‘Dear Vikram’ movie review: A socio-political film that bites off more than it can chew

In his enthusiasm to deal with a number of burning socio-economic, cultural, non secular and political points within the span of 1 movie, director Nandeesh appears to have misplaced his focus

In his enthusiasm to deal with a number of burning socio-economic, cultural, non secular and political points within the span of 1 movie, director Nandeesh appears to have misplaced his focus

Even earlier than its launch, Expensive Vikram had fuelled curiosity among the many viewers because of an argument. The Central Board of Movie Certification (CBFC) had objected to the movie’s earlier title Godhra, following which director Nandeesh clarified that the movie is by no means linked to the notorious Godhra riots of Gujarat in 2022 and that he has no intention of injuring anybody’s sentiment. Regardless of the clarification and the altering of the title to Expensive Vikram, the viewers has remained curious, and now, the movie lastly premiered on Voot Choose.

Expensive Vikram

Director : Ok.S. Nandeesh

Solid: Satish Ninasam, Shraddha Srinath, Vasishtha Simha, Sonu Gowda, Achyut Kumar

Length : 124 minutes

Storyline: Vikram, a Maoist revolutionary, is left in a dilemma whereas selecting between love and beliefs

Apart from the truth that streaming platforms supply more room for such socio-political content material, the small, private display makes the problems with the movie’s cinematic language, construction and approach extra obvious. Nandeesh has taken the danger of choosing a hyper-link, multi-narrative construction that connects characters, who’re both victims or beneficiaries of the social local weather in our nation.

He makes use of 4 characters to get his message throughout: Vikram (Satish Ninasam), a gifted Dalit pupil; Nitya (Shraddha Srinath) an upper-caste idealist; Bharat (Vasishta Simha); and Nidhi (Raksha Somashekar). Whereas Vikram represents a revolutionary path, Bharat believes in a robust Hindu Nation. The movie delineates their life and experiences, exposing the futility of romantic idealism that’s believed to be misguiding the youthful era. Expensive Vikram majorly revolves round Vikram, because the title suggests, and Nitya, who as college students talk about altering society and getting married. Each Vikram and Bharat lastly realise that the system exploits their idealistic minds and makes use of them for his or her beneficial properties.

Nandeesh was sincere. As he claimed, Expensive Vikram has no connection to the Godhra communal riots, straight or not directly. It peripherally touches upon the prevailing sectarian ambiance, the place even our minor variations are being weaponised. However, in his enthusiasm to deal with a number of burning socio-economic, cultural, non secular and political points within the span of 1 movie, the director appears to have misplaced his focus. Consequently, Expensive Vikram seems to be overtly preachy, and to attach the lacking dots and for continuity’s sake, the director takes recourse to a narrator.

However the filmmaker additionally makes an attempt to current the present political situation with out making direct references. Within the melee, the viewers might discover the caricatures of a former chief minister, who launched the “Grama Vastavya” programme and takes an oath within the identify of farmers and the slain Maoist Saket Rajan alias Prem. No stones are left unturned. From the farmers’ agitation, the Hindutva agenda, the anti-Feudal Maoist motion, and romantic idealism, to the bonhomie of politicians and the company world and the commercialisation of schooling, it touches upon each concern plaguing India. Had Nandeesh focussed on one concern and weaved different parts round it, his intention would have yielded the consequence. In the meantime, those that anticipate one thing totally different after watching the trailer and controversy over the change of title, may be left disillusioned.

With an ensemble solid of skilled actors equivalent to Satish Ninasam, Shraddha Srinath, Vasishtha Simha, and Achyut Kumar, the director might have created sturdy characters that go away an impression on the minds of the viewers. Nonetheless, all of the actors give it their greatest to carry the characters to life.

In its exhausting narration, solely songs equivalent to Jeevake Jeeva, Beeso Gaali and Yeno Salige handle to offer some aid to the viewers.

Expensive Vikram is at the moment streaming on Voot Choose

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