DVD Ek Villain

"Ek Villain" is a film that made me squirm, smile, as well as cry. Most Bollywood films, to borrow a line from the film, have a hero, a heroine, and a villain. This film however is an exception since the love story is of the villain himself.

When a girl with a bucket list is on the threshold of fulfilling her last wish – of saving the life of a man, ergo, a villain, and turning him into a hero, a vicious villain's psychotic attempts at becoming a hero to the one he loves, forever changes their shared destinies.

This is not a film for the faint of heart. The violence is often stomach churning, while the cold blooded actions of a merciless mercenary will send shivers down your spine. However, at the same time, the bubbly effervescence and undiluted romance of the lead pair will surely bring a smile to your face, as will the innocence of a child caught between hope and expectation.

Finally, the extremely nuanced performances by Ritesh Deshmukh (a revelation, and brilliant), Shradhaa Kapoor (fantastic, and effortlessly heartwarming), Siddharth Malhotra (excellent, and very different from his earlier outings), and Aamna Sharif (just what the psychiatrist ordered!) will make you go through a gamut of emotions in steady succession, finally culminating in an unprovoked opening of the floodgates.

The real hero of this film filled with villains (almost everyone has gray shades – including the nefarious Kamaal R Khan – playing as irritating a character as he appears to be in real life) is actually its Music courtesy Mithoon and Ankit Tiwari (especially the two versions of the song – Teri Galiyaan), who do not disappoint after the hugely successful Ashiqui 2. The biggest villain in this film is fate and its cruel twists and turns which, like tentacles of an omnipotent hunter, slowly binds it's prey to a future you cannot escape from, come what may, and irrespective of how many times you pray (again, a recurring theme in this film).

I loved the director Mohit Suri's 'I saw the Devil' but don't care approach as far as storytelling was concerned, and director of photography's brilliant execution of wishful thinking, especially during the songs and panoramic shots of the city. I would have enjoyed even more if the writers had chosen more thrills over violence, but then the mush more than makes up for these shortfalls.

Overall, "Ek Villain" is a movie which if missed will definitely make you repent, and feel like a villain. Just go with the flow and catch the nearest show. And need I add? Ritesh – take a bow!

Will try Not to be too harsh….But The much hyped movie of this year landed with a even bigger thud……I couldn't understand whether it was Ashiqui Part 3 or entirely a new movie…..or we can say an incompetent version of so many movies clumped together…while i was looking for something extra edgy…the movie was quite as anyone would have expected….There was basically no sto…ry ….and it was so disappointing…Mohit Suri's direction was terrible…..the narration was confusing and running haphazardly….Mr.ceaser with his accent was nothing more than a stand up comedian who failed to give u laughter doses even….The Police officer was the mos unnecessary edition…..what was inside Mohit's mind when he scripted for that role, i wonder….

Now what saved the movie……ACTING…..AND BEST MUSIC SCORES OF THE YEAR….Shraddha Kapoor surely knows how to act…she was simple, strong, edgy, chirpy, and was having perfect timing….she was so natural both in looks and acting, loved her. Siddharth,on the other hand , was able to break free of her chocolaty image and was stunning as angry young man with those long legs, rugged looks, cold voice , he was perfect for the role. What came out as a big surprise was RIteish, who delivered a great piece and can cherish it throughout his acting career…Thee were few scenes in the beginning, where the romance was blooming, which made me shed a few drops out of joy and love. Those scenes were so beautiful and perfect…every boy and girl would love to see themselves in their positions….beautifully picturised….like carrying her out of the hospital, those moments on hill top,catching butterfly, collecting pearls and many more….those scenes made me happy…and yes Prachi Desai was quite a stunnerr in that performances

Actually what destroyed the movie, was Director's confusion about its theme…But Who is the Villain? Its for U to find out….M confused..

One Timer……..Disappointed