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Airlift will not bring a lump to your throat nor does it make you cry. Then what does it exactly do? IttĀ ells things in a straight-forward manner without any

Airlift Movie Review

Airlift Movie Review Hindi Movie Review
Review for the film " Airlift"
Runtime: 2 Hours 04 Minutes
Certificate: U
Released: 22-01-2016
4 / 5.00
3.48 / 5.0


Airlift will not bring a lump to your throat nor does it make you cry. Then what does it exactly do? IttĀ ells things in a straight-forward manner without any melodrama. But again, it manages to strike the right chord in you. Thatā€™s where the success of the movie lies.

Plot

During August 1990, about 1,70,000 Indians were stranded in Kuwait, which was raided by Iraq. Ranjit Katyal, who likes to see profit in his business, doesnā€™t have any great feeling for his home country, India. Also, he is affluent enough to move away from Kuwait with his wife and daughter. But he doesnā€™t do so. He sees to it that 1,70,000 Indians are also safe.Ā 

Star Performances

Akshay Kumar has delivered a restrained performance. It can very well be said that this is one of his outstanding performances to date. The way in which his character grasps the seriousness of the situation slowly but steadily is shown by Akshay in an exemplary manner. As for Nimrat Kaur Bollywood actress Nimrat Kaur was born on 13th Mar >> Read More... , she has done a convincing job as the wife who also follows suit of her husband, though was initially skeptical about his mission. Prakash Belawadi Prakash Belawadi is a famous Indian journalist, ac >> Read More... is one actor, who should be watched out for, after his sterling performance as a sarcastic man, in Airlift. Purab Kohli Purab Kohli is an Indian model, Video Jockey (VJ) >> Read More... has given a neat performance and speaksĀ a lot with his eyes. Kumud Mishra Kumud Mishra is a well-known name in the arena of >> Read More... , as the dedicated officer in Delhi, does a commendable job.Ā 

Analysis

The tight walk rope for the filmmakers, when they make real life stories, is to see to it that it is neither exaggerated nor melodramatic. Raja Krishna Menon Raja Krishna Menon is a movie writer, director, an >> Read More... , the director of Airlift, succeeds in making a film on an unsung hero. There is a sense of prudence in every scene, and the script is written in a sharp manner. The movie is all about the disgusting effect of military heroics on the common people. At the end, of the movie, we learn that the character Ranjith Katyal is inspired by two men who were instrumental in the biggest military evacuation.Ā 

Whatā€™s there?

  • The movie is gripping all the way.
  • The movie is executed well by the director.Ā 
  • The editing is par excellence.Ā 
  • Unlike most of theĀ Bollywood films, the reality is the hero of Airlift.Ā 
  • Priya Sethā€™s cinematography is commendable.Ā 
  • Comedy is not sprinkled in the movieĀ just for the sake of it.Ā 

Whatā€™s not there?

The second half seems to lack little pace.Ā 

Verdict

The film is engrossing throughout. Watch it and experience its realism.Ā 


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Airlift"?

Thriller, Feature Film, War


Who directed "Airlift"?

Raja Krishna Menon


What is the duration of "Airlift"?

2 Hours 04 Minutes


When was "Airlift" released?

22-01-2016

Cast & Crew


Who composed the music for "Airlift"?

Amaal Mallik, Ankit Tiwari

Storyline


What is the plot of "Airlift"?

Plot revolves around Thriller, Feature Film, War, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "Airlift"?

4


What are the audience ratings for "Airlift"?

3.48

Additional


Is "Airlift" suitable for all ages?

No, it's rated U

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