Choona

The scriptwriters have masterfully crafted a story that balances drama, humor, and suspense, creating a perfect concoction of emotions that resonates with the viewers. The dialogues are sharp, witty, and impactful, showcasing the writers' understanding of human nature and their ability to capture the essence of complex relationships. The pacing of the story is expertly handled, keeping the audience engaged while allowing the plot to unfold naturally. It's evident that meticulous planning and attention to detail have gone into the writing process, making the series a delightful rollercoaster of emotions.

The strength of "Choona" lies in its diverse and unique characters, each of whom brings their own flavor to the table. From the brooding protagonist to the quirky sidekick, every character is well-developed and multi-dimensional. Their individual story arcs are carefully explored, giving viewers insight into their motivations, fears, and aspirations. This depth of characterization allows the audience to connect with the characters on a personal level, making their triumphs and tribulations all the more impactful. Moreover, the series doesn't shy away from portraying the imperfections of its characters, making them relatable and human.

Another commendable aspect of "Choona" is its great comic timing. Humor is seamlessly woven into the narrative, providing moments of lightheartedness amidst the intense drama. The comedy in the series is organic, arising from the characters' personalities and the situations they find themselves in. The well-timed jokes and witty one-liners not only elicit genuine laughter but also serve to deepen the audience's emotional connection with the characters. The balance between humor and serious themes is struck with finesse, making the viewing experience both entertaining and thought-provoking.

In a landscape overflowing with web series, "Revenge Heist" doesn't bring anything particularly new to the table, but it manages to stay afloat in the sea of mediocrity. While it might not be a masterpiece, it's watchable, making it a passable choice for those looking for some typical Bollywood-style drama.

The story revolves around a corrupt politician who has wreaked havoc in the lives of five to six individuals, and they decide to unite and exact revenge by robbing his colossal 800 crore fortune. The heist itself is disappointingly ordinary, lacking those exciting, out-of-the-box moments that we've come to expect from top-notch thrillers. Instead, it relies heavily on tried-and-tested formulas, offering a dose of predictable drama.

One of the saving graces of "Revenge Heist" is the brilliant performance by Jimmy Shergill. His portrayal of the quintessential Hindi heartland mafia and politician is both convincing and captivating. Panditji and Choona Maharaj also shine with their strong acting chops, adding depth to their respective characters. Bela delivers a commendable performance, and Vishnu's natural acting is a refreshing change. However, the rest of the cast tends to go overboard with their performances, resulting in excessive noise and overacting that can be distracting.

Ultimately, "Revenge Heist" falls into the category of an average OTT series. It might not offer groundbreaking storytelling or mind-bending plot twists, but it does manage to keep you engaged, thanks in large part to Jimmy Shergill's stellar performance. If you're a fan of Hindi heartland dramas and don't mind a somewhat formulaic plot, you'll find "Revenge Heist" to be an okayish choice for a weekend binge-watch.

Those who are saying bad things about web series.. I may agree but there are many things which are good to watch or I can say entertaining.

A sort and simple words review is below.

Shukla and all characters are good and makes it engaging but after a moment you'll feel its boring just because of it's length of some scenes.

They stretched some scenes like they make the web series boring but shukla's dialogues and it's planetary belief makes it intresting. Heist have many twist and turns.. If you like good work.. Watch it.. I liked it.. Shukla makes story a worth watch a lot.

Review of Choona by itsbymayank - Mayank Bharat Bhushan Louteriya.

Story line is good, brings a very good mix of comedy, technology (VR), astrology, politics and in place love story. Comedy is not forced, dialogues are good and all the actors have done a really amazing job. But the true star of the show is Jimmy Shergill. He was always a good actor and few series here and there show his range. This one is another feather to his hat.

Series is loosely made on the book " not a penny less, not a penny more" but has many sensible editions making it India related. In times when it seems like Indian cinema is dying because of lack of good content, nepo actors and missing efforts in general, these low budget, sensible series are holding the fort in terms of content, acting and entertainment.

This is a regular heist show, nothing new or exceptional, but still fun.

The acting talent in this show is fabulous. Jimmy Shergil is a great actor who hasn't really gotten his due yet. This may not do it but he developed his character very well.

The entire team does their bit well. Triloki was my fav and JP was frustrating with his constant negativity - but a really great representation of how people are. Arshad Warsi was a fabulous narrator though at times there was too much narration.

I get that some of the international audiences found the whole representation of astrology a bit much but tbh its not far-fetched at all🙈 I actually know a family that designed their bathrooms based on such advice 😆

The representation of politicians and their greed/grime is so true of several Indian CMs who either build malls in front of slums for money or thug slums in front of malls for vote banks 😁 Overall its a fun watch.

This review is based on watching the audio in the original language without subtitles. A lot of the humour is lost in the translation which often happens.

Also for those who have an issue with the name of the series - choona is a name for lime/whitewash but in slang it also means conning or fooling another!