Naach Ga Ghuma Movie Review: A Sweet Film Which Makes You Smile While You Leave The Cinema Hall

Naach Ga Ghuma, directed by Paresh Mokashi, is a Marathi film. A heartwarming comedy that delves into the complexities of urban life and the often-over-looked human connections that sustains us. The film focusses on Rani (Mukta Barve), a middle-class woman juggling the demands of her bank job and household chores. Her world becomes upside down when Rani and Asha (Namrata Sambherao), her dependable maid have dispute due to some misunderstanding.

The film excels in capturing the rushed pace of urban life in the opening sequence. We see Rani struggling to get everything done, constantly on the edge. Asha’s absence throws this carefully constructed routine for a toss. Rani’s struggle to get out of bed, navigate rush hour traffic, and meet deadlines at work is a relatable experience for many viewers. Rani’s frantic search for a replacement, her mounting stress, and the comedic mishaps that follow are portrayed with a light touch, keeping the audience engaged. The film cleverly uses humor to highlight the dependence of middle-class families on domestic help, a dynamic that often goes unnoticed.

However, “Naach Ga Ghuma” is more than just slapstick. As Rani delves deeper into Asha’s disappearance, the narrative explores the complex relationship between employer and employee. The film doesn’t shy away from portraying the power dynamics at play, prompting introspection about the often-overlooked contributions of domestic workers.

Mokashi’s strength as a writer lies in his witty dialogue and sharp observations on human behavior. Rani’s stress about finding a replacement is both comical and a subtle commentary on the societal expectations placed on working women. The film doesn’t shy away from portraying the challenges Rani faces – the judgmental stares from neighbors, and the passive-aggressive comments from her mother-in-law.

The cast delivers stellar performances. Mukta Barve perfectly embodies Rani’s frustration and vulnerability. She portrays Rani’s anxieties and frustrations with perfect comic timing.

Namrata Sambherao delivers a stellar performance as Asha, the maid. She plays the character with a quiet dignity and a hint of mystery that keeps the audience engaged.

The supporting cast, including Sarang Sathaye, Supriya Pathare and Sukanya Mone add warmth and humor to the narrative.

Paresh Mokashi as a director, expertly navigates between slapstick comedy and poignant moments. The film’s humor is derived from everyday situations, making it all the more relatable. Rani’s frantic search for a maid leads to a series of encounters with quirky characters, providing ample comedic fodder. However, beneath the surface, “Naach Ga Ghuma” tackles the unspoken struggles of the middle class. Rani’s dependence on Asha highlights the invisible labor that keeps many households afloat.

However, the film is not without flaws. The film’s runtime of 139 minutes feels a tad long. The screenplay while initially hilarious, becomes repetitive. Additionally, the resolution of the film, while heartwarming, does feel a bit predictable.

Despite, its flaws, the sharp writing, relatable characters, and stellar performances make “Naach Ga Ghuma” a thoroughly enjoyable watch. The film’s strength lies in its ability to seamlessly blend lighthearted entertainment with a thought-provoking message about the unseen pillars that hold our urban lives together.

Overall, “Naach Ga Ghuma” is a delightful watch for those seeking a heartwarming comedy with a touch of social relevance. It’s a film that will make you laugh, think, and appreciate the invisible forces that keep our lives running smoothly.

3.5/5 Stars!

Maidaan Movie Review: Ajay Devgn Is UNSTOPPABLE – Unadulterated & Informative Entertainment!

So, I had the privilege to witness the much anticipated “Maidaan” this Eid. A movie which focusses on a story that shockingly many Indians had no idea about. A biopic based on the life of Syed Abdul Rahim and his career, which defined the golden era of Indian football, or, better said, the only golden era of Indian football. Starting with the 1952 Olympic Games, the film introduces us to the dark days of Indian football when the team was losing matches in one-sided encounters, the coach didn’t have the authority to choose players, and the committee members were more interested in food and discussions over religion and how local boys should get more chances because football is popular in the state. Despite that, Syed demands a complete charge, and he gets it. He elects players from different parts of the country and makes a team that goes on to defeat Australia in 1956’s Olympics. Team India ‘s performance improves, but the medal box remains empty. A self-goal done by mistake throws India out of the 1960 Olympics, and Rahim Saab is asked to resign from his post. He then learns about his lung cancer and demands one more chance to coach Team India because he may not have time after that. How Rahim and his team create history at the Asian Games 1962 against all odds is what awaits you in the rest of the film.

Maidaan has a story that can be molded into anything, a Chak De! India level of perfection or an Azhar like disaster. Saiwyn Quadras, Akash Chawla and Arunava Joy Sengupta’s story somewhere covers everything but still there’s something missing. There are moments that will make you clap, whistle & melt your heart but this genre has given us so many memorable films, you kind of expect the same from Maidaan. It’s not at all an average film or even an above average one, it’s an above-good movie which could’ve been excellent.

The whole set-up of vintage India is the major highlight of the film as it’s every bit of beautiful. The production value looks top notch. At some places, the green screens are bit of a turn-off, but a normal cine-goer will hardly notice it. With one of the best climaxes ever seen, director Amit Sharma and team achieve a thrilling high. From the word go, the movie just races along-with its fast-paced screenplay but lags somewhere in between.

Ajay Devgn explores various shades in the film and nails every single one of it. He’s high on energy throughout his performance and that goes in his favor. He delivers one of the finest performances of his lifetime & promises every ounce of entertainment.

Priyamani surprises as a Hyderabadi wife & master’s the accent. She’s a delightful surprise and supernatural.

The portrayal of Roy Chaudhary will go down as one of the best performances under the filmography of Gajraj Rao. He’s flawless in the film & share some amazing scenes with the others.

Amit Sharma had a very tough goal to achieve, and he manages to pull it off with some misses. He justifies the script & tries to deliver it with the maximum impact. This easily could’ve gone to the boring side but thanks to Amit’s direction & screenplay, it manages to keep you stick to your seats.

A. R. Rahman’s Team India Hai Hum is the best song of the lot & adds the entertainment value to the story. Ajay Devgn and teams’ presence makes an average song like Ranga Ranga bearable. Mirza wasn’t needed but it’s there to strengthen the chemistry factor between Ajay & Priyamani. The background score by A. R. Rahman is exactly what a film like Maidaan needed. Though I missed a song like the title track of Chak! De India throughout the film.

All said and done, Maidaan is a teamwork & hence it’s victorious. Ajay Devgn is unstoppable & Maidaan will do nothing but add yet another hit to his account. Watch it for the pure and informative entertainment.

Three and a half stars!