Saturday, December 11, 2010

Band Baaja Baaraat - Review

Over the last few years, Yashraj seems to have lost its sheen and credibility owing to some ridiculously mind-numbing films and this time they try to salvage their position with what they know best, a romantic comedy. Does the pair of newbie Ranveer and Anushka do the trick?
Though predictable, this ones a fresh entertainer recommended to all.

Set in the heart of Delhi, the story revolves around two characters. Bittoo Sharma(Ranveer Singh), a college grad looking to find work so as to avoid going back to the village and working at his fathers farm and Shruti Kakkar(Anushka Sharma) a spunky girl who's dream is to start Shaadi Mubarak and become the best wedding planner in her area. They cross paths and team up to start the business which eventually gains a lot of popularity. What follows is the age-old Yashraj plot of love-fight-split-love-happy ending.

The first half of the film is superb with some sharp writing from Habib Faisal(screenplay). It moves swiftly and keeps you highly entertained. The latter stretches a bit and could easily be trimmed by 15 minutes.
The music by Salim-Sulieman is a winner. A film like this warrants some good music and it doesn't fail.

Of the performances, debutant Ranveer Singh steals the show. Though unconventional looking, he exudes energy and brings life to Bittoo Sharma. Definitely a find.
Anushka Sharma too, delivers her best performance to date and looks fabulous. The chemistry between them is crackling.

First-timer Maneesh Sharma has a winner on his hands, though the film could have been so much more if he hadn't trodden down the moldy Yashraj path in the second half.

To sum it up BBB with its rustic Punjabi flavour is a good watch. Walk in with no expectations and you'll walk out pleasantly surprised. This is one shaadi you should attend.

Rating: 3/5

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