Nagesh Kukunoor has given a consistent performance and has again proved his brilliance with movie making. His latest presentation of a real life incident - ‘Dor’ is testimony to the fact that Kukunoor can handle any subject with sense and maturity.
Dor narrates a story of two women who supposedly could have been rivals turn good friends. Ayesha Takia’s husband accidently killed by Gul Panag’s husband. Gul’s husband can only escape the death punishment only if Ayesha signs a pardon letter (this is as per the rule in Middle East). The story well handles the emotional turmoil of the two women, one who has lost her husband and the other who thinks she can save her husband from the death sentence. The story revolves around how these two women from diverse traditions, culture and mental state of mind start enjoying each other’s company become fast friends. The story does not handle the ‘whys’ & ‘hows’ of the murder. However, it shows the repurcusions of that incident on the two female protagonists of the movie. While one is used to sacrifice and love unconditionally, the other is strong hearted and who knows to achieve victory with strong conviction and sincerity. Like all other Kukunoor movies, Dor too tells you about human emotions in a practical perspective. It shows you about determination, sincerity, honesty, companionship, friendship, and that there are still good people around who are ready to help.
And ofcourse, how can I forget about Shreyas Talpade (Iqbal in Kukunoor’s earlier successful venture). He has proven that he is versatile actor and has a bright future ahead. He showed his skills as a dumb aspiring cricketer in Iqbal and in Dor he showcases his talent through dialogues mimicking some filmstars, dancing on ‘Kajra Re’, and delivering some excellent philosophy about life at times. All other choice of actors is good and Kukonoor makes an appearance too. I felt that there is nothing to complain about the movie (not because of the fact that I am obsessed with Nagesh Kukonoor’s filmmaking talents). The story is presented well, actors have portrayed the characters with great ease, the locations are apt and the music beats the right note at every incident required.
Dor narrates a story of two women who supposedly could have been rivals turn good friends. Ayesha Takia’s husband accidently killed by Gul Panag’s husband. Gul’s husband can only escape the death punishment only if Ayesha signs a pardon letter (this is as per the rule in Middle East). The story well handles the emotional turmoil of the two women, one who has lost her husband and the other who thinks she can save her husband from the death sentence. The story revolves around how these two women from diverse traditions, culture and mental state of mind start enjoying each other’s company become fast friends. The story does not handle the ‘whys’ & ‘hows’ of the murder. However, it shows the repurcusions of that incident on the two female protagonists of the movie. While one is used to sacrifice and love unconditionally, the other is strong hearted and who knows to achieve victory with strong conviction and sincerity. Like all other Kukunoor movies, Dor too tells you about human emotions in a practical perspective. It shows you about determination, sincerity, honesty, companionship, friendship, and that there are still good people around who are ready to help.
And ofcourse, how can I forget about Shreyas Talpade (Iqbal in Kukunoor’s earlier successful venture). He has proven that he is versatile actor and has a bright future ahead. He showed his skills as a dumb aspiring cricketer in Iqbal and in Dor he showcases his talent through dialogues mimicking some filmstars, dancing on ‘Kajra Re’, and delivering some excellent philosophy about life at times. All other choice of actors is good and Kukonoor makes an appearance too. I felt that there is nothing to complain about the movie (not because of the fact that I am obsessed with Nagesh Kukonoor’s filmmaking talents). The story is presented well, actors have portrayed the characters with great ease, the locations are apt and the music beats the right note at every incident required.
The movie certainly keeps you engrossed though it is a little predictable. Dor will surely keep you tied to your seats and make you enjoy it in every sense, from emotional turmoil to Talpade’s timely comic presentations.
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