Cast: Jimmy Shergill, Raj Babbar, Mahie Gill, Irrfan Khan,
Soha Ali Khan.
Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Length: 2.20 hours approx.
Now the prequel to this film that released in September 2011,
wasn’t exactly great film, but it had a strong story-line which kept the
moments glued and the film engaging. What lacked there was the sort of
performances which would have taken film much higher. Apart from Randeep Hooda,
no one really managed a noteworthy performance. The sequel has different thing
to say. The film has terrific performances but saddles down with the script and
screenplay.
The film starts very well with each character being
described smartly. But the film drags along a lot with few scenes. Despite of
humorous dialogues imposed at most of the places, yet, the scenes in this half
particularly look dull. The film goes on and on and on and at-east two times
gives you chance to peep into your watch. At 85 minutes first half, there are
scenes which could have been easily trimmed. Too much time is given to express
Mahie Gill’s bold and seductive character. However, there are few scenes that
will leave you in splits like the one when the Politician gets worked up
at-least twice, once when he isn’t able to get the adjustment of the webcam and
the next time when he is unable to exit while he is watching porn. Also the
scene where Irrfan tries to extract a modicum amount of blood out of his
finger, with abundance amount of fear gearing him.
Dhulia opens his cards post-intermission where he does just
about enough to incorporate plot twists, though predictable at times. The film
keeps its pace highly brisk and the real aim of each character is well
explained. However the climax may find its share of criticism because it looks
unconvincing. It does gives a room for another installment, but the real
purpose of the film, that is the revenge genre gets only defeated. Therefore,
no real sympathy can be devoted to even a single character despite several
double-crossings.
The film has poor music and the item song filmed on Mugdha
Godse has no relevance to the plot of the film. The production values are top
class to be frank. And the cinematography is simply amazing. It’s eye-pleasing
to see the nature captured so beautifully within the story of the film. The dialogues
are one real weapon apart from exemplary performances that SAHEB BIWI AUR
GANGSTER RETURNS benefits from. The writing however doesn’t exploit the
strength of its character. It doesn’t scoop up the betrayal portions with any
emotional values. Betrayal occurs and the focus shifts to next sequence. Dhulia
however knows the art of direction truly well. The way he handles his scenes is
one qualitative mark which he boasts off. The scene where Irrfan Khan confronts
Jimmy Shergill for the very first time, tells lot about the sort of credibility
Dhulia carries on his shoulders.
Irrfan Khan strikes the chord. He doesn’t only make his
character humorous and enjoyable but also gives that menacing shade with equal
blend. He is most enjoyable when he stumbles during some of his conversations
in the scenes. Jimmy Shergill is excellent as the manipulative, selfish,
lovable Saheb and he does his part with sheer energy. Unlike the previous part,
Jimmy handles the intense situations amazingly. Mahie Gill and Soha Ali Khan
are efficient although they look weak in the same frame as the two men.
The writers couldn’t make up where the film should head.
From bedroom politics, to betrayal, to revenge, the film travels along
everywhere, but without any purpose solved. That leaves you dissatisfied despite
its high share of positives coming from two staunch performances, several
excellent moments, engaging episodes from second half and the smart wit in dialogues.
Go in, you won’t be bored, but make sure you don’t expect anything memorable.
Rating- 2.5/5 (Above Average/ Decent)
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