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Krissh 3: Show-stopper with heart (IANS Movie Review)

Movie: Krissh 3; Starring Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra, Kangna Ranaut, Vivek Oberoi; Directed by Rakesh Roshan; Rating: ****

Yup, the desi super-hero comes of age. Kicking, dragging, screaming and gamboling down the nearest suburban shopping area, or peering up an airborne flight which develops a wheel problem.

Krissh, masked and magnificent in his missionary pose, is ready to take on the world... The big bad world of the dark power brokers who want to rob our earth of all its beauty.

There is something endearingly sincere about Hrithik Roshan's super-hero act. The character's innocence and his own delight at the double life that he leads as the working-class Krishna and his spectacular world-saver of a doppelganger Krissh come through in a series of dexterously executed action sequences that show the power of VFX to create a virtual reality on a par with the ones we have been watching with wide-eyed wonder in Superman, Iron Man, Spiderman...

Man, this super-hero knows his job. His timing as he poses spread-eagled for a take-off is quite awe-inspiring. Hrithik has great fun with all three parts. The scientist father (played with a vocal crutch that could have been avoided), the regular guy and the super-hero all seem real, even as the plot gets progressively mired in the incredible world of virus-infecting mutants who want to... yup you guessed it... destroy the world.

The first 15 minutes of this hurling and hefty homage to heroic hijinks is tame, almost limp. But once Krissh's cape and mask are in place, the narrative gathers pace. Encircling the emotional quotient, grabbing hold of it and placing it in the centre of the special-effects couldn't have been an easy job for the director.

Rakesh Roshan orchestrates the emotions in a flamboyant opera of opulence.

There are some effectively executed action sequences whose vivacity is compounded by the shock quotient provided by the villain Kaal, played by a steely-willed grim and menacing Vivek Oberoi.

That Kaal is evil goes without saying. Oberoi, in in his desperately dark den, wheel-chair bound and determined to be the consummate anti-God, doesn't quite strike the terror in our hearts that Xavier Bardem did the last James Bond film 'Skyfall'.

But Oberoi is adequately sinister with a touch of wry humour that comes to the surface in unexpected moments.

But after Hrithik it is Kangna Ranaut who plays the most interesting character, most interestingly. Gliding into skin-hugging leotards and leather outfits, she seems to bring an underlayer of pain to her evil part. It's a tough role, as it has no reference points to fall back on. Also because Kangna has to walk the tightrope between being an automaton and a full-blooded woman. Kangna pulls it off with aplomb.

But Priyanka Chopra is wasted. Wonder what has happened to her lately! She seems to be trying hard to make an impression in under-written parts.

Krissh 3 has its flabby moments and moments that go haywire in pursuit of entertainment. But the narrative holds together. Technical aspects are quite often remarkable, creating visuals that veer towards vitality with a gusto that earlier super-hero films in Hindi missed by a wide margin.

Ra.One, anyone?

S. Thirru's cinematography is sumptuous yet never over-saturated. The riot of colours and drama is minimised. Krissh's flight across the skyline and the ravishing rubble of orchestrated destruction are captured in an ethos of reined-in exuberance.

Chandan Arora edits most the kinetic material with an eye on austerity of expression. But some scenes, specially in the beginning, are lazily put together, as though the narrative was clearing its throat before the big on-stage audition.

The music (by Rajesh Roshan) and the songs add nothing to the film's very high entertainment value.

At last we have India's first truly global super-hero film. Hrithik Roshan slices through the sky skillfully weaving through the emotions and drama and adventure to create a complete entertainer. There are no concessions to vulgarity in this super-hero saga. Younger viewers would specially enjoy Krissh's ability to connect with kids.

Rakesh Roshan combines the breathtaking SFX with a high level of emotion and drama. The result is quite often exhilarating and spectacular.

What a Diwali dhamaka this is!

Originally posted by: vedant123

Justt hope PeeCee gets good reviews :(

Friday, 31st October 11:00 PM IST

Pluses:

Hrithik Roshan is fantastic in double role, Priyanka Chopra is superb, Vivek Oberoi steals the show, Kangana Ranaut is stunning, Pulsating action, high emotional content for masses

Minuses:

2nd half dips, poor songs and stretched climax

Critic Rating:

4/5

Business Rating:

4.5/5

Verdict:

Watch it for complete dose of entertainment - drama, action, romance and thrill

Detailed Analysis:

Director Rakesh Roshan has always defied the logic and had been amazingly consistent at box office over last two decades. His pairing with Hrithik as director-actor is impeccable and every time proved golden at box office.

Krrish'took the story of Koi Mil Gaya' successfully ahead by establishing India's first original super-hero. And you start thinking next what? But here comes Krrish 3' that adds completely new dimensions to a super-hero film with a powerful villain, stronger emotions and family drama.

Krrish 3' continues with Hrithik Roshan saving the world in his superhero avatar when super-villain Kaal played by Vivek Oberoi starts destructing the world with a new epidemic.

Kaal is handicapped but has extraordinary powers. He has created these mutants called Maanvars -combination of Maanavs and Jaanwars. Being a superhero, Krrish has to fight these beings with unknown powers but only with the help of his father, Rohit Mehra.

Krrish3' is the synergy of Koi Mil Gaya' and Krrish' and their goodness combined. The screenplay is full of entertainment and emotional capsules throughout. Hrithik Roshan is phenomenal especially as the old father, Rohit Mehra. Hrithik is once again outstanding in a film directed by his father. But Vivek Oberoi as Kaal steals the show. Powerful villain who can use only two fingers to destroy all. Kangana looks menacing and Priyanka does complete justice to her role. Amitabh Bachchan introduces the film and Mohnish Bahl as Vivek Oberoi's poster father and Rajpal Yadav in a brief role are fairly good.

Music is big minus especially God Allah Aur Bhagwan' but surprisingly other songs are not bad as it seemed on small screen. Though film misses that one big hit song. Editing is crisp and dialogues are fairly good. Choreography is big minus and so are the costumes.

It gives you a taste of larger-than-life movie from 80s in Bollywood. And that is why the real winner is director Rakesh Roshan who again proves his command over medium and masses. Film has such a fine balance of emotions, action, romance and VFX. And yes, Red Chillies has done tremendous job with VFX.

Go for this monstrous hit, this is full blown Bollywood super hero film at its best!