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PIKU

PIKU
What a delight! What a treat! I had completely forgotten what it was to have a stitch in one's side from laughing.... well i was reminded by this movie and how.
First and foremost the dialogue writer deserves a standing ovation! Oh My God! Each bit of repartee was priceless and had me holding my sides from laughing! The director is simply amazing. Soojit Sircar had us rolling in the aisles even with Vicky Donor, but this one is so good! And it is joining my list of often watched- lift me from the dumps movies.... Ala Chuke Chupke, Andaaz Apna Apna, Angoor, Golmaal- the ori ginal to name a few! Folks if you know any of the above mentioned, you shall know what to expect from Piku.
Donot miss this one and certainly donot miss the beginning titles... it features a superb sitar composition.
Deepika Padukone plays a loving daughter, whose life revolves around her Dad and her Dad is more than willing to keep her occupied. Other than this there is no perceptible storyline. It's really just a string of events, but how they keep us glued. I was so upset when there was a break for intermission.
Amitabh Bachchan finally shows us again why he is a superstar, submitting himself to the role completely. Irrfan is a worthy heir to Amol Palekar and the chemistry between all of them is so good. Moushmi Chatterjee fits her miniscule part perfectly.
The director has at no point tried to under-estimate the intelligence of the audience, and so there are no unnecessary explanations regarding each character's nature! They are what they are and the film doesn't seek refuge in over the top flashback sequences.
You are going to enjoy this one! Go for it!
I saw it with the perfect companion Devinder Aggarwal but we did missAshutosh Aggarwal specially since the central theme of the movie is what he loves talking about!
See you soon with Bombay Velvet next week! That is if I don't end up watching Piku again.
Ciao!
P.S Anyone who watches the movie could you please tell me if you found it odd too that Deepika and her Cousin just don't interact in the movie?




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