Reeta Sanyal

Akdom bakwas series hai...too lengthy and impractical. The court scenes, the investigations, crime scene areas, every single thing is so childish. Such a waste of time and internet. I don't understand why is hotstar allowing such productions. They used to maintain some class earlier now every other day there are some new hotstar specials and everything is full of rubbish. There was a time when series like special ops released, and now all this rubbish. The police is shown to have some supernatural powers to provide evidence and the court scenes are mockery in the name of law. And multiple episodes just stretching the show for nothing.

Reeta Sanyal is a film that thrives on fun, quirkiness, and energy, and at the center of it all is Adah Sharma's electrifying presence. She's not just playing a character-she's living it, making every moment on screen feel spontaneous and engaging. Comedy is not an easy genre, but Adah makes it look effortless, whether it's through her impeccable expressions, her sharp timing, or the little quirks she adds to her role. What's even more impressive is how she manages to keep the audience invested, no matter how lighthearted the scene may be. She's one of those rare actors who can switch between moods without missing a beat, proving that she's not just a pretty face but a powerhouse of talent. Adah's performance is the kind that makes you want to hit the replay button-because every time you watch her, you notice something new to admire.

Following trend is also a trend. But that never means swimming with the tide. This is true that celluloid portrayal of crime thriller is today's craze. But one cannot ignore the significance of the composite word crime-thriller. This means a movie or web series must have the potentiality to thrill the viewers. The primary attraction of those films and web series made on legal battle on crime is to provide thrilling experience to the audience. Mere projection of crimes in an irrational and insensible manner can never be called a movie or the new age incarnation web series.

But What about Abhirup Ghosh directed Reeta Sanyal web series? The content claims action thriller web series. But how can one call Reeta Sanyal web series at all? It has utterly failed or deliberately ignored the basic requirements of cinematic art. This boring visual has failed in all departments. The storyline is not only weak and incoherent but there is enough reason to doubt whether this can be called a story at all. Naturally, it is next to impossible to find out the plot and genre in this so-called web series. Similarly, Reeta Sanyal is certainly one of the worst contents depicting courtroom in Indian cinema. This rather proves the level of declined creative bankruptcy. Same is true in case of direction and choreography of this. It has failed to ensure minimum standard.

The rest of the damage has been ensured by the actors and actresses seem as if they are yet to get ready for the first shot in a cinema. The reputed names like Adah Sharma, Manik Papneja and others seem in a mood of rehearsal during the entire web series. Except Rahul Deb, nobody seemed to be having the least sense of acting and cinema. How such unprofessional persons think of film making? This question is very relevant. This is beyond imagination that the performance of some can be so poor at this level. Really, miserable experience.

But this is hard to believe that they are ignorant of this. They cerainly knew that the content has no merit. Now see the tactical approach. After much hypes when the time came to release the web series, it released only the first episode. Total five episodes have been released so far. On 14th October it released episode 1, on 15th episode 2, on 16th episode 3, on 17th episode 4 and on 18th episode 5. The series did not end. However, on 19th and 20th October it released no episode. This seems a strategy of the Reeta Sanyal web series makers. They tried to befool the audience. They knew that if all the episodes get released on a single day, its popularity graph would drastically drop down. In this age when rating and reviews have become decisive factors to make movie or web series successful or flop, the web series makers did not want to take that risk. But this rather exposes them. They think viewers are fools. However, after the release of 5 episodes, it is evident that the content can't get momentum with such approach. Quality content does not need to build strategy to attract viewers. But can rubbish content attain success in this manner? The message is loud and clear; success needs potentiality and deliberation. There is no short route. This is not important whether the crew of Reeta Sanyal web series admits this. They may or may not. But if film makers try befooling the audience, they will lose the remaining space. In my view Reeta Sanyal is the worst content of 2024 so far. I must say abstain from watching this.

Adah Sharma's performance in Reeta Sanyal is nothing short of brilliant. She has a rare gift for comedy-her expressions, delivery, and natural charm make her a joy to watch. While many actors rely on exaggerated performances to land a joke, Adah's approach is refreshingly organic, making every moment feel spontaneous yet perfectly timed. Her infectious energy ensures that even the quirkiest of scenes never feel overdone. But beyond her comedic prowess, she brings depth to her character, making sure that she's not just there for laughs but to add heart to the story. Adah's range as an actress continues to expand, and with every new project, she proves that she's a dynamic performer who can handle any genre with grace and confidence.

It's a new format to release a 20-episode daily drop series, so I wanted to give it a shot. This approach is clearly designed to bring audiences back to their respective apps daily, and I'm sure it's working for the platforms.

The series is inspired by Amit Khan's series of novels Reeta Sanyal Ke Mukaddamein. It follows the story of a young lawyer who takes on cases against an established legal giant. She doesn't just fight in court but also plays detective, gathering evidence to solve her cases.

While the premise is intriguing, the execution falls short. The concept of dressing up in various avatars to solve cases and then battling it out in court had the potential to be an engaging drama. However, illogical proceedings and childish plot developments make it hard to take seriously. The protagonist, a lawyer, seems to do everything herself-from fighting goons to infiltrating forbidden areas with unreal ease, only to come out unscathed. Her lack of focus on proper investigative processes or scientific evidence in favor of gimmicks makes the series feel silly.

Adah Sharma, unfortunately, is not convincing in the lead role. While she shines in a few scenes, she struggles to carry a character that demands depth and versatility. Insider news, this role was supposedly be played by Hina Khan and she got dropped maybe because of her health reasons. It's fair to assume that Hina might have elevated the series with her performance.

The saving grace is Manik Papneja, who plays Adah's assistant. He delivers a commendable performance, although his screen time is disappointingly limited. Rahul Dev does well as the opposing counsel, but Ankur Rathee, who plays a police officer, is underwhelming. His character is poorly written, functioning more like Adah's assistant than a competent law enforcement officer.

The catchphrase of Reeta Sanyal is funny yet catchy: "Crime ka kaisa bhi ho jaal, solve kar leti hai Reeta Sanyal." The first ten episodes focus on one case and the next ten on another. While the suspense in the first case is decent, Reeta's methods of solving it are juvenile. The second case is even more unrealistic, making the events feel like they're happening in a utopian world.

The title song is a highlight and is effectively used as background music throughout the series. However, Reeta Sanyal's character seems heavily inspired by Vidya Balan's Bobby Jasoos -albeit a far less polished and cheaper version.

Overall, this series is best avoided, even if you're a fan of the genre or the actress.

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