Jawan Review: Shahrukh Khan And Atlee Deliver Much More Than A Starled Action Masala Movie
In a cinematic landscape often filled with larger than life stars and twisted storylines, Jaawan is a refreshing break from the norm. There is a crucial scene where the charismatic leader, starring Shah Rukh Khan, addresses the audience and urges them to exercise their voting rights responsibly. He emphasized the importance of asking those in power about their actions and their future plans for the people.
What sets Jawaan apart is his dedication to the story - the riveting screenplay by Atlee and S. Ramanagarivasan is fascinating. The film has an exciting background and exciting action sequences. This is definitely no ordinary masala film.
If you thought Khan's opening sequence in Pathan , which marks his return to the big screen after a four-year hiatus, was top notch, then prepare to be blown away by what director Atlee has achieved with Khan's new look be.
Tamil director Atlee, who has been teasing Jaawan since 2019, shows his ability to bring out the best in SRK in Jaawan . The film begins with an almost spectacular sequence. A soldier stands like a messiah chasing a stormy sky. His face is mysterious, hidden by the gas, but his eyes speak volumes. The entrance has something fairytale-like and a sombre atmosphere that immediately captivates the audience. Soon, a fiery horse gallops across the screen, boosting the epic verse by a few notches.
In the midst of a dramatic combat sequence, the cloth covering the soldier slowly peels away, revealing Khan emerging from the dust.
Cut to an ordinary Mumbai subway train going through the tunnels on a seemingly ordinary day. But this ordinary day takes an unusual turn when a gang led by Bald Raa and a menacing Khan seize power. Led by Khan's "leader" or character, Rathod, this party is a band of fiery warriors with untold stories of their own.
This time Jaawan subtly sheds light on the suicide problem of the film's farmer and antagonist, Kale Gaikwad, played by Vijay Sethupathi. The plot revolves around Narmadan, a Force One officer played by Nayanthara, whose role as a negotiator adds suspense and intrigue to Khan's character.
As the narrative unfolds, Jawan seamlessly weaves together the story's socio-political themes. Corruption, the state of disrepair of public hospitals, military and defense problems: everything is integrated into the situation. Khan's compelling performance, complemented by Nayanthara, and Sethupathi's portrayal of an intimidating but shrewd antagonist reminiscent of iconic characters like Singham's Prakash Raj give the film its special edge. The action sequences are complemented by mesmerizing background music by Anirudh Ravichander.
The action scene is choreographed by veteran directors Spiro Razatos, Anl Arasu, Craig Macrae, Yannick Ben, Kecha Khampakdee and Sunil Rodriguez, taking the amazing creativity to the next level.
It has a Hollywood-inspired touch that adds to the fun. Iconic characters such as the Joker and Darkman and even Dennis Hopper's character are quickly appearing in Khan's vigilante group. Distributing Kali's red and blue pills to pollute the system is clever. A Russian team leader wearing a ban mask adds another dimension. And then there are the old Bollywood songs, fitting the mood of the scenes.
However, Jawan is not without flaws. Sumit Arora's dialogue falls short in some scenes and the film tends to force emotions on the audience at times. With its intensive examination of various socio-political issues, the film sometimes takes on a moralistic tone. Rapid transitions between different scenes can interrupt the viewing experience and give the impression of a collection of short stories lined up one after the other.
While Pathahan overall enjoys the return of Shah Rukh Khan and the power of the stars, Jaawan focuses on the script and offers audiences more than just Khan's glory.
(Edited by: Shoma Bhattacharjee )
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