From the director of 'Jhankaar Beats' comes a totally contrasting yet amazing film. 'Kahaani' is a story about Bidda Bagchi (Vidya Bagchi played by Vidya Balan) who lands in 'Amaar Kolkata' from London in search of her husband, Arnab Bagchi. But the story is not so ordinary like you think. From the moment she lands, things get complicated and to enjoy the complications better visit the theatre near you. I promise: you're in for an edge of the seat thriller.
Technically, the movie is brilliant and its easily one of the best thrillers Bollywood has ever produced. You end up thinking, "Where's been this talent all along?" Bollywood is currently undergoing a transition - a transition in film making technology, story telling and of course acting. This film is an example of that. Although Ra.One was also an example of the same, after watching 'Kahaani' rest assured things are in the right track.
Kolkata is always thought of as the most crowded and the dirtiest cities and Director Sujoy Ghosh makes his cameraman capture the same. In fact, never before have I seen so many intricate details of the scene enviroment captured so beautifully. It was real yet surreal. Durga Puja is captured so awesomely and the vibrant red and cream and white colors paint the screen and with apt music from Vishal-Shekar, the viewer is taken for a tour inside the real Kolkata during Durga Puja.
Vidya Balan is amazing. She has a long way to go in Bollywood. She has a very promising future. I think she should try other languages too. But going forward, she has to choose her roles very carefully because expectations will tend to increase after this performance. Hats off to Vidya Balan. On the onset of Women's day, she will definitely get added to my 'adore' list.
The supporting cast is full of Bongs and they add the real flavor to the cinema. Their pronunciation, their lifestyle all add to the freshness of the script. 'Kahaani' is an out and out Desi mystery/thriller. Now how many movies fall into this genre. 'Kahaani' might have been one of those classic bengali films you would have never heard of but that it speaks hindi and has the proper ingredients to cater to a larger public.
I loved the movie. It made my day. It made my mind think so much. The director keeps us guessing all along and in the end, when it all makes sense you are awestruck. Such brilliant think such good interlinking between characters marks the stamp of a 'legend in the making'.
I am a movie addict and 'Kahaani' gave me the 'kick' that I was searching for all along.
Watch it and enjoy and spread the cheer.
Rating: 4/5
'Kahaani' - Truly a mother of a story!
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