New Delhi: A national level athlete Paan Singh Tomar went on to become one of the most dreaded dacoits of Chambal Valley and director Tigmanshu Dhulia tracks this interesting journey through his film 'Paan Singh Tomar'.
While Irrfan Khan plays the protagonist, the film sees Mahie Gill as his wife. Vipin Sharma of 'Taare Zameen Par' fame also plays a pivotal role in the movie, which is being distributed by UTV Motion Pictures and UTV Spotboy Motion Pictures.
Rohit Vats of IBNLive is inside the theatre on the first day, first show to live tweet the experience.
10:52 AM: Rohit Vats of IBNLive is on his way to do the Tweet Review of 'Paan Singh Tomar'.
11:02 AM: The show is about to begin. Can Irrfan Khan and Tigmanshu Dhulia recreate the 'Haasil' success?
11:03 AM: Previously, Mahie Gill teamed up with Tigmanshu Dhulia for 'Sahib Biwi aur Gangster'.
11:09 AM: The film begins with some captivating still images.
11:12 AM: It seems the art director has done his homework well. Authentication of the set up has been taken care of.
11:15 AM: 'Beehad me baaghi hote hain, daku milte hain parliament mein.' The storyteller gives references from past.
11:18 AM: Completely a 'desi' film, the casting seems perfect so far.
11:23 AM : Hard-hitting dialogues and passionate characters are Dhulia's strengths. This film is no different.
11:28 AM: Paan Singh Tomar joins the Army sports training camp. Talent begins to excel.
11:31 AM: An immensely talented and humble person eventually makes his way to the top.
11:36 AM: Paan Singh Tomar enters the big league of athletes. His transformation into a hard willed person continues.
11:38 AM: Though Irrfan Khan's running style is weird, but his mannerism suits the character.
11:41 AM: Aseem Mishra's cinematography compliments the film.
11:48 AM: Mahie Gill fits well into the character of a village girl. Many actresses could have refused this role.
11:54 AM: The narrative style of the film follows the classic trend. Irrfan plays the narrator.
12:00 PM: The dialect of the Bhind-Murrena has been modified to suit the wider audience.
12:03 PM: The conflict rises. Paan Singh Tomar decides to go against the system.
12:13 PM: Time to become a man. Something broke inside Paan Singh Tomar's heart.
12:16 PM: So far, the film belongs to Irrfan Khan, from a confused guy to a determined man.
12:16 PM: Intermission.
12:25 PM: Shooting at the actual locations give the real feeling of the incidents.
12:25 PM: The nexus between the police and the local criminals create rebels.
12:30 PM: Paan Singh Tomar's meteoric rise in Chambal makes the local administration worried about the law and order situation.
12:31 PM: Paan Singh Tomar establishes his authority over three states.
12:37 PM: Small detailing in a film can really increase the interest level. Subedar Chacha rules the game.
12:39 PM: Even the rebels of Chambal take the military training. Waiting for the right opportunity is the first rule of winning.
12:40 PM: "Hey Vardi, mujhe maaf kar do," says a corrupt policeman.
12:42 PM: Paan Singh Tomar turns into a revenge story.
12:45 PM: Dhulia gives historical context to the film. Time for a flashback, and we are in 1970s now.
12:51 PM: This is not another Bandit Queen. It's more dramatised and fictionalised than Shekhar Kapur's film.
12:55 PM: Extensive usage of local folk songs makes it a good watch. Zakir Hussain arrives with a bang.
12:56 PM: "Beta daro mat, ye Police ki vardi me Police hi hai."
1:00 PM: True leaders can keep their secrets from themselves too.
1:04 PM: Success in any field takes away a lot from the winner. The winner always stands alone.
1:09 PM: It's a gripping tale. Metaphors are used brilliantly in 'Paan Singh Tomar'.
1:14 PM: The film is heading towards climax.
1:17 PM: Completing the race is always more important than winning or losing...
1:19 PM: What a power packed performance by Irrfan Khan. Dhulia again hits the bull's eye with 'Paan Singh Tomar'.
1:21 PM: Director has dedicated the film to the heroes of Indian sports.
1:25 PM: Overall a successful film in terms of entertainment value.
1:26 PM: The multiplex audience may find it difficult to relate with the characters.
1:27 PM: Word of mouth publicity will certainly help 'Paan Singh Tomar'. A must watch this weekend.
1:28 PM: Thank you for being with IBNLive during the Tweet Review of 'Paan Singh Tomar'. Have a good day...####
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