PANGA: It is a heart-warming movie about home-makers who strive to make a comeback after marriage and kids. This topic has not been explored well in Bollywood and it adds to the current volley of women-centric movies. Set in Bhopal, Kangana plays a railway clerk immersed in blissful marital life until her 7 year old precocious kid urges her to return to professional kabaddi-a game she left several years back. The sports scenes are shot realistically and Kangana’s frustation and anguish are also depicted perfectly. The only deterrant is that there is no dramatic conflict in the movie. Everyone one is so sugary sweet-including the husband and the neighbor. The husband is shown to have several hobbies like gardening, playing the guitar and listening to music. Some part of the movie is shot in Kolkata and there is abundant use of Bengali words in the movie. Kangana’s performance is top-notch. Richa Chadda is also credible as the best friend. Jassi Gill plays the husband’s role to perfection. Yagya Bhasin is adorable as the 7-year old kid. Neena Gupta shines in her brief role. This movie is a pleasant watch meant for family audiences.
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