Mubarakan

Brainless but entertaining typical Punjabi comedy. It is a onetime watch. I find here many reviews who expect logic or direction in this film. I think acting of anil kapoor was awsum. Like in Indian comedy movies a confusion chaos is created and that creates humor, so here also same.

I saw this movie in the second week when rating on IMDb was already 5.3 and critics too had given it a lukewarm response. I tried using the ratings and reviews as an excuse to not watch the movie but saw it because my brother was really keen.

I came out pleasantly surprised after thoroughly enjoying the 2.5 odd hours of the movie. Sure, it drags at a couple of points during drama moments, but the movie offers plenty of laughs, and that is what my entire expectation from a comedy is.

There are some loose ends in the plot but to not allow a comedy movie some leeway is anyway an incorrect expectation.

Maximum screen time is divided between Anil and Arjun Kapoor who both do a very good job. The actresses don't offer much but that's also because the characters didn't need to have any depth and neither were they carrying the burden of pulling off the jokes.

I could have lived without a couple of songs but that's it, other than that I'm stumped as to why it's been reviewed poorly here. It's got a 7.6 on Bookmyshow which is closer to what I believe is the real merit of the movie

Lets get the critics out of the way. You have a family, you like comedy , go ahead and watch this. Its a cute and funny movie, Anil Kapoor is a gem and Arjun kapoor does a good job as well. Pavan Malhotra was hilarious in scenes. The Movie overall is a family watch and is extremely funny. It doesn't have much in the plot apart from the wedding confusion but then again when does bolloywood have plots regularly. Just Watch this hilarious movie.

9/10.

So here's the thing. If you enjoy movies like Welcome, No Entry, or Singh is Kinng you'll get a kick out of Mubarakan. Remember that if you decide to watch it. Anees Bazmee who directed all of these films brings a crazy tale of misunderstandings in a mad Punjabi family to life and it's a, surprisingly, funny ride.

Karan and Charan are twin brothers who grew up with a separate aunt and uncle in London and Punjab respectively and are as different as can be. It's all fun and games until it's time to get married…

Karan is in love with Sweety. Sweety with Karan. Karan's mother hates Sweety. Charan is in love with Nafisa. Nafisa is Muslim. Charan's father doesn't approve. Karan is setup to marry Binkle. Charan meets her instead. Charan now loves Binkle. Binkle's family hates Charan. Karan gets engaged to Binkle. Charan gets engaged to Sweety. Nafisa is furious. And then there's Kartar Mamoo/Chachoo who is aware of the kids' dilemma and tries to help only causing further confusion. Did you think the movie would make sense? Of course it doesn't but don't worry because it's all part of the fun.

The first fifteen minutes or so of the film are clunky as characters and relationships are established. Push through because the real mazaa starts when Kartar begins scheming and the movie takes off. As mentioned before this is a comedy about misunderstandings and miscommunication. The humor is clean and never crude or offensive which keeps things family friendly. It's also of the situational variety and often bizarre but this is where Anees Bazmee excels. You'll laugh but also scratch your head wondering why people can't have a normal conversation. They can't. Get over it.

Arjun Kapoor does a good job especially as Karan. The body language and facial expressions are well executed. The horror of his last film (Half Girlfriend) is almost forgotten. Almost. Ileana D'Cruz brings a certain charm to Sweety and pairs nicely with Arjun. Athiya Shetty is completely wasted. Neha Sharma, credited as a guest appearance, has more to do and say than Athiya. The supporting players are well cast. Ratna Pathak Shah is a treat to watch, as usual. The real star, however, is Anil Kapoor. His comic timing brings the house down and he excels even when the plot stagnates. Mr. Kapoor's performance alone is worth the price of a ticket.

If you know what you're getting into Mubarakan is a wild and laugh-out-loud funny ride. Don't overthink it and you won't be bored. It's a little long and at least one song could've been chopped off but there are enough moments that will bring a smile to your face. Mubarak to the Kapoor chacha and bhatija, I was entertained.

A Sikh uncle tries to get his twin nephews married to their sweethearts against all the odds and last minute confusions. Perhaps it sounds much like a plot burrowed from "Houseful" series. But believe me, it has its own style and leaves the crudeness of "Houseful" franchise and is built as a clean family entertainer. Well, it's not a work of originality or of a tremendous caliber; but it's still good in its way and grips till the end though the beginning seems a bit loose and gets a bit dragging in its second half. The real life uncle and nephew plays the same in the movie with Arjun Kapoor a bit adequate in his roles but Anil Kapoor steals the show. Go for it with less expectation, you won't be dissappointed.

Rating: 2 stars out of 4