'Dabangg' is rustic, has loads of action, harps on the age-old mother-son and varied relationships [half-brother, step-father], eventually turns into a vendetta fare, has a number of songs placed smartly in the narrative [including an item number]... but the packaging is slick and polished. Sure, it's old wine, but packed in a brand new bottle, with a new brand ambassador [Salman Khan] endorsing this masalathon.
Most importantly, it has Salman like never before. Breathing fire and venom, Chulbul Pandey aka Robin Hood Pandey taps Salman's star power like no film has and the result is sheer magic. In fact, 'Dabangg' stands on three pillars - Salman's star power, smashing stunts and super music.
Final word? Salman fans, rejoice! You walk in 'Dabangg' with 100% expectations and you exit with 200% gratification. Entertainment guaranteed. This film will create a pandemonium of sorts, a mass hysteria, crushing old records and setting new benchmarks at the box-office.
'Dabangg' has nothing ground-breaking to offer as far as its plot is concerned. We've visited similar stories in the past, but what makes 'Dabangg' shine, and shine brightly, is Salman's star power, which camouflages the aberrations wonderfully. The darling of the masses has been cast in a role that his fans love to see him in, which explains why this film works from start to end.
'Dabangg' is special for two more reasons: S. Vijayan's stunts and Sajid-Wajid's music, with an additional song by Lalit Pandit. Talking of action scenes, Salman's introduction at the start and the fight-to-finish in the climax will send the masses in frenzy. To state that the action scenes are outstanding, especially the fight in the finale, would be an understatement. In the finale fight, when Salman's shirt tears apart and the rippling muscles and the bare-chest fight ensues, will lead to chaos at mass-dominated centres, especially at single screens. The climax will be one of the prime reasons for repeat viewing, for sure.
It's difficult to accommodate music in an action film, but Sajid-Wajid come up with a melodious score. The title track, "Tere Mast Mast Do Nain" and "Munni" [composed by Lalit Pandit] are the icing on the cake.
Director Abhinav Singh Kashyap is in his element. He's made an out and out entertainer with an eye at the masses and he succeeds in his endeavour. Doing justice to vintage formula is no cakewalk, let's not forget. Besides, the director stays away from going overdramatic while handling the dramatic and emotional moments. This explains why you don't exit the theatre with a spinning head. Mahesh Limaye's cinematography is perfect. Dialogue, especially those delivered by Salman, will be greeted with claps and whistles.
Salman Khan is the boss, when it comes to playing to the masses. This film reaffirms this truth. The role provides him ample opportunity to prove his star power and he does it with remarkable ease. Let me put it on record. 'Dabangg' is yet another landmark film in his career, besides 'Maine Pyar Kiya', 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun', 'Judwaa' [tapping the funny side], 'Tere Naam' [tapping the emotional side] and 'Wanted'.
Sonakshi Sinha looks fresh, acts confidently and pairs off very well with Salman. Most importantly, she delivers the right expressions and is not overpowered by the galaxy of stars in the cast. Arbaaz Khan is efficient. He underplays his part well. Sonu Sood is electrifying, matching up to Salman at every step. In fact, the fight in the finale between Salman and Sonu is awe-inspiring.
Vinod Khanna is excellent in a role that has grey shades. Dimple Kapadia is truly wonderful. Anupam Kher is, as always, good. Ditto for Om Puri. Mahesh Manjrekar doesn't get ample scope. Mahi Gill is alright. Tinnu Anand is effective. Murli Sharma is nice. Malaika Arora Khan sizzles in the "Munni" track.
On the whole, 'Dabangg' is a full on entertainer with three aces - Salman Khan like never before, stylish action and super music.
Source: Bollywood Hungama
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