Aniket Ghatnekar

3/10 Gajagamini has an unconventional concept that holds great potential as a high-concept experimental movie, but it appears indulgent, cacophonous, tacky and stupid on the screen. Madhuri Dixit performs very well in the different avatars and the remaining actors lend good support. But it falls short of its true potential to a large extent. The philosophy, strong Hindu references and symbolism are all there, but there is a lot going on together and one loses interest because it is not engaging at all. The dances are pretty good, but there is only so much time that the camera can focus obsessively on the heroine's backside. It comes close to being senseless at times, and given the credentials of the director, it is very disappointing. A below average job.

6/10: GOOD ATTEMPT Balki is a good director. Here he creates an alloy out of a serious subject and filmy formulas. In particular, he extracts fine performances from the lead cast. Akshay Kumar gets the lion's share of the limelight and acquits himself well. Radhika Apte is very talented and her eyes are eloquent. Sonam adds a perky, witty charm to the story as it progresses. On the other hand, situations get melodramatic and the overall feeling of the movie is simplistic/feel-good. This is not the best way to tackle a serious subject with a social message.