama flick."Bombay March 12" is evidently a cut above the rest of the movies in its genre, and what grants it this recognition is its story and screenplay. The ongoings are authentically presented, while maintaining all the necessary ingredients for entertainment. Its not ridiculously predictable like most commercial ventures, but is not dark or miserable like a stereotypical art venture, keeps the perfect balance.
Mammootty delivers a striking performance who discovers that sometimes unclear pathways are revealed before you at the most unforeseen moments. He undoubtedly single-most popularly appealing factor in the film, and it's no surprise he steals the show and walks away with loudest applause. Megastar's expressions, voice and movement bring the character to life. Jaikrishna(Unni Mukundhan), new face has done his role with felicity.His presence and expressions register a strong impact. Roma gets a role to prove her talent and she more than lives up to the expectations. Lal is in bit space or acting but fantastic. Sadiq is incredible in light sequences. Undoubtedly,this is his career-best performance.Shaari and new comer Jyothi performs natural. Other cast like Sharanya Sasi, Arun Narayan, Joe, Rajeev,Jayan, Sreeraman, Anil Murali,Meghanadhan are adequate.
Director Babu Janardhan has paid rigorous attention to the minute details in the recreation of moments in March 12,1993. Technically, Bombay March 12 is at top with Veteran Vipin Mohan's outstanding camerawork with Afsal Yousuf's melodious music. Edits by Vijai Shankar is appreciable.
"Bombay March 12" is a winner in unexpected ways for the whole crew. First-time director Babu Janardhan spears the content to a dashboard that dashes all over the mind of audience. Bombay March 12 ,is a film with a realistic theme but at the same time its retains the essence of real cinema.
Verdict: Good.
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