Padmaavat:Unapologetically Fictional
Padmaavat, opens up with a disclaimer carefully notes that the film is based on a poem that is considered a work of fiction. So, please, don’t be offended or expect authenticity. In other words, folks, it’s just a movie. You have to enjoy and let others enjoy too.
It’s the story of a Rajput (Hindu) queen whose beauty is so great that the sultan (Muslim) lays siege to her kingdom to possess her.Right from the start, Deepika Padukone who is in top form. She is charismatic, disciplined and powerful, holding her own and stealing the show even from the badass Ranveer Singh. Her outfits and jewellery are to die for. But what's with her spaced out facial expression? However, being big fans of Deepika, we know that simply isn't true, since we've seen the actress giggle, gasp, frown, and, yes, even smile on many occasions.
Shahid does get better; it’s too late, too little. Mostly Shahid and Deepika have no energy flowing between them. Shahid, unfortunately, isn’t given the more intriguing character but he is magnificent and regal as the Rajput Man revering his honor. Yet, they make the Holi scene very sensuous.
Padmaavat is a tribute to the grandeur of the Rajputs, but the film belongs to its Khilji, Ranveer Singh. He's the real villain, his comic bands, and sociopath tactics - a treat to sore eyes. Ranveer Singh looks as if he’s enjoying himself, the way he rips the greasy meat off bones.
Jim Sarbh as Malik Kafur is one of the most underrated characters in the film. Jim is such a star, he makes Shahid Kapoor looks so 'thanda'. Jim Sarbh, who plays Malik Kafur, leaves you asking for more.
One
of Hindi cinema’s great stylists, Mr. Bhansali depicted another
controversial climax with the glorification of self-immolation - Johar A
sea of women in a matrimonial red march to their fiery death.To avoid
being captured and being raped by the enemy’s troops. In the end, it was
always Rajputs who won the battle because the enemies never got the
thing for which they fought the battle.
Something about Padmaavat doesn’t work for me. The writing is particularly thin and depends solely on its lead actors. Sanjay Leela Bhansali who has dedicated Padmaavat, his third magnum opus, to his dead dog — Lady Pogo — Now I know why!!! But why not watch the movie still! After all, the blood, sweat, and pain of too many people have gone in to ensure the film sees the face of day.
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