By Shachi Chaturvedi
Director: Jaspal Singh Sandhu & Rajeev Barnwal
Cast: Sanjay Mishra & Neena Gupta
Runtime: 1 hr 50 min
Ratings: 3/5
Synopsis
The story revolves around an elderly married couple who were content with their ordinary middle-class life until their son decided to pursue further education in the United States. The couple has sacrificed everything to send their son overseas, but in exchange they receive nothing.
Review
Vadh, starring Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta, depicts the harsh realities of the world in a direct manner. The film comes across as a no-filter selfie of many houses. The film opens with an introduction to the characters of Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta. Initially, the film offers the impression that it is about a middle-class couple, but as we progress you realise that this film has several layers to it. The title of the film, Vadh, is self-explanatory.
The term ‘Vadh’ means ‘to eliminate the wicked,’ which is precisely what Sanjay Mishra does in the film. This film depicts middle-class despair, the realities of ungrateful youth, and a monster in human form.
When it comes to stellar performances, Sanjay Mishra is the master of his craft. From funny parts to serious ones like this, the man can do it all. Concerning Neena Gupta, it appears that the lady has resolved to deliver all of her greatest performances this year. This year, Neena has exhibited all of her shades. From Goodbye to Vadh, the lady is killing it.
Coming up, technical aspects of filmmaking and music. Although there aren’t many songs in the film, the background soundtrack is so fantastic that it creates the necessary tension for the audience. When it comes to the camera, it’s always nice to witness a film with the necessary close-ups and pans, as well as effective use of space and location.
A thing to notice is that, while the filmmakers attempted to add a humorous element to a few sequences in order to make the film digestible, it appears that the film is still too dark, and audiences may avoid viewing it as a result.
Conclusion
This film is an honest attempt to depict the harsh truth of the world, and it is worth seeing.
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