Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3

I was expecting SBG3 to be a complete turd, and only went because a friend insisted on us seeing it. There are occasionally interesting moments, mainly because of the returning actors - Jimmy Shergill and Mahie Gill - who are comfortable in their roles even if by now the characters have become cardboard conspirators instead of the more nuanced personas of the first film. These are mixed with heaped helpings of non-sequitur and unintentional hilarity. Sanjay Dutt looks like age, plus a lifetime of booze and hedonistic living have addled his brain to the point he has a perennial slur (or perhaps he was drunk throughout the shoot). Chitrangada Singh is seen as a second-fiddle nautch girl character whose accent suggests she studied her mujra craft at Cambridge, or perhaps Yale. Other characters come and go with less-than-basic regard to continuity and coherence, like no one thought to do a second draft on the script or perhaps even wrote it up as they shot on set.

Apart from the leads, the film's casting seems to have been decided based on a "Kahan gaye woh log?" Bollywood trivia quiz so you have appearances from Kabir Bedi, Nafisa Ali and Deepak-fricking-Tijori.

Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3, directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, is the third installment in the series that once promised gripping tales of power, deceit, and passion. Unfortunately, this film struggles to recapture the magic of its predecessors, despite a star-studded cast and an intriguing premise.

Plot Summary The film picks up from where the second installment left off, with the scheming Madhavi Devi (Mahie Gill) now a politician, and Aditya Pratap Singh (Jimmy Sheirgill) still grappling with his diminished royal status. Into this turbulent mix enters Uday Pratap Singh (Sanjay Dutt), a gangster with royal lineage, who brings his own set of ambitions and conflicts.

The plot weaves through themes of revenge, political maneuvering, and personal vendettas, attempting to balance multiple storylines and character arcs. However, the narrative feels overburdened and lacks the coherence and sharpness that made the first two films compelling.

Performances Sanjay Dutt as Uday Pratap Singh brings a rugged charm to the role, but his character lacks the depth and menace needed to make a significant impact. His performance, though earnest, is hampered by weak writing and a lack of substantial character development.

Jimmy Sheirgill continues to portray Aditya Pratap Singh with his trademark intensity, effectively conveying the character's frustration and desperation. His performance remains a highlight, even as the film around him falters.

Mahie Gill as Madhavi Devi is captivating, embodying the role of a manipulative and ambitious woman with finesse. Her portrayal adds layers to the character, making her one of the more engaging aspects of the film.

Chitrangada Singh and Soha Ali Khan offer competent performances, but their characters are underutilized, serving more as narrative devices than fully fleshed-out individuals.

Direction and Cinematography Tigmanshu Dhulia's direction, which was sharp and focused in the earlier films, seems to falter here. The film's pacing is uneven, and the intricate plotting that characterized the series feels muddled. Dhulia's attempt to juggle multiple subplots results in a disjointed narrative that lacks the gripping tension of its predecessors.

The cinematography by Amalendu Chaudhary captures the regal settings and the opulence of the characters' lives, but the visual splendor is not enough to compensate for the film's narrative shortcomings.

Themes and Impact While the film explores familiar themes of power, betrayal, and ambition, it fails to delve deeply into these motifs. The characters' motivations often feel superficial, and the plot twists lack the punch necessary to keep the audience engaged. The film's attempt to blend political drama with personal vendettas results in a convoluted story that never quite finds its footing.

Conclusion Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3 is a disappointing addition to a series that started with such promise. Despite strong performances from its cast, particularly Jimmy Sheirgill and Mahie Gill, the film's weak script and unfocused direction undermine its potential. Fans of the series might find moments of intrigue, but overall, it falls short of the high standards set by its predecessors. For those new to the franchise, this installment is unlikely to inspire a deep dive into the earlier films.

Never expected Tigmanshu Dhulia to make such a disastrous movie. Story was extremely rubbish. I am sure, Jimmy had some contractual obligations to do such a rubbish movie otherwise you don't get to see Jimmy in such bad movies.

Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3. The title has a resonance thanks to the impact that the film's two predecessors had made. Frittering it away on a flimsy Russian roulette-style effort isn't a good idea. So when the team decides to come up with another follow-up - the final moments of this film suggest that the fourth may not be far away - it will have to go all guns blazing. Or not at all.

I missed the poignancy of a lost era, with its lost people, clinging desperately to their fading power, that Dhulia managed to create in the first two films. You can see it in Shergill's ramrod straight figure, and his awareness of the times gone by. You can see it in Gill's playing of the woman scorned, who is both drawn to and repelled by her Saheb: there's lushness in both her figure and feelings, a shared history of rancid love and hate.

The royals of Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3 patronise obscure traditions and look more ancient than a '70s film. It offers nothing other than a niggling ache. It's certainly a question mark on Tigmanshu's otherwise satisfactory filmography.

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