‘Madgaon Express’ Review: Kunal Kemmu’s directorial debut is uproariously funny

When was the final time you went to a film and laughed until your jaws damage? If it has been too lengthy so that you can bear in mind, then do e book your tickets for ‘Madgaon Specific’.

The press present of the movie befell at 9:30 pm, when most attendees, exhausted from a tough day’s work, longed to return dwelling to the consolation of their beds. Little did they know that the movie they had been about to look at would have them hooting all via. Kunal Kemmu makes a smashing directorial debut with this comedy outing. He is additionally credited for the story, screenplay, and dialogues, and we should add that he is aced in all of the departments (plus the little cameo) with full marks.

‘Madgaon Specific’ is a neatly written, humourous movie with a really modern vibe, but paying homage to the Govinda classics that after tickled audiences’ humorous bones.

The plot is easy: A jobless younger man, Dodo (Divyenndu), decides to meet his childhood dream by taking his two NRI pals, Ayush and Pratik (Avinash and Pratik) on a low-budgeted journey to Goa. However even earlier than they’ll settle in, they encounter a wild mishap on their practice trip, which solely will get more and more crazier with time. From medicine, weapons, and a gangster to an all-female gang and police on the chase, the trio finds themselves embroiled within the quirkiest of conditions. Regardless of the chaos and drama, the movie maintains a decent grip with laughter escalating with every passing second.

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In an trade the place star energy usually dictates field workplace success, ‘Madgaon Specific’ locations its belief in expertise over mere recognition. Pratik Gandhi is called a severe theatre actor, however with this movie, he is confirmed his versatility. He emerges because the shock package deal along with his efficiency, vary and particularly his abilities at bodily comedy. It reminds you of David Schwimmer’s iconic Ross from ‘Buddies’. The scenes the place he unintentionally consumes medicine are so fabulous that you simply’d need him to be excessive all his life. Additionally, this Harshad Mehta can dance saala (pun supposed)!

As for Divyenndu, he did start his profession with comedy, however not too long ago, he is gained recognition for his position because the desi goon Munna Bhaiya in ‘Mirzapur’. And thus, it is such a delight to see him do one thing that he appears to get pleasure from probably the most. The actor’s comedian timing is flawless, and regardless of portraying the archetypal ‘mischievous good friend’, he nonetheless succeeds in capturing your affection. Divyenndu owns Dodo utterly and carries the movie on his ready shoulders.

Avinash Tiwary has all the time been praised for his performances, however in ‘Madgaon Specific,’ you witness him emerge as a quintessential ‘Bollywood hero’. He seems sizzling, has a formidable display presence, and is such a pure actor. He might not have as many comedy moments as the opposite two, however he retains you glued along with his restrained efficiency. The scene the place he describes this technology’s failed makes an attempt at discovering love and the way the web helps in immediate gratification will contact your coronary heart. It is a pity how all three actors haven’t obtained an oppurtunity to do as many good roles as they deserve (Makers, are you listening?).

Furthermore, actor Chhaya Kadam additionally appears to be on a roll. After a flawless act in ‘Laapataa Women’, she recreates her magic as Kanchan Komdi on this comedy caper. Nationwide-Award-winning actor Upendra Limaye as Mendoza, her estranged husband, leaves you in splits. Nora Fatehi, too, will get an opportunity to showcase her performing abilities and isn’t relegated to being an eye-candy or merely dancing round in a tune.

Kunal Kemmu has all the time been a outstanding actor and with ‘Madgaon Specific’, he is confirmed his sensibilities as a author and filmmaker. Comedy, usually considered one of many hardest genres to grasp, is executed flawlessly by him in his debut. Whereas the screenplay and story are participating, it is the dialogues that really elevate the movie. Pattern these: ‘I wished to be any person, and now I might be a useless physique’. Additionally, there are loads of references to previous Excel films, when it comes to songs and statements, like ‘Dil Chahta Hai se Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, and it hits the nostalgia chords effectively. There are not any large acts or compelled gags, particularly within the climax, making the movie extra delectable.

General, ‘Madgaon Specific’ is a much-needed escape from all of the heavy-duty actioners, biopics, and even movies with a social message. It reminds you of easier instances when films had been all about having a enjoyable time along with your households and pals on the theatre. So, seize that field of popcorn and get on board for a side-splitting, loopy trip.