‘AndhaDhun’ Movie Review: Sriram Raghavan’s Twisted Tale Of Karma Is A Masterpiece The Nation Should Know 

“What is life? Depends on the liver,” Sriram Raghavan’s yet another masterpiece stitched together with a message is a delightful murder-mystery which keeps you on the edge until the very end. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu and Radhika Apte in leads, this film takes you on a journey that only a Sriram Raghavan creation can. 

Setting The Scene

The intriguing trailer leaves behind a series of questions which includes the curiosity about Ayushmann’s character being blind in the film or not. Bringing the magic of theatre on celluloid, Sriram takes things up a notch post his impeccable ‘Badlapur’ success. ‘AndhaDhun’ revolves around the story of Akash (blind or not) who gets tangled in the cobwebs of karma putting forth a nail-biting performance by all the characters in the film. With a brilliant start, this film wraps you in its spell within the first five minutes.     

Plot 

Akash, who is a pianist, meets Sophie through sheer fate post which they become friends. She turns into his lady luck helping him find a job at her father’s restaurant. Everything goes well for the two until he bumps into veteran actor Pramod Singh essayed by Anil Dhawan, who has done a fantastic job narrating what happens to celebs once they go off the limelight. Pramod’s wife Simi essayed by Tabu is one of the highlights of the film. Just like her recent films, Tabu stands out with her acting chops with Ayushmann and Radhika in tow. ‘AndhaDhun’ is a film that you must not miss. 

Verdict

Media and masses have been waiting for ‘AndhaDhun’ to release for a reason. From the gripping trailer to the storyline that makes your heart skip a beat, this film is exciting, gripping and leaves behind an important message that makes it a complete package for success. Kudos to the cast and crew which brought an intriguing work of art to the celluloid. 

Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Radhika Apte, Tabu, Zakir Hussain and Ashwini Kalsekar

What works: Sriram Raghvan’s storytelling along with brilliant performances of the leads especially when Ayushmann says, “The Nation Wants To Know” during a plot twist. 

What doesn't: The speculation of a sequel. (The makers need to get right on to it)

Rating: 4.5/5

Watch the trailer of 'AndhaDhun' here: