Kangana Ranaut is returning to the big screen with a film written and directed by her. Under her production house Manikarnika Films, Emergency presents Kangana Ranaut as Indira Gandhi in a historical biopic. The film also boasts a very interesting cast, including names like Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, late Satish Kaushik and others. The film isn’t the only one in theaters this week. Newcomers Aman Devgn and Rasha Thadani Azad, also starring Ajay Devgn, have been released in theaters as well. After Thalaivi in 2021, where she played actress-turned-politician Jayalalithaa, Kangana once again portrays a strong political woman. But is an emergency worth your time and attention? Read the movie review before making a decision.
What is an emergency?
Emergency is a captivating film that delves into the life and times of Indira Gandhi. It begins with her childhood, where her grandfather planted the seeds of strength in her heart and mind. The film traces her journey into politics, culminating in her historic rise as India’s first female Prime Minister in 1966. The film also explores her controversial decision to impose a state of emergency in 1975 and her order of Operation Blue Star, events that ultimately led to her tragic assassination by forces Indian security. Its own security personnel.
Movie Review: Emergency
Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Late Satish Kaushik
Director: Kangana Ranaut
Emergency Release Date: January 17, 2025 (in theaters)
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What’s hot
Films about politics, politicians, or historical events are often told through a particular lens, and State of Emergency is no exception. While the narrative and depiction of political figures and events may seem one-sided at times, Kangana strives for balance, offering a compelling look at the complexities of power and leadership. As with all films starring Kangana Ranaut, even if the story has its flaws, her exceptional performance elevates the film. Indira Gandhi was a formidable woman with a tough exterior, yet she had her weaknesses. Known as the Iron Lady, a term coined by Lord Henry Kissinger, she was also referred to as the “goongi gudiya” (silent doll). Kangana embodies this duality convincingly through her confident and effortless demeanour, making her performance a joy to watch.
Whatever your political views, the story, penned by Kangana herself, is engaging and attempts to highlight the multi-faceted nature of a politician in power. The film’s grand scope is matched by the strong narrative it seeks to tell, which is further enhanced by a complementary backdrop. The cast has been carefully selected, with each actor giving their best on screen. This film marks the final appearance of late actor-director Satish Kaushik, who plays the pivotal role of Jagjivan Ram. Anupam Kher portrays JP Narayan with ease, while Shreyas Talpade convincingly portrays the young Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Mahima Choudhary seamlessly transitions into the role of Pupul Jayakar, Indira’s close friend and cultural activist, leaving us wishing to see more of her in future projects. Darshan Pandya delivers a masterclass in subtle acting as RK Dhawan, Indira’s close aide and personal secretary. Vishak Nair brings Sanjay Gandhi’s character to life with his nuanced performance.
Milind Soman looks great as Sam Manekshaw, but after watching Vicky Kaushal in Sam Bahadur, it’s hard to imagine anyone else fitting the role of the brave army general quite so perfectly.
What is not so
There is a fine line between imitation and imitation, and some characters may sometimes cross paths with imitation. For example, Kangana Ranaut meticulously worked on her appearance and behaviour, adapting Indira Gandhi’s mannerisms, distinctive voice and distinctive facial expressions. However, in some scenes, her efforts seemed exaggerated. The same can be said about Shreyas Talpade.
While the story delves into Indira Gandhi’s relationship with her son Sanjay Gandhi and how his decisions affected her image and her tenure as Prime Minister, it leaves her relationship with Rajiv Gandhi, who succeeded her as Prime Minister after her assassination, unexplored. The film does not include a single scene that depicts Rajeev’s interest in politics or any discussions he may have had with his mother on the subject.
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Emergency is a compelling film about one of India’s most prominent and courageous Prime Ministers, who was loved and hated in equal measure. I highly recommend watching it for entertainment purposes only.
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