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#Manikarnika Khoob ladi mardaani, woh toh Jhansi wali Rani AUR #KanganaRanaut thi! Heart in the absolute right place, intent in point and what performances by the cast! Such a pleasure to see #DannyDengzongpa with the same commanding screen presence. 
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Originally posted by: TheDarkRock
I think audience feedback will matter to this movie rather than critics. Anyone here saw the film?
Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi Movie Review Rating: 3.5/5 Stars (Three and a half stars)
Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi Movie Review Rating: 3.5/5 Stars (Three and a half stars)
Star Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Ankita Lokhande, Atul Kulkarni, Jisshu Sengupta, Suresh Oberoi, Danny Denzongpa
Director: Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi & Kangana Ranaut
Manikarnika The Queen Of Jhansi Movie Review: Kangana Ranaut Brutally Bloody Beautiful!What's Good: The polished action sequences, Kangana Ranaut's valorous attempt at doing something beyond our vision & a background score that fills up the powerhouse
What's Bad: It's very inconsistent; it drags because of few unnecessary sequences and songs, it takes a lot of time to build the transition of Lakshmibai to Jhansi Ki Rani Lakshmibai
Loo Break: Those who can't digest long sequences & high voltage drama will crave for a break in the first half
Watch or Not?: A big absolute confident YES! It's a story of courage told in a watchable way & a big, good screen should be the top priority
User Rating:
We see the aerial shots over the picturesque locations of Jhansi getting warned by Amitabh Bachchan's magnificent baritone, about how our country is on the radar of British. Coming to the scene, a bubbly and athletic Manikarnika (Kangana Ranaut) who then gets married to the King of Jhansi Gangadhar Rao (Jisshu Sengupta). Manikarnika is renamed as Lakshmibai and she takes no time to mix up with the people of Jhansi.
She becomes the rightful Queen of Jhansi and denies any kind of negotiations with the British. This starts pinching the ego of English rulers as they start to reveal their true colours. Covering many historic moments in a single timeline, we ultimately reach to the one final war. Those who were even a little bit attentive during the History lectures will know what the story is. For the rest, go and watch!
Manikarnika The Queen Of Jhansi Movie Review: Kangana Ranaut Brutally Bloody Beautiful!K. V. Vijayendra Prasad, the man behind Baahubali, the man who's bigger than his name, has penned the story for the film. Yes, we all have heard the outer sketch of the story but to fill it with illustrious colours, you need someone like Prasad sir. The first half takes in too much of talks and less action and that's why it disturbs the pace. There's a shift of colour tone in the climax which comes across very abruptly.
The graph just elevates through each passing scene leaving you on a high. Beware of few unnecessary conflicts and a few melodramatic sequences. Kiran Deohans and Gnana Shekar V.S' cinematography is a fluctuating show of magic. It works at times & there are sequences having artificial written all over them. Few dialogues are way too complicated because of the pure Hindi used. All's well that's end well, the movie keeps you engaged throughout because of the display of courage on screen.
Kangana Ranaut is boisterous! She's so energetic that at times it's too much. But she eventually settles down in her character and that's when the movie starts becoming entertaining. There is a diction problem in some dialogues but her animated appearance covers up everything.
Supporting cast should have been stronger! There are a lot of talented people doing very average jobs. Jisshu Sengupta has a passable performance. Ankita Lokhande impresses a lot being fierce, fiery and caring at the same time. Kulbhushan Kharbanda is just about decent and Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub is wasted yet again. Richard Keep as General Hugh Rose manages to look badass but that's about it, his character could've been a lot more intriguing.
Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi and Kangana Ranaut have directed this movie. Now, we aren't sure who has directed which of those portions, so let's credit both of them. The direction is pretty smooth as far as the story is concerned. Given that it could've been better with a few more absorbing sequences.
None of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy's songs apart from Vijayi Bhava really seem necessary in the script. The pace could've been tighter without the songs. The background score by Sanchit & Ankit Balhara is highly impactful. It's all what a story like this demands.
All said and done, Manikarnika The Queen Of Jhansi is a visual form of our History chapters but a very intriguing and beautiful looking one. No one could have done this better than Kangana Ranaut and she is brutally bloody beautiful! If you're watching this, watch it on a big screen.
Three and a half stars!
https://www.koimoi.com/reviews/manikarnika-the-queen-of-jhansi-movie-review-kangana-ranaut-brutally-bloody-beautiful/
We have all heard about the story of the brave female warrior. We have all heard the phrase 'woh toh mardani jhansi wali rani thi'. But we haven't watched her life brought alive on the big screen. She's been a part of our history textbooks. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi is one of the most impactful historical female warriors from our freedom struggle.
What's it about
Kangana Ranaut plays the pivotal central role of Manikarnika. The interesting part of this biopic is that it doesn't just focus on the war and the fight against the British oppression but also gives a glimpse of her childhood and her transition from being a fiesty girl to the Queen. The period film chronicles her life from her marriage to the time she becomes the Queen of the Maratha empire. The second half focuses on the war scenes while the first half is light and focuses on her younger days. Manikarnika has a majestic scale and high production values that do justice to the canvas of its female protagonist.
What's hot
Kangana Ranaut has not only acted but also directed Manikarnika. One thing we know about Kangana is the fact that she's super passionate about anything that she takes up. And with Manikarnika she goes all out. Every scene and frame that she appears in brings goosebumps with her presence. Technically, Manikarnika is a film par excellence. Everything from the cinematography to the background score is top notch. Manikarnika also stays true to the genre and does full justice to the story of the warrior princess. The best moments in the film are when we get to watch the vulnerable moments of Manikarnika, the scene where she loses her husband or has to let go of her dead son's body. Kangana gives her all to this film. Also a special nod to the costume and set design department who make the film more believable and real. Actors like Atul Kulkarni, Suresh Oberoi, Danny Denzongpa and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub add character to the film. Ankita Lokhande puts a special spin on the narrative of Manikarnika. Her scenes with Kangana are adorable and make the warrior Queen more human.
What's not
The length is an issue and it could have easily been tackled with better editing. Also there a few continuity issues that are hard to not notice. Songs could have been more situational and they sort of break the tempo of the film when least expected.
BL Verdict
Manikarnika is a must watch for the glory that Kangana brings to the experience of watching the life and time of one of Indian history's bravest warriors. Don't miss this one.
None of what he said in terms of Rani Laxmi Bai in in dispute nor his reference to history or national pride, he however was referring to the historical figure NOT to kangana the person, people need to separate the real from the copy. I do not think the Rani comes out a winner if her legacy is tied to kangana and what she does or says. It is kind of creepy that she refers to herself as if she was, even more creepy that some people actually think it's laudable.Originally posted by: priya185
While praising the film, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev wrote, "#Manikarnika epitomizes valour, commitment & passion of an Indian woman who left a mark on the nation's history & its struggle for freedom. This wonderful work of Indian cinema instills immense national pride. Congratulations. -Sg @KanganaFanClub @prasoonjoshi_."
Tomm on Republic day, let's salute India's biggest warrior queen, one of our bravest freedom fighters, Rani Lakshmi Bai! Trust me you will love it. A must for every Indian. #KanganRanaut is the finest talent we have. Take a bow Kangana and @ZeeStudios_
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