Filmmaker Hansal Mehta is all praise for Vasan Bala`s directorial `Jigra`, which is headlined by Alia Bhatt.
`Jigra`, which was released in theatres in October, did not work at the box office. However, it has now managed to gain quite a fan following among the OTT audience.
On Saturday, Hansal Mehta took to Instagram and heaped praise on the `Jigra` film.
He wrote, “Very late in the day but finally saw `Jigra`. It`s full of Jigra. Vasan`s Jigra. Alia`s Jigra. Karan`s Jigra. The film consciously avoids a melodramatic bhai-behen setup, doesn`t set up its protagonists in a manipulative way, it makes Satya almost like an impenetrable fortress, somebody without the cover of romance or relationships – yet we feel. Not necessarily in the way mainstream cinema forces us to feel but through a narrative that is unrelenting, free of essential tropes and carries the filmmaker`s signature.”
Hansal Mehta added, “The music by Achint is just terrific and adds to the mood of this thrilling ride. Of course Vasan`s customary hat-tips abide and might feel a tad unnecessary also. But what the hell. This is good filmmaking, far removed from what trash gets peddled in the name of `giant blockbusters`. Go Vasan go! @vasanbala @karanjohar @aliaabhatt @somenmishra @achintstagram . To the writing team, editor, cinematographer, production designer and the entire cast n crew – Hope you get the message and power to follow your Jigra no matter what!”
Jigra follows the story of Satya Anand, played by Alia Bhatt, a devoted sister who embarks on a dangerous and emotional journey to rescue her brother, Ankur Anand, portrayed by Vedang Raina.
The film delves into themes of family, sacrifice, and determination, offering a gripping narrative with high stakes.
The movie is produced under the banner of Dharma Productions and presented by Viacom18 Studios and Eternal Sunshine Productions.`Jigra`s script was co-written by Debashish Irengbam and Vasan Bala. One of the key highlights of the movie is the recreation of the iconic song `Phoolon Ka Taaro Ka`, featuring Vedang Raina`s vocal performance, adding a nostalgic yet contemporary touch to the film.
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