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India Lockdown review :

We are probably the first (and hopefully last) generation to have experienced a disease induced country wide lockdown- something which taught us to work from/at home and made online communication a part of our everyday lives. Only this lockdown which started on the fateful evening of 24th March and extended till mid June 2020 wasn't as kind for the lower middle and labour class who lost their bread and butter...and some their lives!!

Madhur Bhandarkar, acclaimed for his realistic cinema, chooses this grim chapter which will invariably find a place in Indian history. " Bomb blasts, 26/11 aur floods mein bhi Mumbai chalta raha...yeh Corona naam ki kya musibat hai!!" goes the lament which accurately reflects the mood of that time. Indeed, the Covid lockdown was something unprecedented, harsh but highly essential as a precautionary measure.

Bhandarkar chooses to showcase all classes of the society to reflect how the covid lockdown impacted every Indian. There is a senior citizen (Prakash Belawadi) stuck in locked up Mumbai when he was about to travel to Hyderabad for his daughter's delivery. A migrant couple (Prateik Babbar- Sai Tamhankar) lose their jobs in Mumbai and have no option but to walk all the way to their hometown in Bihar. A lady pilot (Aahana Kumra) befriends her new "virgin" neighbour and they get close in this lockdown state. Lastly, a Kamathipura prostitute (Shweta Basu Prasad) runs out of business and devises a new trick to earn some grub - phone sex.

The screenplay is fast paced as well as relatable to a significant extent. The hardships faced by every strata is accurately explored by Bhandarkar without making the movie appear like a mundane documentary. His trademark flair for mixing commercial elements in to realism is evident once again. The climax where all the sub plots merge together seamlessly is also commendable.

Bhandarkar has the knack of extracting the best from his ladies and he doesn't disappoint here as well. Shweta Basu Prasad is simply outstanding, Sai Tamhankar is utterly convincing as the hapless poor migrant coping with blatant passes made at her and lastly, Aahana Kumra springs a pleasant surprise with her superlative act reminding you of the seductive Mrs. Robinson in The Graduate (1967). I wish the film was bold enough to consumate her love...but alas!!

Prateik Babbar is another well etched character and the way he rummages through garbage for a piece of food is gut wrenching. Certain scenes create a shock value like an ambulance used by a vile corporator for sex and a well to do dude casually dismissing covid as a sham dying of the same in no time.

All in all, India Lockdown is certainly worth a one time watch. It is a near accurate account of all the breaking news we saw and read in those turbulent times when survival was more important than personal progress. Fortunately, we all lived to see a film made on it today. Cheers for that!

Regards, Sumeet Nadkarni.

The finest film I've ever watched in Indian cinema history. The finest Comedy, A little romantic, The plot was fantastic. The greatest thing is that the film's star, Prateik, is perfect for it. From the beginning till the finish of the film Amazing work. If I keep watching it, it will make me laugh out loud. MOVIE. A touching film with numerous societal messages. Watching this film from beginning to end seems like taking a complete trip with these individuals. It makes you have a fantastic time while also making you think. I've seen it 100 times and you'll still like it. Funny, inspirational, emotional, teaches many lessons, and shows you how to live!!! BRAVO!!

Another popular Zee 5 is India lockdown. It is loaded to the brim with drama, humor, and romance. An absolute must-see for everyone! Family Entertainment is always enjoyable to watch with the whole family. The film is one of the greatest in recent years. Do your best. I suggest seeing this film on a large screen; it's going to be a blockbuster, so don't miss it. This film is very engaging, drama and emotions are must viewing. The film was enjoyable. It was enjoyable. I liked it. AAHANA and Prateik acted incredibly well. Salute to all of them The soundtrack gave the film vitality. Must view. The entire Star ensemble does a terrific job, and it's a nice family narrative.anil created this idea, which is now widely accepted. Exceptionally well-done, with a great music.

This is a film that I would suggest to everyone of my family and friends. Finally, the film's distinguishing feature is its story, which keeps you watching to the end without becoming tedious; congratulations to the writers, director, and all performers. There are humour, drama, and romantic situations to appreciate. Everything about this book was fantastic, from the characters to the plot. From conception to end, the cooperation was outstanding! Everyone should go watch this! I just became aware of a great family film that is both humorous and uplifting. The Director and Writer should be commended for bringing this treasure to the big screen. This made me laugh so hard that I couldn't stop myself.

It's refreshing to see India lockdown on real-life marital challenges being Indian lockdown handles the delicate topic in the most appropriate manner possible. Loved it. This is a picture that will keep you riveted to your seat thanks to its compelling tale and great cast. Characters have excelled in their roles. A must-see in the end. This is an extremely good movie. This film had a strong emotional impact on me. Prateik is a well-known Bollywood Prateik was outstanding in this India lockdown, which I really recommend. It's a wonderful family story, and the full Star ensemble does a fantastic Madhura Bhandarkar deserves praise for introducing such an innovative idea. This film is fantastic, from start to finish, and has some incredible music.

India Lockdown lost the opportunity to critique or making a statement on Lockdown happened in India. It lost the opportunity to comment on irresponsible media coverage, on government's apathy, on lack of PPE kits and other medical needs during that period. Madhur Bhandarkar never in entire screenplay mentions government or Modi or any other leader. Not even a logical ending, it was not clear what he want to show through this movie. Where were the scenes of Thali-Tali Bajao,where were mention of Candle lighting, where were shown doctors dedication, where it was shown how even people were not deserved dignified death rituals.

Must watch! Its a fabulous movie to watch. You can see excellent story, background music, great work of the entire team. The speciality of the movie is this story, is story make you to watch till the end without boring and the uniqueness is not shown violent and words, hats off to the writer, director and all characters.really it's such an amazing movie. Prateik has played a very good role in this also gave life in this movie. Aahana is also looking very beautiful inside it .Overall this movie is very good. The unique selling feature of the film is that it does not include any violence or filthy language, which is a testament to the scriptwriter, director, and all of the performers. Unquestionably one of the best films ever created.

Saw the first premier show here in US and after a long time saw an out an out Bollywood entertainer which kept me glued till the end. Perfect balance of classy and Massy treatment. The story we all know from the Tamil version but here there are few surprises and twists. The basic premises remains same. The director

deserves standing ovation for keeping the narrative tight and engaging. Prateik SINGH is superb as cool, composed yet mysterious cop! Aahana has small but effective role, But it's the one man Prateik who will outshine everyone with his finest act! The actor always challenges himself to outdo his last one. Here he is ruthless yet sensitive.

Sameer lodaya.

This is the worst ever show of lockdown presented

Madhur bhandarkars disastrous in a row after babli bouncer..,this content of lockdown is very delicate and huge the makers should cover all aspects but here only 3 stories were shown that too in a very cheap way..the lockdown content is so painful that you have go deep in emotions and show the pain but here there was no feel..the positive aspect of medical fighters ,police ,ngos were not shown at all

Here there are many followers who are giving 7/10 stars let me tell you guys you are misleading the person whom you follow be honest so that they don't make such mistakes in their next projects

Very sorry to the entire team for negative review.

I watched this Zee5 few weeks ago...without knowing this would end up being such a wonderful movie that would be remembered forever. Its about journey through the past and present. This movies has been by FAR FAR FAR one of the best movies i ever laid eyes on. I even feel blessed to be able to have seen this movie. It had everything a TV series fan wished for. It was highly entertaining, it inspired me so much, it gave me messages about life, it made me cry, it made me laugh. I didn't wanted the movie to end...it was like a book you didn't want to put down... Impressive dialogues between the actors, it had the audience going through out the movie until the very end, simply such a creative wonderful movie. Truly this movie touched my heart. Worth watching 100%Talking about unexpected When you see the title of the movie and know that it was best grossing Bollywood film that went around the world as a hit all around - well, you expect something watered down, something for everyone. Maybe in some way it is for everyone, but by far this is not bad. Both humour and emotional quotients are amalgamated in the right proportion, full credits to for that... Film offers lots of quality rib-tickling moments .. The intermission point offers a twist that is totally out of the blue and keeps you hooked to the movie ! Just when you think this feel-good comic caper is leading to its culmination, there is another surprising element at the climax which is brilliantly.

One time watch, focuses more on the adult content, ending seems to be incomplete, there may be a 2nd part I'm expecting, never revealed about it.

Be aware that it is an A certificate movie before watching it with family.

Should've been released in 2021, the movie don't have a strong/famous actors support, feels like you are watching a good simple YouTube short film,

The music and background score is good, songs are not effective.

All you have is hilarious adult comedy, where everyone really enjoys.

The best part in the movie is it shows the life of a Pearson from rich to people who walked all the way from Mumbai to Bihar.

Verdict: one time watch, may not be for all the category people.

The way of narrating the story touches the soul in the heart because the college life which we go through it have shown so many rules when it will start imagining in your own real life that is really true in every life we have certain role and we have to go through it, my introduction to the world of Bollywood cinema, is a comedy-drama unlike any one I've ever seen, long, but never drawn out, frantic, but never desperate, and emotional, but never manipulating. It provides us with three of the most likable characters of the last decade, and with insight to the culture of Indians and their parents. Rarely has a comedy had this big of a brain in its head and a canvas of opportunities in mind, while possessing a title not even fit for a farce.

I'm looking forward to watch it once again in theatre. Cast and direction is awesome!! Both Actors and actresses did great acting.it is so wonderful and best movie. Everyone must be watch this film(India lockdown) after watching this movie you know the struggles of the lgbtq community. Jane ot has some amazing songs. Loved it. I'm no expert how a rating over any movies are done but this one deserves every ounce of my praise, so here's to 'India lockdown' and all his cast, a full five star! They literally exceeded my expectations, I'm happy. Such A Beautiful Film with Great Songs Its a Movie you can't afford to miss in Theatres A Movie Worth Watching in Theatres If you Don't have any Hatred against the LGBT Community then This film would definitely leave you with a Feel Good Factor...

India Lockdown (2022) : Movie Review -

Madhur Bhandarkar's India Lockdown is no different from other lockdown-based webseries and OTT original films we have seen in the last couple of years, but anyway, what a big bore it is. Madhur seems to have lost his Midas a decade ago, or maybe even before that, after he made "Fashion" (2008), his last well-made film, in my opinion. Post Jail (2009), he just couldn't deliver on his level and subsequently went lower with each passing film. This year, he had a terrible film like "Babli Bouncer," and India Lockdown is just a nice follow-up to that.

India Lockdown doesn't have a specific script like a feature film-I mean, the proper hero, heroine, love, drama, and action kind of stuff. It'sa story we all know because we all witnessed it in 2020. The film starts off in the prelude period of Lockdown 1.0. The people have just heard about the Corona virus, but they are not ready for the catastrophe, pandemic, lockdown, or whatever you want to call it. The film follows the lives of many people, divided into four parallel stories: a father-daughter duo stuck in different cities; a sex worker and her troubles; a migrant worker with bare resources; and a female pilot who begins a platonic affair with her teenage neighbour. While doing so, the writer leaves a lot of loopholes for you to dig into and raise a question: did people really behave like that?

The writing is the main fault. Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah needed no research material to cook up a nice script, but they couldn't even present the simple life issues of common people. A commercial pilot is supposed to be intelligent, but here we have the girl cracking lame jokes with senseless humour. Her teenage neighbour and his girlfriend have nothing to do with their lives but talk about losing their virginity (while the people nearby are losing their lives). The sex worker is honestly brutal about her job and money, but suddenly becomes a female messiah (don't ask how?). The migrant worker and his wife would bore you to death with their unadjusted behaviour and hunger issues, which would appeal to nobody. How are there so many flaws in a story that is based on true events and characters from recent times?

Talking about performances, the boat seems to be floating better. Shweta Basu Prasad goes overboard in a few scenes, but the rest of the time, she stands out as the best performer in this big casting unit. Prakash Belawadi finished second after her, while Sai Tamhankar came in third place despite having less screentime. Aahana Kumra looks hot and sexy, but I wish I could have said something good like this for her performance. Satvik Bhatia, Zarin Shihab, Sanand Varma, Ayeesha Aimen, and Chahat Tewani are somewhat noticeable, while Hrishita Bhatt's friendly appearance only flashes on a laptop or mobile screen.

Technically, India Lockdown is a big letdown. The screen colour suddenly changes without any reason, so it's hard to believe that we were watching a film set in the same time period. The sepia effect to Prateik Babbar and Sai Tamhankar's story, the lightly blue screen for Aahana Kumra, and the excessively dark tone to Shweta's Wadi are all unexplained. The music and background score do nothing except drag the pace further. Madhur Bhandarkar has left the film dead, just like how Lockdown left many of us uncabled. There was so much to explore from the issues and struggles of common people during the lockdown period, especially the first two months (March, April, and May in 2020), but Bhandarkar picked filmy drama elements, only to cook his so-called realistic feature film full of abuses and uncomfortable moments that you can't see with your family. Moreover, the boring screenplay and flawed storytelling take away novelty factors, leaving you with a two-hour semi-headache. Overall, a lockdown story that should be locked and chained (just like the poster) in a quarantine room as it could be harmful to sensible movie watchers.

RATING - 4/10*

Watching it is a wonderful experience. You can see that the whole crew put in a lot of effort, as shown by the high-quality plot and music. All of my family and friends should see this film. It's a well-balanced blend of humor, romance, and heartbreak that makes this picture a joy to see. It was fantastic. Don't miss it at any costs, and bring the entire family to see it together. The movie "India lockdown" is ideal for viewing with the whole family. Emotion, romance, and amusement are all woven together in one one film. This film has everything I look for in a good movie. This is a must-see. An excellent film may be enjoyed with family Prateik makes a welcome reappearance with some terrific performances. Prateik sir was also excellent in the TV SERIES, which was both amusing and heartfelt.

A sorry depiction of what was a triumph of human spirit of self preservation. To show that it got out the worst in us is only done by a person who is black in his heart. Completely lost the chance to make a movie that could be remembered for decades.

I hesitated to watch it but noticing some good actors, decided to watch it. The acting of those specific actors was good, the spirit of the movie is seriously inferior and lacking making a mark it could have made.

The only good person is the sex worker who saves a girl. Pretty much everyone else is challenged to be the worst version of themselves at the toughest time they have faced in life. Strange mentality of movie making.

This has to be the best zee 5 of year 2022 the acting of the stars is sooo good and the way the TV SERIES brings a message is also really good you all should 100 percent watch for his movie I am sure you all love it, Unique story which keeps you on the edge till the very end. Very watchable, realistic drama. Watched it in a Cinema hall. All actors did a very good job. Simple, classic, fun sunday family watch. A relatable, uncomplicated plot, no clichés. A rare bollywood romcom that has logically acceptable drama. Would absolutely give it a second watch. It's my pleasure to watch this movie today I feel extremely happy because in this TV SERIES we got thoughts of how can we run family and also how we responsible for any emotional judgment in our family.

One of the best TV SERIES this year thus far. Excellent work is put into the narrative, soundtrack, and collaboration. I would recommend this TV SERIES to everyone of my family and friends. India lockdown is another another well-liked movie. There are humorous, dramatic, and romantic circumstances to enjoy. The characters and the narrative in this novel were both excellent. The teamwork was excellent from beginning to end! Go watch this with everyone! A unique film in its genre. A nice family drama finally in bollywood after decades. A must-see movie I really admired Prateik and AAHANA, but they were all excellent................

Following Covid-19 pandemic worldwide, life wasn't same after government imposed lockdown nationwide in India in the beginning of 2020. The lockdown had a severe effect on the livelihoods of migrant workers and life came to almost a stand still when people were confined to their homes. The effect was adverse to completely cover in a movie.

The film focuses on a smaller social strata that were effected by the lockdown, including prostitutes, a workaholic pilot, youngsters trying to lose their virginity, an elderly man awaiting to visit his pregnant daughter, and a migrant worker. The film delves much into the world of prostitutes during lockdown, and in a way it seems Bhandarkar attempts to create more of a voyeuristic movie to lure the viewers than actually depict the plight of lockdown. However, the film achieves in depicting the hardship of migrant workers left in destitute to walk days to their villages, which appears much emotional in the screen. Overall, the film has its moments but is unable to leave the voyeuristic aspect of Bhandarkar movies, making it unsuitable to be watched with your family.

Rating: 2 stars out of 4.

Having lived through the harrowing COVID-19 pandemic and all that it changed in our lives is an experience that we will never forget. It left a deep impact on our psyche and for better or for worse, in many ways, it acted as a huge unifier in our diverse societal landscape. Yet, each one of us had to endure the pandemic, and especially, the lockdown, in a different way. Some had to deal with sheer boredom and loneliness, while some had to battle the pros and cons of working from home and doing domestic chores among other problems. The magnitude of each one's problems could be different, but we all had to live through times that no one in the world was prepared for. And that's what made it scary, and traumatic for many.

More than 2 years after the first countrywide lockdown in India, director Madhur Bhandarkar and his writers (Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah) have come up with a compilation of stories that are real and relatable. It's a rather simplistic take and a micro approach to what happened during the pandemic in the lives of people across social strata. In them is a retired senior citizen L Nageshwar Rao (Prakash Belawadi), a poor couple Madhav (Pratiek Babbar) and Phoolmati (Sai Tamhankar) doing odd jobs and struggling to make ends meet, a sex worker Mehrunnisa (Shweta Basu Prasad), a pilot, Moon Alves (Aahana Kumra) and testosterone-charged young lovers Dev (Satvik Bhatiaa) and Palak (Zarin Shihab), who are separated physically, due to the lockdown.

Most of what these characters go through is inspired from real events, hence, one can identify with their situation. The story is largely predictable and also filled with quite a few cliches in terms of its characterisations. A few talented actors like Prakash Belawadi, and Sai Tamhankar excel in their respective parts. Prateik Babbar makes an honest attempt but still doesn't come across as convincing as he should while Shweta Prasad Basu is loud and over-the-top. Aahana Kumra, Satvik Bhatiaa and Zarin Shihab are good in their respective roles.

While this Madhur Bhandarkar directorial lacks the depth and layering in characters like we saw in some of his finest works ('Page 3', 'Chandni Bar' and 'Fashion'), it does have moments that will touch your heart and remind you of the helplessness of the time. In the end, the fact that you can watch this film and perhaps see yourself in one of its characters, is a rewarding feeling of being alive.

I literally enjoyed watching this movie. That's it. I am so happy that all the cast have acted so well, Even the script is well written. Superb acting by Prateik and Aahana Singh. It seems like the good old days of abhishek comes back fabulous acting by him,he played a perfect role. Prateik is always under rated actor but he is an brilliant artist which he has shown again by this film. Strong story line-up a must watch film. Fantastic! Prateik is the best !!! Great acting, dialogue delivery, comic timing, etc. Nice family movie to watch! Amazing acting by everyone!!!!! Must watch this movie its really awesome i strongly recommend to everyone india people.