The Diplomat

Shivam Nair's "The Diplomat" is a gripping cinematic retelling of Uzma Ahmed's harrowing ordeal in Pakistan. It masterfully balances drama and realism, delving deep into the tense corridors of Indo-Pak relations without succumbing to melodrama. The film's razor-sharp focus on storytelling, paired with stellar performances and meticulous direction.

From the very start, Nair sets a somber and urgent tone, avoiding unnecessary embellishments. The absence of songs and other distractions works in the film's favor, ensuring the narrative stays taut and the tension palpable. The background score is particularly commendable. The cinematography is another highlight. The second half of the film soars, culminating in a nail-biting climax that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The final act is both satisfying and applause-worthy.

John Abraham's portrayal of a diplomat navigating this complex web of international relations is outstanding. Sadia Khateeb, as Uzma, is the heart and soul of the film. Her pain, fear, and resilience are portrayed with raw authenticity. Revathy's portrayal of the late Sushma Swaraj, though limited in screen time, leaves a lasting impact. Kumud Mishra adds warmth and reliability, while Sharib Hashmi and Vidhatri Bandi provide solid support. Jagjeet Sandhu stands out as the abusive Tahir, delivering a chilling performance that adds to the film's tension.

Direction 4/5 Acting 3.5/5 Editing 3/5 Story 3.5/5 Screenplay 3.5/5.

This movie 'The Diplomat' is based on a real and true story occured in 2017 where an Indian girl is lured for the marriage with a Pakistani man from KPKH, Pakistan.

Since its based on real story, the real story is already available on the Internet. As far as the Direction and actings are concerned, actor have performed well and direction is superb with respect to shooting locations and screen play.

John Abraham looks good as an Indian diplomat and Sadia is a very talented and promising actress. Although we know how the story goes in the end but the movie has dramatized certain parts which includes the plots by ISI and Locals of KPKH.

SO, If you like geopolitics and do watch this movie :)

One cannot question anybody's performance in the movie. Everybody does a great job. It's a tailor made role for John Abraham. Man kills it with such ease and style. He is complimented well with the antagonist who's equally talented and his performance successfully depcits the menacing nature of his character. The female lead is a hit and miss though. The supporting cast was well chosen.

Few witty one liners does hit the right spot. They are carefully sprinkled all over the movie. The dialogues are smartly written and well performed. No over dramaric patriotic or one man army, hero saves the day kind of dialogues.

Now the problem arises with the writing. The movie could've easily been a crisp - nail biting thriller but somehow it seems like the writers felt compelled to add unnecessary emotional sub plots that totally hinders the viewing experience. Instead they could have spent more time in some character building to the female lead.

The music is barley noticeble. Overall, it's still a decent try which could have been much better.

The Diplomate movie is a breath of relief for bollywood and audiance (with brain of course).

The whole non-twisted presentation of a true story with occasional attempts of creating goosebumps is very appreciable to me.

The non- grand masala formula is justified to yield a meaning ful cinema to the viewers.

Acting is okay. Direction is also adequate.

The cinematography and Editing is approximately working for the motive of storytelling.

Thar patriotic song are good. Background music is being beautifully used giving sound experience of exact narration of intensity and sincerity of the scenes. Without torturing your ears!

I would like to recommend this movie.

A movie with this type of story is usually made into a big mass action film, this however takes a different turn, the film keeps the story realistic and displays the story without any over the top action or intense scenes.

Something like this was missing from John Abraham's last film VEDAA, John Abraham plays the normal character of a diplomat and that's that, in fact John Abraham is not even included in any action scenes, he's just a diplomat.

The film doesn't intensify itself but still maintains curiosity in the viewer's mind, we all know the ending, but how is it gonna occur that's the main question and that's where the film exceeds.

The acting performance are very good for the main characters, John Abraham feels in place alongside Sadia Khateeb who has given justice to her character.

The background score feels week but the film itself manages to maintain itself without the need of background music helping the story feel more intense.

Overall a great watch, more films like this should exist.