1 review
As a fan of Marathi cinema, I had high expectations from Ek Daav Bhootacha, especially given its veteran cast that includes stalwarts like Makarand Anaspure and Siddharth Jadhav. However, this movie turned out to be a colossal disappointment on all fronts.
The film heavily misuses the title of the legendary Ek Daav Bhootacha (starring Ashok Saraf and Dilip Prabhavalkar). The original is a classic, filled with wit and charm, while this new version fails to deliver even a fraction of its magic. The story is utterly predictable, a tired rehash of clichés we've seen countless times. It lacks creativity, excitement, and emotional depth.
The direction is subpar, making the film feel like an uninspired slog. Despite the immense potential of actors like Anaspure and Jadhav, their talents are wasted in poorly written roles with no scope for them to shine. It's painful to watch such accomplished artists be part of a movie that gives them nothing to work with.
What's even more disheartening is the negative impact this movie has on the Marathi film industry. Films like this make it harder to bring audiences to theaters and tarnish the reputation of an industry striving to make a mark.
To anyone considering watching this, save your time and money. The movie fails to live up to its title, its cast, or its potential. A real letdown.
The film heavily misuses the title of the legendary Ek Daav Bhootacha (starring Ashok Saraf and Dilip Prabhavalkar). The original is a classic, filled with wit and charm, while this new version fails to deliver even a fraction of its magic. The story is utterly predictable, a tired rehash of clichés we've seen countless times. It lacks creativity, excitement, and emotional depth.
The direction is subpar, making the film feel like an uninspired slog. Despite the immense potential of actors like Anaspure and Jadhav, their talents are wasted in poorly written roles with no scope for them to shine. It's painful to watch such accomplished artists be part of a movie that gives them nothing to work with.
What's even more disheartening is the negative impact this movie has on the Marathi film industry. Films like this make it harder to bring audiences to theaters and tarnish the reputation of an industry striving to make a mark.
To anyone considering watching this, save your time and money. The movie fails to live up to its title, its cast, or its potential. A real letdown.
- chetan02012
- Dec 2, 2024
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