Writer-Director Amit Roy's 'Running Shaadi' rests on an interesting premise & makes pretty good use of it. Warm & Lighthearted, this underrated Rom-Com is a pleasant surprise, that also benefits from the fine performances by its talented cast.
'Running Shaadi' Synopsis: Two friends, Ram Bharose and tech genius Cyberjeet, create a website that helps lovers to elope. The site is an instant hit; young couples line up for the opportunity to escape strict families and run away with the ones they love. But Bharose ends up in a fix when Nimmi, his lady-love, decides to elope with him against her disapproving family.
'Running Shaadi' talks about the serious issue of how young couples in India face numerous troubles by their whacked up families, who compare people from caste, to religion to rich to poor. Its a burning issue that exists very much even today. But, 'Running Shaadi' tackles this issue with a humorous approach, resulting into a likable narrative, that always stays easy to absorb.
What works for the film is the Nicely Written Screenplay by Navjot Gulati & Amit Roy himself, who bring out a story worth telling & even the characters, be it the leads of the supporting players, appear real. The setting in Punjab appears realistic & the goings-on swing by without any major bump. Sure, the Writing in the second-hour could've been tighter, but then again, the Writing never loses pace or makes you lose interest. Roy's Direction, too, deserves brownie points. He's churned out a likable Rom-Com, that tackles a relevant issue without ever getting preachy. Cinematography & Editing are crisply done. Art & Costume Design are decent. Music by Various Artists, is a mixed bag.
Performance-Wise: Amit Sadh is in excellent form as Ram Bharose. The actor enacts the timid yet helpful protagonist with genuine feeling. Taapsee Pannu is lovable as the rebellious yet adorable Nimmi. The on-screen chemistry of Sadh & Pannu, is infectious. Arsh Bajwa as Cyberjeet, enacts his part a bit too up the nose. Of the supporting cast, the always terrific Brijendra Kala does wonders as Bharose's amusing mama.
On the whole, 'Running Shaadi' is a good watch. Watch It!
