A great movie experience is a
combination of many things. It includes a convincing plot, high voltage drama,
light moments that stay with viewers even when they leave the theatre, good
music, inspirational elements and a few emotional scenes. “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”
is among those movies which offer all the above mentioned ingredients at par.
For those who keep a track of innovative, interesting and path breaking Indian
Cinema the name of Rakeysh Om Prakash Mehra is the symbol of excellence. Whenever
he unfolded his sleeves, movies like “Aks”, “Rang de Basanti” and “Delhi-6” were
witnessed by cine-goers. All these movies are distinctive in one way or the
other. BMB is nothing different than them. It is a master stroke – without a
doubt.
Farhan Akhtar secretes immense
talent but no one has, up till Rakeysh Om Prakash, utilized that talent.
Farhan’s directorial ventures “Dil Chahta Hai” and “Lakshya” made people
realize his credibility as one of the finest directors. As an actor, BMB is his
landmark. The way he has carried out his role and portrayed his emotions definitely
demand standing ovation.
BMB is based on the journey of
great Indian athlete Milkha Singh (also known as Flying Sikh). It is a movie
about a boy whose entire family excluding his elder sister was murdered in the
riots of Indo-Pak partition and he became a national and international rage
back in 1960’s. It is also about the bond between a brother and sister –
executed with exceptional detailing. Moreover, the movie is about a blooming
romance, some promises with loved ones, emotional fits, flying high yet not
leaving the ground by any means and a lot more. In short it’s about the life of
Milkha Singh and what he went through.
Performance wise, Farhan Akhtar
deserves to be nominated for this movie especially by critics. He is a
revelation in BMB. He tackles the most difficult parts with complete ease and
effortlessness. His transitions can be easily witnessed and felt by the
audience from first scene to the last. Divya Dutta as Milkha Singh’s sister is
vibrant, emotional, lovable and above all highly expressive. In 2 of the scenes
particularly, she involved the audience to a level by her performance that no
one could resist moistening their eyes. This is a performance she will always
be reminded of. Sonam Kapoor (as Biro), Meesha Shafi (as Perizaad) and Rebecca
Breeds (as Stella) had limited roles but they all performed well in their
respective characters.
Pavan Malhotra (as Milkha Singh’s
senior) is inspirational and at his peak. This actor is unfortunately most
underrated, he needs to be casted in more movies to show-case his vast talent.
Yograj Singh as (Milkha Singh’s coach) is just perfect. Dalip Tahil is strictly
passable and ditto for Dev Gill (Abdul Khaliq). Art Malik (as Milkha Singh’s
father) and Jabtej Singh (as young Milkha Singh) are credible and treat to
watch.
Music of this movie is amazing.
Arif Lohar’s “Bhaag Milkha”, Sukhwinder Singh’s “Slow Motion Angrezza”, Suhas
Sawant’s “Zinda” and Divya Kumar’s “Maston Ka Jhund” are totally different from
one another yet are really awesome tracks in all respects. Shankar-Ehsan-Loy’s
music is simply amazing for this venture.
Some sequences to lookout for –
performance wise:
When Farhan asks from where can
he buy the Indian Team’s blazer!
When Divya Dutta meets young
Milkha Singh in the camp.
When Farhan insists Divya to wear
his blazer – the scene would definitely bring tears to many viewers’ eyes
When Farhan slaps himself
repeatedly in the washroom
and a lot more…
