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Mr. and Mrs. Mahi Review: The Cricket Version of Abhimaan, Starring Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao

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Mr. and Mrs. Mahi Review: The Cricket Version of Abhimaan, Starring Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao

Review of Mr. and Mrs. Mahi: This film, which stars Rajkummar Rao and Janhvi Kapoor, was teased some years ago and is now shown on big screens. The film is directed by Sharan Sharma, who previously directed Janhvi in the lead part of Gunjan Saxena The Kargil Girl. Though Gunjan Saxena was a skillfully crafted movie, is Mr & Mrs Mahi a worthwhile viewing? Read our review below to find out.

Rajkummar Rao’s character Mahendra wants to play cricket, but he isn’t picked. A few years later, he marries Mahima (Janhvi Kapoor), and ironically, both of their nicknames are Mahi (which also happens to be MS Dhoni’s moniker). Mahendra chooses to train Mahima, a doctor by profession, to become a cricket player because she shares his passion for the game. However, as Mahima succeeds, Mahendra begins to feel envious as he is not receiving recognition for it. The rest of the story is about how these two overcome all obstacles in their personal and professional lives.

Nikhil Mehrotra and Sharan Sharma wrote the script for Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, and Sharma also directed it. The movie moves quite slowly in the first half, giving you the impression that nothing fascinating is happening. With Mahima’s training beginning in the second part of the film, things pick up a little bit, but aside from a few scenes, there’s not much to keep you glued to the screen. There is nothing particularly interesting or novel to watch in the film because the idea of a wife achieving success and her husband being envious of her has been explored in Bollywood a few times before, and the directors have already revealed the entire plot in the trailer.

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The most crucial aspect of a sports drama is that it should transport the audience into a stadium with thrilling sequences that keep us on the tip of our seats, but this isn’t the case. There’s not even a single moment in the cricket match that leaves you feeling impressed or shivering, save for the final six that Mahima hits.

One positive aspect of the movie is that it contains a few hilarious situations that will undoubtedly make you laugh aloud. However, we don’t attend plays expecting a sports drama in order to laugh.

Performances by Mr. and Mrs. Mahi Actors

In his role as Mahendra, Rajkumar Rao is good, and there are moments in which he really pops. But Janhvi Kapoor’s Mrs. Mahi is unquestionably the star of the show. With every movie, the actress becomes better and shows that she can perform to a very high degree. Janhvi plays a number of facets as Mahima, and she does a fantastic job in this role. Furthermore evident is the actress’s dedication to perfecting the sport.

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Kumud Mishra, who receives the finest role in the supporting cast, puts up an outstanding performance. Zarina Wahab, regrettably, is given the same motherly position, which is unsatisfactory. Yamini das is wasted here too, after making us laugh so hard in Haseen Dilruba. For a cameo, Arjit Taneja does alright.

Mahi & Mrs. Music

None of the songs, however, have the necessary components to become hits on the charts. When it’s shown on enormous screens, Dekhha Tenu certainly makes an impact.

Review of the Final Verdict by Mr. and Mrs. Mahi

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Mr. & Mrs. Mahi is, all things considered, just a dull, predictable movie that offers nothing novel. It is similar to viewing Abhimaan in cricket form. Therefore, feel free to skip it.

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Mufasa: The Lion King — Pointless prequel with no style or substance

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Mufasa: The Lion King explores the titular lion’s origins with stunning visuals but falters under a cluttered narrative and Disney’s franchise-driven approach
Mufasa: The Lion King serves as yet another chapter in Disney’s relentless pursuit of revamping its animation classics for a modern audience, often at the expense of originality. Directed by Barry Jenkins, this prequel to the 2019 The Lion King remake explores the origin story of Mufasa, the noble lion whose legacy shapes the Pride Lands. Despite flashes of Jenkins’ signature style, the film is weighed down by its bloated narrative and the constraints of corporate filmmaking.

The film begins in the aftermath of Simba’s reign, with Nala (voiced by Neha Gargava) on the verge of giving birth. As Simba (Aryan Khan) rushes to her side, the ever-comical Timon (Shreyas Talpade) and Pumbaa (Sanjay Mishra) are tasked with watching over Kiara. Rafiki (Makrand Deshpande) uses this as a segue to narrate Mufasa’s tale, setting the stage for a journey into the lion king’s tumultuous past.

We meet young Mufasa (voiced by AbRam Khan), whose life takes a tragic turn when a devastating flood separates him from his family. Rescued by Taka (Trilok Sunderasan), the high-spirited young prince, Mufasa finds an unexpected brotherly bond. Before I go any further, there can be no prizes for guessing who Taka eventually ends up becoming at the end of the movie and it doesn’t really qualify as a spoiler alert either.

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The Good

Anyway, the film does well in these initial stages, depicting the camaraderie between the two cubs with heartfelt moments and Jenkins’ intimate direction. Close-ups and sweeping pans bring warmth to the otherwise cold live-action visuals, especially during the playful jostling of the young lions.

However, the story begins to falter as it progresses. Mufasa grows up under the skeptical gaze of Taka’s father, Obasi (Uday Sabnis), who views the orphan as an outsider. Despite this, Mufasa integrates into the pride, developing his hunting skills and showcasing a natural affinity with the wild. As the cubs mature into adult lions, Mufasa (now voiced by Shah Rukh Khan) and Taka (Meyang Chang) face growing tensions, culminating in a series of conflicts that strain their relationship.

The Bad

The film attempts to expand the lore with the introduction of white lions, referred to as ‘Others or ’Outsiders,’ who challenge the Pride Lands. This subplot, however, feels too familiar, underdeveloped and overcomplicated. The introduction of Sarabi (Kamakshi Rai) and other characters like Zazu (Rajesh Kava) and a young Rafiki (Thomson Andrews) adds to the clutter without providing much depth.

While the voice cast, led by the Khan family, adds star power, it cannot compensate for the film’s narrative shortcomings. Taka’s transformation into the embittered Scar (If you didn’t see that coming, I’m afraid it’s on you) lacks the emotional resonance expected of such a pivotal arc, and similarly, Sarabi’s character is sadly underutilised.

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The Verdict

Despite Jenkins’ valiant efforts to infuse the story with visual grace and thematic weight, Mufasa: The Lion King ultimately feels like another Disney product designed more for franchise expansion than for storytelling. The grandeur of the Pride Lands is overshadowed by a lack of coherence, and the feeling that it’s just another cash cow for Disney.

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