6 REASONS TO WATCH ARJUN RAMPAL’S CRIME DRAMA DADDY THIS WEEKEND
We have witnessed many crime dramas and gangster films inspired/based on real-life dons, however, barring the Marathi film Daagdi Chawl, none of the filmmakers had explored the life of one of Mumbai’s most feared don – Arun Gulab Gawli. And now, finally we have one film that closely and boldly looks at the life of this reluctant gangster-turned-politician, which itself is a reason enough to go hit the cinema halls.
Directed by Ashim Ahluwalia, whose last feature film Miss Lovely was premiered at Cannes Film Festival, and featuring a stellar ensemble cast with Arjun Rampal, who has also co-written the film with Ashim, portraying Arun Gawli, Daddy is not flawless, but certainly worth a dekho.
Here are 6 reasons why you should venture into cinema halls this weekend to watch Daddy…
1) No Glamorization
Bollywood is often blamed for glamorizing crime in its film. In fact, most gangster films churned out of Bollywood are larger-than-life that often show this anti-hero as some kind of messiah, making us condone all their bad deeds. However, director Ashim Ahluwalia plays bold and portrays Arun Gawli onscreen just the way he is - complete with all his flaws and goodness. This aspect of the film makes it all the more appealing.
Bollywood is often blamed for glamorizing crime in its film. In fact, most gangster films churned out of Bollywood are larger-than-life that often show this anti-hero as some kind of messiah, making us condone all their bad deeds. However, director Ashim Ahluwalia plays bold and portrays Arun Gawli onscreen just the way he is - complete with all his flaws and goodness. This aspect of the film makes it all the more appealing.
2) The Execution
The film not only masterfully captures the various eras but also presents a sense of realism through each frame. Kudos to director Ashim and his excellent DoP Jessica Lee Gagne. Daddy is largely shot at real locations and smallest details have been taken care of. Furthermore, it is never easy to put together the vast life of man in a runtime of 135 minutes, but through its non-linear screenplay the film highlights key turning points of Arun Gawli’s life and presents us with an engaging gritty drama that holds our interest from start to end.
The film not only masterfully captures the various eras but also presents a sense of realism through each frame. Kudos to director Ashim and his excellent DoP Jessica Lee Gagne. Daddy is largely shot at real locations and smallest details have been taken care of. Furthermore, it is never easy to put together the vast life of man in a runtime of 135 minutes, but through its non-linear screenplay the film highlights key turning points of Arun Gawli’s life and presents us with an engaging gritty drama that holds our interest from start to end.
3) Arjun Rampal
This undoubtedly is Arjun Rampal’s career best performance. The National Award-Winning actor has put his heart and soul to portray the dreaded gangster of Mumbai. Not only is he looking like Arun Gawli (courtesy the prosthetic nose), but Arjun has also mastered Arun’s mannerism and talking style. His transformation from the quite reluctant lad who is involved in petty crimes to being reluctantly dragged into the ruthless underworld and making his own gang is noteworthy. The actor’s bold move to leave his comfort zone and play a character like this has paid off. There are several layers to his portrayal and Arjun is a delight to watch.
This undoubtedly is Arjun Rampal’s career best performance. The National Award-Winning actor has put his heart and soul to portray the dreaded gangster of Mumbai. Not only is he looking like Arun Gawli (courtesy the prosthetic nose), but Arjun has also mastered Arun’s mannerism and talking style. His transformation from the quite reluctant lad who is involved in petty crimes to being reluctantly dragged into the ruthless underworld and making his own gang is noteworthy. The actor’s bold move to leave his comfort zone and play a character like this has paid off. There are several layers to his portrayal and Arjun is a delight to watch.
4) Farhan Akhtar
Yes, the film also stars yet another stellar actor – Farhan Akhtar. Farhan is playing Maqsood in the film, a character based on Mumbai’s most wanted don – Dawood Ibrahim and nails his part with aplomb.
Yes, the film also stars yet another stellar actor – Farhan Akhtar. Farhan is playing Maqsood in the film, a character based on Mumbai’s most wanted don – Dawood Ibrahim and nails his part with aplomb.
5) The Supporting Cast
Most films often focus on its central character; however, the supporting cast of Daddy adds a certain flavour to the film. With the likes of South Indian actress Aishwarya Rajesh, director-turned-actor Nishikant Kamath, renowned Marathi cinema actors like Anand Ingale, Rajesh Shringarpure, Shrikant Yadav, the film is packed with some really powerful performances.
Most films often focus on its central character; however, the supporting cast of Daddy adds a certain flavour to the film. With the likes of South Indian actress Aishwarya Rajesh, director-turned-actor Nishikant Kamath, renowned Marathi cinema actors like Anand Ingale, Rajesh Shringarpure, Shrikant Yadav, the film is packed with some really powerful performances.
6) Never-Seen-Before Glimpses Of Mumbai
One has often seen Mumbai as the financial, commercial and entertainment hub of India with tall-towering buildings all around. However, director Ashim Ahluwalia takes us to the grungiest lanes of Mumbai of the 70s, 80s, and 90s and gives us some never-seen-before glimpses of the city.
One has often seen Mumbai as the financial, commercial and entertainment hub of India with tall-towering buildings all around. However, director Ashim Ahluwalia takes us to the grungiest lanes of Mumbai of the 70s, 80s, and 90s and gives us some never-seen-before glimpses of the city.
Last word: Daddy is not your typical Bollywood affair, but it brilliantly captures the life of Arun Gawli and keeps you engaged throughout. Go for it!
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6 REASONS TO WATCH ARJUN RAMPAL’S CRIME DRAMA DADDY THIS WEEKEND
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