Highly recommended!. Review on Gangster

Bhatt Camps are synonymous with films with substance. The name also corresponds with films that rebel against the set-patterns, rules, norms and formulas of Bollywood masala flicks.Their latest venture, Gangster, directed by Anurag Bose, is no exception!The film has an unusual story when compared to the commercial flicks that are being churned out at regular intervals. As such, it has a poignant message to offer about how criminals breed and also highlights the irony of a society that is full of double standards.

Gangster begins with a flashback and as the reels unfold, the viewer gradually slips into a world of deceit, treachery and betrayal. The narrative moves at a brisk pace, with the viewer being on the edge all the while.

The slimy, mean character of Shiney comes to the fore in the first reel itself, yet the turn of events continues to keep you engrossed and immersed. The twist in the tale when Shiney catches Kangana with Emraan – takes the film to an all-time high.

The interval point – when they stand exposed increases the curiosity value tremendously. The viewer awaits with bated breath the course the story would take in the post-interval portions.

The first half has some outstandingly executed sequences, notable among them being the ones that take place in the flashback. For example an encounter where Bittu gets killed is simply moving.

The story takes a different route in the second half. If the first half focuses on Kangana and the unfortunate incidents that take place in her life, the second half deviates into a complex love triangle.The film reaches a nail-biting crescendo and the culmination to the story appears completely justified.

Given the fact that it's a dark film and has an undercurrent of tension all through, the goings-on tend to get slightly heavy towards the second half. If trimmed slightly , it should only prove advantageous.

Director Anurag Bose is a director to watch! The expertise with which he has handled the tense-filled moments should win him all-round praise. He strikes the right balance between realism and commercialism, between form and content.

The music is fantastic, enhancing the impact of sequences considerably. Cinematography is amongst the assets of the film. The sound quality is top notch.

Besides a tight screenplay, the film rests on two solid performances, that of Shiney and Kangana. Shiney seems to have emerged as one of the finest actors we have today.This film is sure to multiply his fan following tremendously .

The feeling of being used and abused is displayed to perfection by Kangana in Gangster. A tricky role that demands histrionics, the actress takes to her part like a fish takes to water. Emraan leaps ahead with this film

All up Gangster,has some fresh things to say about love, passion, deceit and destiny. The film has all the potential to carve a niche for itself.