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Luv Films, J Studio and Next Level Productions’ Vadh (A) is the story of a lower-middle class couple grappling with the realities of life.
Shambhunath Mishra (Sanjay Mishra) and wife Manju Mishra (Neena Gupta) live in a lower middle-class locality of Gwalior. It is with great difficulty that Mishra has sent his son, Guddu (Diwakar Kumar), to the USA. Once there, the ungrateful son doesn’t even talk to them properly on phone, leave alone being bothered about their well-being. Burdened by the loan he had taken to send his son abroad, Mishra is at his wits’ end trying to figure out how he will meet his monthly expenses including rent. The thankless son, of course, has conveniently forgotten his promise to repay the father’s loan. And then, one day, in frustration, Shambhunath Mishra does something which even he would’ve never in his wildest of dreams imagined. This incident changes the lives of the Mishras forever. Does Mishra have to pay for his actions?
Jaspal Singh Sandhu and Rajeev Barnwal have written a nice story and a matching screenplay, both of which keep the audience’s interest alive. Although the drama is devoid of ingredients like romance and comedy, it keeps the viewers engaged because it has shock value. In the latter part of the drama, the audience roots for Shambhunath Mishra and watches with bated breath as he tries to save his skin. The climax is quite interesting and although it seems simplistic, it does afford thrill to the viewers. The duo’s dialogues are realistic and have the desired impact.
Sanjay Mishra does a very fine job of Shambhunath Mishra. He gets into the skin of the character and essays the role with such conviction that one gets sucked into the drama, as much for the writing as for his acting. Neena Gupta is also first-rate as Manju Mishra. Her expressions and body language often convey more than her dialogues. Saurabh Sachdeva does a phenomenal job as Prajapati Pandey. He evokes hatred for his character, which is the need of the character. Manav Vij is fantastic as police officer Shakti Singh. Diwakar Kumar lends lovely support as Guddu. Tanya Lal lends fine support as Prajapati Pandey’s wife. Jaspal Singh Sandhu stands his own in the role of the evil landlord, Rathore. Sumit Gulati leaves a fine mark as neighbour Bittu. Nadeem Khan (as constable Sitaram Gadariya) lends able support. Ananya Singh is effective as Naina.
Jaspal Singh Sandhu and Rajeev Barnwal are impressive as directors. Their narrative pace and style are appealing. Mofusion’s music and Mayank Pant’s lyrics go well with the film’s mood. Gurcharan Singh’s background music is appropriate. Sapan Narula’s cinematography is of a good standard. Shamshir Khan’s action and stunts are realistic and impactful. Nadiri Khan and Tariq Umar Khan’s production designing is very nice. Bharat S. Rawat’s editing is pretty sharp.
On the whole, Vadh is an entertaining fare. But since it does not have any young lead actors, its climax is simplistic and it moves on a single track, its performance at the turnstiles will not be impressive. Having said that, it will definitely be remembered as a good film. It will also win critical acclaim.
Released on 9-12-’22 at Inox (daily 3 shows) and other cinemas of Bombay thru Yash Raj Film Distributors. Publicity: so-so. Opening: dull. …….Also released all over. Opening was way below the mark everywhere.