MapsofIndia.com/MyIndia.in Rating: 3/5
Director: Farhad Samji
Plot
Salman Khan’s character Bhaijaan is well-liked in his neighbourhood, where he is regarded as the most eligible bachelor. As a local hero, he fights to protect his village from corrupt officials and mafia bosses who seek to rule the area for their gain. However, despite his best efforts, Bhaijaan’s three brothers lack motivation and appear to live for no other reason than to sing his name. However, they devise a scheme for Bhaijaan to wed and meet Pooja Hegde’s character Bhagya. Bhagya initially hesitates to address him as “Bhaijaan,” but she soon develops feelings for the compassionate man who is also a formidable fighter. The movie tells a traditional Bollywood tale of love, family, and the power of community, with Salman Khan playing the quintessential hero who will stop at nothing to protect those he loves.
Performances
The portrayal of Salman Khan in Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan is renowned for the ease with which the actor portrays his role, particularly during the action and dancing scenes. His performance only had a minor total impact. On the other hand, Pooja Hegde excels in her role as Bhagya, a beautiful blend of amusement, humour, charm, and emotions. She displays all of these characteristics and more with ease, making her stand out in the movie. Additionally, Daggubati Venkatesh performs admirably, and his crucial scene near the end is noteworthy. Vijender Singh’s performance suffers since the music could be more exciting and interesting, while Jagapathi Babu’s presence always lights up the screen. The supporting cast comprises Raghav Juyal, Bhumika Chawla, Jassie Gill, Siddharth Nigam, Rohini Hattangadi, Satish Kaushik, Shehnaaz Gill, Palak Tiwari, and Vinali Bhatnagar. All lend able support. However, some of them get overshadowed because of their limited screen time.
Analysis
The movie being examined is a remake of the 2014 Tamil film Veeram, which Siva wrote. Farhad Samji, Sparsh Khetarpal, and Tasha Bhambra wrote the screenplay to set the remake apart from the original. The film’s storyline was created to honour Salman Khan’s superstardom and is a classic action Salman Khan film. However, a significant problem with the movie is its overemphasis on Salman Khan’s star power and its use of repetitious scenes. The writing relies too heavily on the audience’s devotion to the actor, and the action sequences are implausible. The film’s use of jingoism and exploitation of women is also alarming. While Farhad Samji’s efforts to add a new dimension to the script may be appreciated, the excessive focus on Salman Khan’s star power takes away from the movie’s overall quality. Despite this, Salman Khan’s fans may still enjoy the film’s typical Salman Khan-style action sequences and larger-than-life persona.
Final Verdict
Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan is a film targeted towards Salman Khan’s fans. The film is a typical entertainer with lots of dancing, singing, and action. It follows the same formula as most of Salman Khan’s productions. Therefore it might be different for everyone’s taste. Although it’s a fun movie, people seeking something deeper or more thought-provoking might find it boring.
