Jawan Movie Review: Shah Rukh Khan gets from the South what Bollywood has not been able to do for years!

Abhishek N
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This is Shah Rukh Khan showing why he really is the last of the stars!

Jawan Movie Review Rating: 

Star Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra, Sunil Grover, Deepika Padukone

Director: Atlee

What's good: Everything that features Shah Rukh Khan

What's bad: Everything that doesn't have Shah Rukh Khan.

 



Loo break: It's almost 3 hours; you have to take at least 2 breaks, one natural and one extra because it's almost 3 hours.

 

To watch or not to watch? Even if you don't like typical commercial potboilers, watch it for Shah Rukh Khan!

 

Available in: Theatrical release

 

Running time: A lot! 2 hours 49 minutes

 

The SRK in the form of a mummy, who destroys his enemies to the last, is seen asking "Main Kaun Hoon?" (Who am I?) with the expression of those actors who are brought back to the shows after being in a coma for months due to high demands for payment. (Who am I?) with the expression of those actors who are brought back to shows after being in a coma for months due to high fee demands. A child promises him: "I will find out who you are when I grow up!", adding the typical Atlee drama.

Thirty years later, here is Vikram Rathore SRK, a police officer turned Robinhood. He is doing everything the government should do to make things easier for citizens. Now, is Vikram the same SRK we saw in the beginning? Or are they different people? If they are indeed different, who are they? That is the subject of the plot.

 

Jawan Movie Review: Script Analysis

 

Atlee, known for making films with mass appeal, has created Gadar 2 specifically for the majority Indian audience. With his filmography, a pattern emerges where he caters to a wide range of viewers. In the film Jawan, there are moments of entertainment strategically placed to prevent the story from becoming tedious. Shah Rukh Khan plays multiple roles in the film, showcasing his versatility, but his performance in the Hindi version feels forced in terms of voice and body movement. Although comparisons can be drawn to films like Aparichit and Gabbar Is Back, Jawan is better designed as a proper masala film. Atlee's directing style is evident in his focus on fan heroism, which takes precedence over the story and script. Cinematographer G.K. Vishnu's work shines in the action scenes, particularly the ground fights that receive meticulous camera attention.



 

Jawan Movie Review: Star Performance

Shah Rukh Khan delivers one of his best performances in commercial cinema with Raees and Pathaan, showcasing his ability to represent multiple characters effectively. While some characters stand out, others contribute to the overcrowded narrative. Nayanthara's character has a significant role opposite Shah Rukh, but it would have been more impactful if she had more depth and influence on the plot. Vijay Sethupathi, despite being a superior actor, is not given the opportunity to showcase his talents due to the limitations of the writing. Sanya Malhotra and Sunil Grover, in supporting roles, fail to leave a lasting impression. Deepika Padukone makes a special cameo, appearing captivating in her 90s avatar and wearing sensual saris.




Jawan Movie Review: Direction, Music

Atlee has studied a lot and knows exactly how to play on the nerves of the Indian public. With Jawan, he serves up exactly what would have been appreciated by the Indian audience with a little more masala.

 

Anirudh Ravichander loses on the songs, but wins on the soundtrack. You won't hear the routine 'speed-busting' songs, but you will definitely vibrate to the orchestral magic he has created with the instruments.

Jawan Movie Review: The Last Word

Said and done, Jawan will always be remembered for Atlee's extraordinary way of giving Shah Rukh Khan a fitting tribute, showing why he is, for all intents and purposes, 'the last of the stars'.

Three stars!


 

 

 

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