Samu Bahadur movie review: Vicky Kaushal’s film suffers from being overly judgmental | Movie Review News
There’s a scene in the movie where Sam Bahadur strode away from demoralized soldiers after giving an impassioned speech. One of them looked at him as he was leaving and said, “Finally, someone has appeared who can tell us what to do.” There’s not only admiration in his tone, but respect in his eyes.
Sam ManekshawHis colorful personality and illustrious career have long awaited a biopic. Meghna Gulzar’s 150-minute film focuses on the high points of his personal and professional life, coming out for a moment and commanding as much admiration and respect as a soldier who takes a bow after finishing his work. . Although some people simply admire his biographical pictures, Sam Bahadur’s fans were and still are huge. However, the film suffers from being overly declarative, with background music overpowering important events and towering figures on screen. He is the only one who escapes this situation and stands tall throughout the movie. Vicky Kaushal As a manke show and as a manke show. This is Kaushal’s most difficult role but he plays it perfectly.
In real life, Manekshaw, the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshal, was a charismatic figure, and myths about him began to be woven very early on, with stories of his conquests on and off the battlefield being told. Ta. His courage was unquestionable and his men adored him. He was always perfectly dressed. Visitors also had to dress appropriately. There was no room for sloppiness. By all accounts, he was a great cook and host. And his dry humor and candor were as legendary as his charm.
Early in the film, we meet Sam (Kaushal), a very brave man who is pursuing his academic skills at a military academy. A charming romance ensues with the pretty young Shiru (Malhotra, somehow holding his own). She soon becomes his wife. Although she was seriously injured serving in Burma during World War II, she managed to survive. That he was destined for greatness was evident from the accolades he began collecting soon after his miraculous recovery. The British, who pressed the medal of bravery on his chest, laid the foundations for a bloody partition and a divided army. Manekshaw never doubted where his loyalties lay, even when his friend Yahya Khan (Ayub, almost unrecognizable due to the overlapping of his prosthetic legs) remained in the country that became Pakistan. .
Manekshaw played a decisive role in the 1971 war. His clever strategy enabled Mrs. Gandhi to confront the American army and completely defeat the Pakistani army. While the film depicts her (Sheikh) as a leader who is not afraid to take tough decisions, it is less of a compliment to Nehru (Kavi), who is often shown to be indecisive. do not have. However, these political shenanigans featuring several important figures of the time, including Sardar Patel (Namdeo) and other ministers, have not made as much impact as they should have. And that applies to the entire movie as well.
But Kaushal charmed me with his sparkling eyes and bristly mustache. It’s hard to play a character this faithfully without becoming a caricature, but he becomes Sam Bahadur.
Sam Bahadur movie cast: Vicky Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, Neeraj Kabi, Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Govind Namdeo
Sam Bahadur Film Director: Meghna Gulzar
Sam Bahadur Movie Rating: 2 and a half stars
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Date first published: November 30, 2023 21:51 IST
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