Dhoom 3: Back In Action review

Aamir Khan.... the only unique part of Dhoom 3! Let's analyse in the following review.

First of all, all the credit for the film should be given to Aamir Khan and his unique portrayal of the character of Sahir Khan. I personally think that Aamir Khan's character in the film was very well written. Without giving away any of the story, I will review this film....well try to.

Writer turn director, Vijay Krishna Acharya, wrote the previous two Dhooms, Dhoom and Dhoom 2, which were chartbusters in their own right. In Dhoom 3, he was given the opportunity to show his direction skills as well. Unfortunately, I believe, he's a much better writer than director. His previous endeavour in the direction field turned out to be a flop as well, but Aamir Khan and the story saved this one. What he tried to show on screen did look quite fake and unrealistic at many points. However, some people may blame the cinematographer for this, but it seems like it's both the director's and cinematographer's, Sudeep Chatterjee, fault. 

Abhishekh Bachchan was playing the serious "super" cop, Jai Dixit, in this third installment. He did nothing new with his character apart from showing a slightly deceptive side to him. In these scenes, he seemed more at home than the "serious" scenes he is known for in the Dhoom trilogy. Uday Chopra retaines his ever-loved character of Ali, who again, does get the best lines in the film. His comedy has to be the only other hook to the film...the "tapori"-style English that he speaks will make the audience laugh. 

Katrina Kaif, playing Aliya, is the least influential character in the whole film. The only thing she pulled off, was some dance moves that, to be honest, could have been much more cleaner and cooler. She did not have much screen-time either, which I thought was one of the best decisions Acharya made. To be honest, the motorcycles probably had more screen time than her. 

All the supporting cast was about average...I guess, Jackie Shroff did play a pretty chic circus-man, with his father-like role. Lastly, X acted brilliantly! For a young actor in such a big film, his acting skills were put to great use. 

Some errors with the film....such as....WE NEVER FIND OUT HOW THE ROBBERIES TAKE PLACE! The film is supposed to be crime-oriented, but this dwells into the villain's past and present and reduces this action-thriller to more of an adventure-thriller. The action in the film lacked "punch". Starting fight sequence was just horrible. It looked very 'tacky' and simply uneasy on the eyes. 

The songs aren't exactly catchy, but some of the choreography is quite exquisite. The "Dhoom Tap" sequence is very well shot and Aamir Khan superseeds the expectations and actually does extremely well in the opening song.

At their best, the lush yet punchy musical numbers that Acharya stages for “Dhoom: 3” reach giddy heights of pop romanticism. The composer, the shameless pop button-usher Pritam, swoops through the emotional turmoil of a song like “Malang,” and Acharya’s camera seems to be dancing — and swooning — along with the performers. 

SPOILER ALERT!

Admittedly the filmmakers flagrantly draw inspiration from Christopher Nolan's "The Prestige" in the key plot twist, but Khan's handling of it is exceptional and so heart-warming that you could forgive him anything. 

There are cinematic liberties throughout and you are urged to suspend disbelief for some of the more outlandish stunts and displays of Bond-inspired gadgetry and just go with it and revel in the ride, if only for the sheer entertainment value. 

There is still so much more in this film to marvel at with wide-eyed wonder than there is to decry, from the most thrilling 15-minute chase sequence in Hindi cinema, to its evocative central character, an opulent song sequence and a tender denouement that resonates long after the film has ended. 

Like Now You See Me with a dose of maudlin melodrama that makes it pure Bollywood, "Dhoom 3" is spectacular. But Aamir Khan is spellbinding and reason enough to watch the film. There's no doubt that this film will and already has done big business at the box office but critically, this film was over-hyper and promoted far too much. "Dhoom 3" does not succeed in surpassing the brilliance that was "Dhoom 2", but it's decent entertainment value.

RATING SYSTEM

Performance 8.5/10

Direction 6.5/10

Story/Script 8.5/10
Action 7/10

 Music/Soundtrack 6.5/10

Cinematography 6/10

Choreography 7/10

I give this film 7.14/10 "7.14 out of 10"

Rating: Innovatively Bollywood! New but old! Worth a watch! 

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R... Rajkumar review

"Maar Maar Maar aur Pyaar Pyaar Pyaar" (Hit Hit Hit And Love Love Love)...Literally defines the entire film! Let's add some words like "Naach Naach Naach" (Dance Dance Dance) to the mix and that completely describes R... Rajkumar. 

Prabhu Deva in his usual way, does an action-comedic-romantic film that keeps us engaged through out the film. These are classed as "Masala" films, due to their tastefulness towards the Indian masses. Prabhu Deva, the director, has made four Bollywood films (including this one) and they have all been loved. Wanted, Rowdy Rathore and now R... Rajkumar, their action is typical Prabhu-esque! While being clever with his methods of people being beaten up. The film is shot excellently! The cinematography is just so clean and wonderful!
This film is definitely not for everyone. You might realise that from the vast number of negative reviews but seriously, its a full-on entertainer. Why does it have to make sense? There are so many films like "Chennai Express" that have received praise...but they were utter rubbish! 

During the film you will not feel bored. You may feel as though the film is stupid and pointless, but at the end, there is a message, like you always find in Prabhu Deva films. I personally really enjoyed the film! While watching it, I didn't care if the roles had enough depth or not because everyone portraying their specific roles expressed themselves so well that I just understood their character. 

Some things in the film have been repeated like the typical taglines that Shahid Kapoor says, like "Silent ho ja, warna mein violent ho jaaon ga" and Sonu Sood with his "Mein sehat keh liye buhat haanikaarak hoon". These catchphrases have become a new trend in Bollywood...though annoying, you do lose sight of it as you get involved with the film.

Shahid Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha surprisingly work out very well as an on-screen pair and their chemistry can obviously be seen. Shahid Kapoor plays Romeo Rajkumar brilliantly but he doesn't have much to work with. He portrayed exactly what the role required. Sonakshi Sinha, as per usual, she starts by beating the daylights out of disrespectful men. When Rajkumar stalks her, she tries to drive him away with a nonsensical song (that is quite a fun-filled song to be fair). Like always, her character always falls in love with the "guy" who stalks her character and acts all tough. Sonu Sood is a terrific actor, especially in negative roles. His portrayal of evil is quite exact to how people expect him to be. Asrani, like always, is enthusiastically dull, with his "haha" and hyper acting that does not seem to entertain.

Brilliant choreography by Prabhu Deva and all the other related choreographers of this film. Dance moves that Shahid Kapoor hasnever attempted... he has been put through "hell" for these moves and he does not disappoint! 

The story is well crafted by Prabhu Deva, dialogues are witty and very well timed. R... Rajkumar develops into a slightly unexpected story but eventually leads to its usual conclusion...also known as, a typical Bollywood climax.

Personally, I extremely enjoyed the film, to the shock of a lot of people. If you like "Masala" films, please watch it. If you do not... still give it a whirl. You may be surprised.

RATING SYSTEM

Performance 7/10

Direction 8/10

Story/Script 8/10
Action 6.5/10

 Music/Soundtrack 8.5/10

Cinematography 9/10

Choreography 9/10

I give this film 8/10 "8 out of 10"

Rating: Explosive! Random! Well-written! Entertaining..but not for everyone!

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