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Mr. and Mrs. Mahi Review: The Cricket Version of Abhimaan, Starring Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao
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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.
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.
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
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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Movie Review: ‘Am I OK?’ is a charming comedy about friendship that features Dakota Johnson’s endearing genuineness.
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Naturally, we begin with a veggie burger.
The 30-year-old best friends Lucy and Jane can easily recite Lucy’s usual order at the diner—a veggie burger and sweet potato fries—when they meet again.
Therefore, Jane’s expression shows a hint of hurt when Lucy goes rogue and requests a tomato and spinach omelette late in “Am I Ok?” Even though it was simply a veggie burger, it seems absurd, but to Jane, it represents a comforting, known object that is no longer in her life.
This is Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne’s directorial debut, and it’s filled with such lovely, subtle touches that work much better than the sporadic attempts at broad humour that come across as forced or, at the very least, as something else entirely.
Of course, Johnson is the main subject of the lingering camera the entire time, and with good reason—her unwavering genuineness consistently comes through in her roles, even when the material surrounding her occasionally falters.
This is a heartfelt, straightforward story. This is a story about a coming-out, but unlike most coming-out stories we encounter, the protagonist is 32 years old.
The writer of the movie, Lauren Pomerantz, came out when she was 34. This particular narrative is hers. A few strikingly moving scenes reveal how intimately involved she is in the proceedings; one such instance is when Lucy experiences anguish while a straight woman plays with her feelings. It’s among the movie’s most poignant scenes.
We start at the aforementioned diner after an opening montage that sets up the female friendship at the centre of the film. Jane tells Lucy that she really should meet up with a certain cute male friend who clearly likes her: “Just do it,” she urges. Lucy is unable to give a reason for her refusal.
Jane, the more experienced of the two in terms of her career, is about to undergo a significant upheaval in her life. Her manager gives her the opportunity to go to London and open an office in Los Angeles. Her extremely nice partner is also starting to come around. However, Lucy is devastated by this news, as evidenced by the insincere manner she continues responding, “Wonderful!” when Jane breaks the news to her one evening over drinks.
The two friends end up crying together after drinking a lot of tequila, just like close friends do when they urinate in the bathroom and then later during a sleepover. Lucy admits to Jane that she likes girls there.
Jane is an unwavering source of support. Ever the aspirant, she actually tells Lucy that she will become “the star of the lesbian community.” And she decides to assist her in finding a woman, going so far as to take her out to a gay bar. On the dance floor, though, it’s Jane who ends up kissing a woman. Lucy, ashamed, runs away.
However, Lucy works as a receptionist at a spa where there’s this sensual massage. Lucy is finally brave enough to respond to Brittany’s intense flirtation. She helps Lucy come out of her shell, but the outcome is ultimately depressing. Moreover, Lucy is no longer seeing Jane, who was typically the first person she would call in a heartbreak.
Though this film centres on two friends, you will find yourself most invested in Lucy’s life as you watch the incredibly likeable Johnson manage grief and uncertainty. A last-minute setback to Jane’s carefully thought-out plans for her trip to London seems a little improbable, or perhaps it just feels forced in as if to imply that, well, both ladies have problems.
Whatever the case, this month has been fantastic for female buddy comedy. While Pamela Adlon’s comedy “Babies” focused heavily on the chaos that comes with childbirth, “Am I OK?” aims for a more tender, poignant tone. It’s satisfying to be back where we started, discussing issues at that restaurant table. The moral of the story is straightforward but reassuring: friendships can endure and grow despite change.
even if an omelette triumphs against a vegetarian burger.
The Motion Picture Association has rated Warner Bros.’ “Am I OK?” R “for language, sexual references, and some drug use.” 86 minutes of running time. An overall rating of 2.5 stars out of 4.
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