Nitin Kulkarni

'Fatafati' Is Way Above 'Motamuti' And Way Ahead Of 'Tadatadi' If you have ever lived in Bengal or are blessed to have Bengali friends around you, who somehow cannot resist and often indulge in speaking their mother tongue while you watch them, enjoying their sorties, these three words used in the subject line are definitely not new to you. - Fatafati (फाटाफाटी) - A word that 'Motamuti' expresses excellence of higher order शानदार, जोरदार, बढ़िया धांसू. - Motamuti (मोटामुटी) - A word that 'Tadatadi' expresses anything that is on an average तकरीबन तकरीबन, लगभग लगभग. - Tadatadi (ताड़ाताड़ी) - A word that unlike above two words, expresses the dire need to hurry up whichever way it can, जितना जल्दी हो सके, एकदम, तुरंत, शीघ्रता से. "Fatafati" - an Aritra Mukherjee directed Bengali movie, dubbed in many languages including Hindi and released on OTT platform on Sony Liv on 4th August 2023 is "Motamuti" a pure, fresh and unpolished diamond on an irresistible offer that should be "Tadatadi" availed, watched for some clean, inspiring and rejuvenating entertainment. Though the movie quickly establishes a heart to heart connection with all type of or different age group of viewers, if you have ever lived in Kolkata or in Bengal in general, it would go an extra mile to make you feel at home. No doubt, the movie could have been a real masterpiece had some finer points been attended, decorated and celebrated in a logically placed sequence or order, but even then the sheer purity of intent, inherent simplicity of expression and abundant clarity in content with which the story unfolds beautifully, makes it a cut above the rest. In times when violence, action and vulgarity are considered as a certain winning formula, especially on OTT, 'Fatafati' stands out as a clean entertainment trendsetter movie which is likely to inspire many budding Phulloras of our world to blossom into a beautiful flower, spreading the fragrance of love, trust and excellence, wherever they are. Though I can go on writing about this small budget wonder that is full of human feelings, priceless sentiments and natural emotions, saying anything further, may actually reveal the plot, I want you to explore, discover and enjoy on your own. It is a must watch movie that should be enjoyed with entire family watching it together - do share your reflections after viewing it. We simply loved being a part of this beautiful story, In gratitude, 👨🏻 🙏🏻

"Truth Alone Is Enough" - A Review Jodhpur has figured prominently in last two or three decades in concluding on many high profile cases bringing culprits to justice merely on the strength of an ordinary person's resolve to speak truth and truth only. I am calling it truth because, our justice system like any good justice system never believes in it till it is corroborated and proven beyond any doubt on the strength of clinching evidences. But while speaking truth is in the hands of the victim or the witnesses, the other aspect of investigation, collection of evidences and putting all pieces together is the job of a team comprising police officers, forensic experts and the counsels presenting the case. It is often seen that even if this team has worked sincerely and the victim as well as witnesses have stuck to their truth through out the case proceedings, the eminent lawyers hired by the high profile accused bring in technical limitations and circumstantial inconsistencies to weaken prosecution case and facilitate benefit of doubt to the accused persons. In all these matters, prosecution counsel is one of the pivotal resources which happens to monitor and ensure the last mile delivery of arguments in all these cases. He or she can make or marr a case by the application of mind or otherwise. "Sirf Ek Bandaa Kafee Hai" is one such piece of creatively expressed fiction that is inspired by a real life advocate from Jodhpur and the battle he pursued for 5 long years. I may be sounding a bit biased in my appraisal of this movie because I belong to Jodhpur and identify myself with the real life character which must have actually been played by this simple man, the world still knows as Advocate Poonam Chand Solanki from Jodhpur. I am saying it in general but this land of Rajasthan, especially Marwar is known for raising some people, who can do anything, pay any price to be in their ethical character, follow laid down principles, nurtured values and morals fearlessly, individually and independently. Recent known history closer home is full of instances involving such unassuming people who could not be dissuaded through manipulation. The movie presents a very interesting court room drama, keeping you glued to the screen, while giving certain subtle social messages about how most of us blindly believe in what is publicised as a miracle without applying our mind. All actors have done justice. Direction and production are that of a documentary and to that extent it goes well with the subject. The movie may disappoint those amongst us who look for masala, violence and formulas. For all others, this is a movie, you must see with entire family on Zee5 for knowing some tough life questions and their appropriate answers. In gratitude, 👨🏻 🙏🏻 NiTiN

कहते हैं पता होना चाहिए हर इक इंसान को कब, किस महफिल से, उसे रुखसत होना है और जब किसी इंसान को ये पता ही ना चले तो उस का अंजाम तो भाई, ऐसा ही होना है

"सन्नाटे का कोलाहल" The documentary movie "The Accidental Prime Minister" has something for everyone. It simply, sincerely and seriously exceeded my expectations !!! The acting, locations, makeup, drama, direction, casting, script, pace and momentum - everything displayed a great blend of balance, maturity and composure in its expression !!! The movie as such apparantly made no noise in it about it as a housefull audience, glued to their seats watched it peacefully till the end but it sure created a storm in every viewer's mind and left it to be freely handled on their own !!! And I must say that the movie has been able to maintain a class in its dignified presentation, striking a critical balance between an Art Film and one which plays to the gallery - and that is why I call it a movie that has some takeaways for everyone !!! I recommend this movie for everyone in the family, friend circle and society for its thought provoking narrative - it's high time we know, read and think on such issues !!! In gratitude, 👨🏻 🙏 NiTiN

*Mulk* - The movie with lot of messages !!! Director Anubhav Sinha has perhaps done, one of his best efforts to explore, experiment and express, cautiously, carefully, yet convincingly, in an otherwise intolerant environment, that has had limitations, has limitations and if all goes the way it is going closer home, will always have limitations, not because there is dearth of information, knowledge or wisdom in our world but because we just refuse to grow up enough to appreciate them !!! 'Mulk' raises many fundamentally basic questions around our contentions, perceptions and convictions and leaves the response entirely to us !!! There are subtle messages in the movie for all of us and believe me, you will surely find at least one for you !!! My take away from the movie - many, but the favourite one is - *"Pyar Dhundhoge To Pyar Milega Zanaab !!!"* I recommend this movie to all my friends, for this tiny effort, deserves our attention, affection and appreciation !!! Nitin Kulkarni