GULABO SITABO: Since the theatres are shut because of the pandemic, this movie released on Amazon Prime. At 125 minutes, the movie is a tiring watch. Amitabh Bachchan as the bulbous nosed Mirza, stooped over with age, with the face hidden by huge glasses gives a labored performance. His voice is so muffled that it is hard to make out what he is saying. Ayushmann Khurrana’s act is nothing exceptional. He looks ordinary and blends with the surroundings. There is no prominent female protagonist. In this dull tale between a tenant and an owner, none of the characters connect with the audience. Vijay Raaz and Brijendra Kala play side characters that can be easily forgotten. Set in Lucknow, the movie shows glimpses of havelis and taangas. The pace of the movie is very slow and boring. Juhi Chaturvedi’s writing is average and is no where close to that of Vicky Donor and Piku. The songs are nice and the background score is also engaging. Good music direction by Shantanu Moitra. Very disappointing fare from the stable of Shoojit Sircar. Can surely give it a miss.
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