shruti Chari

TAARE ZAMEEN PAR As long as I saw the movie I got lost because I got so well connected to the situation therein that, most of the times I found myself in it. I got deeply involved as I saw Ishaan (portrayed by Darsheel Safary) in the film. The film brings out the ground reality of how the world looks at children who suffer from dyslexia. The way Amir Khan (the Director and Producer) has brought out a clear message to the world (not to ignore the simple joys and pleasures of Kids and not to rob them of their childhood life) is simply amazing. The 8 year old kid Ishaan is good at art but is a slow learner and poor in academics. Like any usual and normal parents, Ishaan’s parents too always prioritise homework, marks and neatness. Ishaan on the other hand always dreams of colours, fish, kites and dogs etc. He spends most days punished outside class letting his imagination go around the world. At home, he is always seen mixing colours, painting away instead of doing his homework. While his elder brother is very good at studies and sports, Ishaan is quite opposite. His poor scores in academics becomes a cause of concern to the parents. Unaware of the reason behind of his weakness, his parents admit him to a boarding school for disciplining him. Here, the art teacher (Nikumbh) identifies the problem and rises to the occasion to help him to overcome his disability. Amir Khan, who has cast the Art Teacher’s role has excelled in his role play. The film has been well edited by Deepa Bhatia. The Lyrics of the songs are written by Prasoon Joshi, which are too good. The picturisation of the entire film and especially the song sequences are exceptionally so good that even rock hearted people who would not drop tears would be moved and experience emotions. The title song is fascinating. Maa and Jame Raho combine talents in all respects- music, words and voice. The production design is superb. Not even for a moment you feel anything is fake. The picturisation of school sequences is so good. To make things as natural as possible, the Editor has worked hard. He has involved in a few of the real students of the school. In fact, a share in the success of the film can be credited to these students too who have justified their involvement in the film. Bogged down by the routine action films which hardly make any impact on our lives, I would rate this film with a 4.5 score out of 5 and would strongly recommend to film lovers that this is a NOT TO BE MISSED MOVIE. Let me also add “DO NOT BE CARRIED AWAY BY A FEW POSTERS AND THINK THAT THIS IS A CHILDREN’S FILM. NO IT IS NOT. IF YOU HAVENT SEEN IT SO FAR DO IT NOW”.