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Writer's pictureSUYASH PACHAURI

FILM REVIEW: ULAJH



A captivating spy thriller, Ulajh narrates the captivating tale of Janhvi Kapoor, the famous Sridevi's daughter. She portrays a young ambassador entangled in a web of betrayal and nationalism. The movie deftly balances themes of distrust and trust, pulling viewers into a web of lies where even her closest allies could be complicit in a massive plot against India. Her fierce battle to discover the truth and foil the villains' plans forms the central theme of the film.

This movie deftly strikes a balance between distrust and trust, leading audiences through a maze of falsehoods and deceit where even people closest to Janhvi's character could be part of a bigger plot against India. The main plot of the movie is around the thrilling reveal of how she escapes this dangerous circumstance and foils the bad guys' schemes.

The film's breathtaking visuals complement the compelling plot, which is enhanced by breathtaking landscape. With Janhvi Kapoor flourishing in her role and a strong ensemble backing her up, the cast gives tremendous performances that bring the complex plot to life. The music, which includes blockbusters like Aaja Oye, Nachenge Saari Raat Ve, and the boisterous Thoda Galat Ishaara Hai, is another highlight.

These songs are sure to become hits on the charts and stick in the memories of the listeners. Ulajh delivers an exciting experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats with its well-executed sequences and surprising turns. The unexpected surprises that add so much charm to the picture would be spoiled if these twists were revealed. The film's careful planning and execution are evident in its ability to keep viewers' attention and suspense during every viewing.

Excellent directing by Sudhanshu Saria makes sure that the movie never lets up. Ulajh is a must-watch because of his deft use of storytelling to keep the viewer interested throughout. Please do yourself a favor and take in this exhilarating adventure if you haven't already. What a fantastic film from Jahnvi Kapoor, Sudhanshu Saria, and the whole crew! This is the how a gripping spy thriller gets made. The screenplay is well-written and captivating, with cleverly placed turns and surprises from the outset.

The narrative captures your attention from the first scene and keeps it there the entire time. In contrast to most Bollywood thrillers, this one avoids the pitfall of manufactured surprises with its plot twists, seeming real and deserving. The conversations flow naturally with the story. Both the production design and the cinematography are excellent. Nitin Baid's film maintains a tight pace thanks to his skillful editing.

The visual experience is improved by the sound design, music, and background soundtrack. The film's greatest aspects, though, are unquestionably the director and performances. With the film's themes of nepotism, Jahnvi Kapoor gives a heartfelt and appropriate performance, expertly cast in a role that speaks both narratively and meta-textually. Similar to Suhana, her character, Jahnvi takes on challenges head-on and exudes charisma in her role.

I was excited to see Sudhanshu Saria's new project because I had liked his earlier flicks. Ulajh stands out as one of his best pieces to date, meeting and even beyond expectations. The ensemble in support gives strong performances as well. Gulshan Devaiah fell short of my expectations. There was a problem there.

The film's midway and its deft conclusion, which intriguingly introduces a new character, deserve special attention. I'm eagerly anticipating the next section already.
In this sense, 'Uljah's' setting works well for both the narrative and the business. The narrative is excellent as well. The only thing that ruins the effort is Parvez Sheikh's screenplay. Parvez's notoriety from movies like "Queen" and "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" is still valuable.

It is noteworthy to mention that Parvez is the author of movies such as "Bellbottom," "Blackmail," "Mission Majnu," "Bazaar," and "Tubelight." Other than reversing the gender of a well-known proverb in the movie's speech, dialogue writer Atika Chauhan hasn't done anything noteworthy that viewers will remember after seeing the movie. The onus of winning over the audience to the picture "Ulajh," which suffers from a shoddy storyline and forced dialogue, has fallen entirely on the supporting cast.

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