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(Crisp) Movie Review: DANGE by FENIL SETA
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Dange is directed by Bejoy Nambiar, of Shaitan fame. He is known for his stylish treatment and with this film, he goes to another level. A few scenes are helmed in a superb manner and there's a 15-20 minute-long sequence that is presented as if it's shot in one take. It'll leave viewers awed. Sadly, the impact is minimal as there are too many subplots, some of which don't seem necessary. One of the love tracks has no chemistry. Also, the director tries to balance between two main tracks - one of friends turning foes and one of college politics. In doing so, he falters and the film suffers. Harshvardhan Rane shines and there's no doubt that he's a powerhouse performer. Ehan Bhat and T J Bhanu put their best feet forward but are let down by the script. Nikita Dutta, on the other hand, is impressive. Taniya Kalrra (Ambika) and Zoa Morani (Siddhi) leave a mark. Keshav Lokwani (Bala), Ruchi Malviya (Ritu), Mridul Das (Arjun) and Shreema Upadhyaya (Bhama) lend able support. All in all, Dange fails at the level of script but is still, an average fare due to the stylish narration and Harshvardhan Rane's performance.
My rating - ** ½ out of 5!
My rating - ** ½ out of 5!
Six small films lined up for March 1 release; Laapataa Ladies to enjoy first preference
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A still from Laapataa Ladies; Accident or Conspiracy: Godhra; Operation Valentine
With six small films lined up for March 1 release, trade says Laapataa Ladies will enjoy first preference; notes some may be token releases for subsequent OTT outing
Upala KBR (MID-DAY; February 28, 2024)
Last weekend was crowded at the box office with Crakk— Jeetegaa Toh Jiyegaa, All India Rank and Article 370 hitting the marquee. But there’s more waiting in the wings. Six films are slated to release this Friday—director Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, Varun Tej’s Operation Valentine, Ranvir Shorey-led Accident Or Conspiracy: Godhra, Rasika Dugal-starrer Fairy Folk, Bejoy Nambiar’s bilingual Dange, and Kaagaz 2 that was created by the late Satish Kaushik. Naturally then, it will be a fight for eyeballs.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh notes that while most are small films, Laapataa Ladies, a social comedy revolving around two new brides who are accidentally switched, has an advantage over the rest. Reason? Producer Aamir Khan, and Rao at the helm.
“It’s attracting attention because of Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao reuniting after Dhobi Ghat [2011]. It also has a studio [Jio Studios] backing it. There are limited theatres, among which Fighter, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, Article 370 and Crakk [are vying for screens]. Laapataa Ladies will get preference, after which the remaining movies will be given screens. The problem is not for exhibitors, but for the common man, who doesn’t have the time or money to watch so many films. He’ll go for just one, as he knows the rest will release on OTT. So, [the filmmakers’] motive of being seen in theatres is lost,” he explains.
Exhibitor Akshaye Rathi, however, is optimistic. He points out small films can co-exist easily. “Across 9,200 cinemas, we can easily accommodate these films and the spillover. None is a big movie; instead, these will be driven by their content. Such movies don’t require showcasing in thousands of theatres.”
Each offering belongs to a different genre. While Operation Valentine is an action thriller based on the Pulwama attack and the subsequent Balakot air strike by the Indian Air Force, Accident or Conspiracy: Godhra traces the events surrounding the 2002 Godhra train burning. Meanwhile, Kaagaz 2, starring Anupam Kher and Anang Desai, is a drama about a father’s quest for justice after his daughter’s death.
Quiz why so many films have booked the March 1 window when it doesn’t even offer an advantage of a holiday, and trade analyst Atul Mohan reasons, “There are only 52 Fridays in a year. When a big movie releases, many producers avoid a release the next week. Also, a theatrical release is a must today to get an OTT release. Some films may be seeking a token release for this purpose, while others do it to get subsidies from different states.”
Nepotism exists, and is always going to exist. But that only makes me work harder-Nikita Dutta
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Kimberly Colaco (BOMBAY TIMES; April 12, 2023)
Nikita Dutta, who has starred in films like The Big Bull and Kabir Singh , recently spoke to us about nepotism in the film industry, the difference between films and OTT shows, her upcoming projects and more.
‘PEOPLE WITH CONNECTIONS ARE PREFERRED IN THE INDUSTRY’
Nikita strove to make it big in the industry and considers herself lucky to work with talented people who helped her learn and grow. “Simultaneously, I have had instances where connections have been preferred. There were times when I was selected for a role, but it was handed to someone else. Nepotism exists, and is always going to exist. But that only makes me work harder and keep going,” she says.
Beginning her career as a TV star before moving on to films and OTT, Nikita says it was quite a ride. “I came from a place of no experience and no connections in the industry, but with the intent to work. Thus, when I landed the role in Dreamgirl - Ek Ladki Deewani Si, I took it as a learning opportunity to understand acting and become friends with the camera. Films were always on my mind, and I made the switch only when it felt right,” says Nikita, who made her Bollywood debut with Lekar Hum Deewana Dil in 2014.
‘WOULD LOVE TO WORK IN SOUTH INDIAN FILMS’
Nikita is a big movie buff, and a fan of south Indian cinema. “I am hooked on to south Indian films. I absolutely love them. If given a chance, I would love to work there. I just finished a Marathi film and a film called Dange by Bejoy Nambiar, which are slated to release soon,” she shares.
‘I HAVE ALWAYS GIVEN PREFERENCE TO CONTENT OVER MEDIUM’
Nikita says content is the most important factor when she chooses projects. “I have always given preference to content over medium. This is also why I have managed to cover all three mediums – TV, film and OTT. At the moment, I relate to OTT and film content more than anything else, and they are similar in terms of their approach. The only difference is storytelling, since you have the liberty of time in an OTT series.”
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