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Vanvaas is a gripping tale of parent-child relationships, directed by Anil Sharma. Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma, in the lead roles, deliver powerful performances. The movie is about the dynamic relationship between an elderly man and his children who have abandoned him. Released on 20th December, Utkarsh Sharma plays the role of Veeru, a young lad, who enters the old man's life and brings about a change in him, while learning a lot from life himself. Here is my no-spoiler review.
The Narrative:
The film starts in the mansion built by Deepak Tyagi(Nana Patekar) known as Vimal Sadan. The mansion is both physically and emotionally an anchor to Deepak, who seems to be haunted by his late wife's memories and feels abandoned by his children. Deepak and Veeru meet each other in Varanasi. Veeru himself was lost in life and wanted a reason to live in his life when he came across Deepak. He tries to make Deepak realize that the love from his children is one-sided as they keep themselves away from him. Their meeting sparks a deep bond between the two, transcending their age and background. A slow and steady pace of the film helps the screenplay show the depth of each scene and lets the audience resonate with the characters. As the movie progresses it keeps us guessing about what will happen in the climax.
The Insights:
The film is not like any average Bollywood drama. It is a pure portrayal of human emotions and the complexities of parent-children relationships. It raises important questions about memory, identity, and the bonds that tie us together. The children feel that their parents are a burden on the family while the parents hope to receive the love they showered on their kids. Nana Patekar shines here when authenticity comes across through him about how it feels to suffer through an old man facing the memory loss problem where a man forgets he actually belonged somewhere.
Winning Elements:
Standout performances by Nana Patekar and Utkarsh Sharma carry the film till the end. There are moments filled with raw emotions and a storyline that kept me gripped. Supporting roles by Simratt Kaur as Meena, Rajpal Yadav as Pappu, and Manish Wadhwa as Madhav are icing on the cake. Everybody plays their part well. The screenplay is amazing and the locations of Varanasi and Shimla give a beautiful backdrop to the scenes. The visuals and the music are amazing and hats off to the writer for great dialogues. The intensity of the words brought tears to my eyes. After Baghban, is one of the best films I have enjoyed on this topic.
Final Thoughts:
In conclusion, Vanvaas is more than just a film; it is an emotional journey that resonates deeply with audiences. It tackles significant themes surrounding aging and familial love. It is something different from Bollywood which I would love to see more. Being a family movie, it is suitable for all ages and should be watched by children as well. After such a gripping climax, one will leave the theatres reflecting on their own life. If the pacing was more engaging, this would have been a 5-star movie, but nevertheless, it is a must-watch for true Bollywood fans.
