Bhushan Shiurkar

"Adipurush," a film based on the epic story of Ramayana, has garnered mixed reactions from the audience.The filmmakers failed to understand the significance of the emotional attachment and beliefs associated with the story. It appeared to me that the filmmakers prioritized visual effects over the core of the story. Unfortunately, this resulted in neglecting important aspects such as character development and emotional engagement. I personally struggled to connect with the characters, as they lacked depth and failed to evoke genuine emotions. The dialogues were particularly disappointing and did not do justice to the grandeur and significance of the Ramayana. In particular, the portrayal of Rama, the central character, was underwhelming. The lack of proper dialogue and story development left the actor with little to work with, making it challenging for the audience to connect with the character. This missed opportunity in characterizing Rama could have hindered the audience's ability to become invested in the film. In a film like "Adipurush," where the audience already holds strong emotional attachments and beliefs towards the characters and the narrative, it is essential for the script to provide the necessary material for the actors to deliver authentic and engaging performances. Unfortunately, this aspect was lacking in the film, resulting in characters that felt distant and uninvolved. Moreover, the treatment of the antagonist, Ravana, was deemed unsatisfactory. Instead of exploring his complexity and presenting him as a multidimensional character, the film seemed to fall short, leaving viewers unimpressed. Additionally, the depiction of Lanka, known for its beauty, as a dark and unattractive world was seen as a departure from the source material, which further disappointed some fans. Overall, the film "Adipurush" received criticism for its lack of character involvement, weak dialogues, and a focus on visual effects over the story itself. The filmmakers missed an opportunity to tap into the emotional attachment and beliefs associated with the Ramayana, which could have elevated the film to a higher level. With a stronger focus on storytelling and character development, "Adipurush" could have had the potential to be a superhit.