GURU(C)KANT FAIL
Guru(C)kant fail
It all seemed as destiny, a ‘MAKTUB’ in Arabic, meaning everything in world is written by one hand and it cannot be changed at all. Names are called; people were abandoned when some one tried to rewrite their fate. But, then why do I get dreams of holding a Pulitzers prize in hand awarded by none other than Jhumpa Lahiri and Queen awarding me Bookers prize and Amitabhji finally getting Academy trophy for his foray in Hollywood. The eyes open to virtual reality which heart doesn’t accept. Then one fine evening, all changed, adrenalin was gushed in body and nostalgia was over swept by excitement and courage to do something. The gonads were stimulated to secrete exceeds of testosterone to rage my brains to positive energy in pursuing my dreams and realizing my destiny. Reason of such drastic changes was sitting in a 2.5 hour film “GURU”. Madras Talkies has redone it and showed there is still art in commercial cinema.
The autobiographical plot revolves around life of Gurukant Desai, a simpleton from small village in Gujrat, who dared to dream not being simpleton villager and went ahead to craft his life. The story begins in his home village Guru has disappointed his father on failing an exam, but our hero dreams big and hence, wants to venture in Turkey for earning money. Off, he is to Istanbul where he earns money by transporting empty petrol bottles and to add a second income, he learns and masters art of gambling. Upon offered a promotion after many years, he is made up his mind to arrive back to motherland to step in corporate business. The train journey while riding back to village encounters a rendezvous with Sujata (Aishwarya) , who after singing and dancing in rain elopes for a guy, who has chickened out at last moment. Now, Guru wants money to invest in his plan for business and proposes a strategy to his childhood friend Jignesh (Arya Babbar) that if he gets him money he’ll make him 50% partner. But Jignesh asks Guru to marry his sister and inherit money left by his father for her dowry. Abhisekh agrees blindly to marry, without realization that wife to be is Sujata, his train encountered girl. Garlands are exchanged, round are taken around holy fire, bags are packed and off are trio to Swpnanagiri Mumbai now, Bombay then. The dreamer wants to step in textile industry and faces lots of hindrances. Then, he finds his mentor a owner of newspaper, Manikdas Gupta (Mithun Chakravoty) with his young grand daughter whom Guru is extremely fond of and vice versa. And then starts a decade of successful and powerful textile tycoon, who on his road to heights earns more distracters than spectators. First a fight with his partner and bro. in law leading to short time rift with his wife Sujata. Then, his mentor pitching Shyam (R. Madhvan) against him to expose his corporate secrets that lead him to success. Then there are trials and tribulations, people hating him, newspapers blacking his image, his faithful pal (Manoj Joshi) committing suicide and all deserting him except his wife and the grand daughter ( Vidya Balan) of Manikdas Gupta. To strike more to tragedy, he suffers a hemi paraplegia leading him to half side paralysis. The warrants are issued against him, industries are closed and sealed and trial of his life begins. Here, it is to see how he justifies his corporate crimes, loan sharking, and company gulping, bribing politicians and emerges as winner.
The movie surpasses excellent standards of cinema and makes us believe in Mani Ratnam. The director has pulled up a great intense work with poignant scenes like when Guru goes to confront with Shyam and finds his apple of eye Vidya Balan married to him. The battle of emotions and words that follow puts one to thinking of credibility of director. Rajiv Menon has put up an ace cinematography. Abhisekh has broken taboo surrounding his acting skills, definitely moved audience to edge of their seats in his tour de force performance. After tanned bombshell in Dhoom2 and Lucknawi Umrao adas, Aishwarya finally comes back to actingand proves simplicity is best. Mani Ratnam mould her into character that impresses her critics, too. The come back of Mithun is perfect with this role and Madhvan and Vidya are brilliant in their works. Music by A.R.Rahman is melodious to ears as usual and doesn’t break the integrity of film. Inspite of all flaws, the move is brilliant and cannot be missed rather not to be missed for all those who believe in their destiny.
Rating ****
Rating Chart:
* Bhool Hi jaaon
** Theek Hai Chalalenge
*** Accha Hain Achha Hain
**** Kya Baat HainJhakkaas
***** Dimaag aur Dil Hila De
It all seemed as destiny, a ‘MAKTUB’ in Arabic, meaning everything in world is written by one hand and it cannot be changed at all. Names are called; people were abandoned when some one tried to rewrite their fate. But, then why do I get dreams of holding a Pulitzers prize in hand awarded by none other than Jhumpa Lahiri and Queen awarding me Bookers prize and Amitabhji finally getting Academy trophy for his foray in Hollywood. The eyes open to virtual reality which heart doesn’t accept. Then one fine evening, all changed, adrenalin was gushed in body and nostalgia was over swept by excitement and courage to do something. The gonads were stimulated to secrete exceeds of testosterone to rage my brains to positive energy in pursuing my dreams and realizing my destiny. Reason of such drastic changes was sitting in a 2.5 hour film “GURU”. Madras Talkies has redone it and showed there is still art in commercial cinema.
The autobiographical plot revolves around life of Gurukant Desai, a simpleton from small village in Gujrat, who dared to dream not being simpleton villager and went ahead to craft his life. The story begins in his home village Guru has disappointed his father on failing an exam, but our hero dreams big and hence, wants to venture in Turkey for earning money. Off, he is to Istanbul where he earns money by transporting empty petrol bottles and to add a second income, he learns and masters art of gambling. Upon offered a promotion after many years, he is made up his mind to arrive back to motherland to step in corporate business. The train journey while riding back to village encounters a rendezvous with Sujata (Aishwarya) , who after singing and dancing in rain elopes for a guy, who has chickened out at last moment. Now, Guru wants money to invest in his plan for business and proposes a strategy to his childhood friend Jignesh (Arya Babbar) that if he gets him money he’ll make him 50% partner. But Jignesh asks Guru to marry his sister and inherit money left by his father for her dowry. Abhisekh agrees blindly to marry, without realization that wife to be is Sujata, his train encountered girl. Garlands are exchanged, round are taken around holy fire, bags are packed and off are trio to Swpnanagiri Mumbai now, Bombay then. The dreamer wants to step in textile industry and faces lots of hindrances. Then, he finds his mentor a owner of newspaper, Manikdas Gupta (Mithun Chakravoty) with his young grand daughter whom Guru is extremely fond of and vice versa. And then starts a decade of successful and powerful textile tycoon, who on his road to heights earns more distracters than spectators. First a fight with his partner and bro. in law leading to short time rift with his wife Sujata. Then, his mentor pitching Shyam (R. Madhvan) against him to expose his corporate secrets that lead him to success. Then there are trials and tribulations, people hating him, newspapers blacking his image, his faithful pal (Manoj Joshi) committing suicide and all deserting him except his wife and the grand daughter ( Vidya Balan) of Manikdas Gupta. To strike more to tragedy, he suffers a hemi paraplegia leading him to half side paralysis. The warrants are issued against him, industries are closed and sealed and trial of his life begins. Here, it is to see how he justifies his corporate crimes, loan sharking, and company gulping, bribing politicians and emerges as winner.
The movie surpasses excellent standards of cinema and makes us believe in Mani Ratnam. The director has pulled up a great intense work with poignant scenes like when Guru goes to confront with Shyam and finds his apple of eye Vidya Balan married to him. The battle of emotions and words that follow puts one to thinking of credibility of director. Rajiv Menon has put up an ace cinematography. Abhisekh has broken taboo surrounding his acting skills, definitely moved audience to edge of their seats in his tour de force performance. After tanned bombshell in Dhoom2 and Lucknawi Umrao adas, Aishwarya finally comes back to actingand proves simplicity is best. Mani Ratnam mould her into character that impresses her critics, too. The come back of Mithun is perfect with this role and Madhvan and Vidya are brilliant in their works. Music by A.R.Rahman is melodious to ears as usual and doesn’t break the integrity of film. Inspite of all flaws, the move is brilliant and cannot be missed rather not to be missed for all those who believe in their destiny.
Rating ****
Rating Chart:
* Bhool Hi jaaon
** Theek Hai Chalalenge
*** Accha Hain Achha Hain
**** Kya Baat HainJhakkaas
***** Dimaag aur Dil Hila De
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