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Appu is a 4K animated movie directed by Prosenjit Ganguly, Ajay Velu, and Archisman Kar. The movie's objective is to spread awareness about animal poaching.

Appu Movie Review

Appu Movie Review Hindi Movie Review
Review for the film " Appu"
Runtime: 01 Hour 32 Minutes
Certificate: U
Released: 19-04-2024
3.8 / 5.00
3.56 / 5.0

Appu is a 4K animated movie directed by Prosenjit Ganguly Bio coming soon... >> Read More... , Ajay Velu Bio coming soon... >> Read More... , and Archisman Kar. The movie's objective is to spread awareness about animal poaching. The cast includes many unrecognized voice actors, such as Jasleen Singh Bio coming soon... >> Read More... , who voices the character of Appu, a 6-year-old elephant calf possessing magical powers. Samay Thakkar lends his voice as Appu’s father, while Prosenjit Ganguly lends his voice as the dog Tiger, a pet dog abandoned by his owners. Sonal Kaushal voices Neena, an 8-year-old girl who has been a victim of child labor but somehow managed to escape and is now a fugitive. Manoj Pandey voices Don, the head of the poachers, who resembles ‘Gabbar’. Rupa Bhimani has lent her voice as Thathi, a mentor of the elephant head.

Plot

The story opens in a dense jungle, where Appu, a baby elephant lives with his family and friends. Suddenly one day a group of poachers bombards the jungle and abducts Appu’s father. When Appu got to know about the abduction of his father by the poachers, he geared himself up to rescue his father. On his journey, he meets Tiger, a dog with an implausible nose that helps Appu fulfill his mission, and Neena, who plays an important role in the squad as she knows her ways about the jungle and the poachers' hideaways. Appu somehow learns that they have taken his father to the mountains and they plan to proceed toward the mountains. Will Appu and his team succeed in their mission? Will they be able to drive the poachers out of the jungle? The rest of the story revolves around their efforts to achieve these goals.

Star performance

Jasleen Singh who played the character Appu, did a significant and incredible performance in the movie. His playful conduct and mischievous stunts fascinate young hearts. When Appu implants on a heroic journey, discovering his inner power and unflagging determination to safeguard his family and species. Sonal Kaushal's portrayal of Neena, a brave and adventurous girl, was also commendable. Prosenjit Ganguly as Tiger, a dog played decent as well. We can say that the crew has done an amazing job in successfully pulling up the story and the message that the movie intends to convey. Moreover, the voice artists breathed life into the characters with their amazing performances.

Analysis

Appu, an 8-year-old elephant, possesses magical powers and unusual strength. He embarks on a critical journey across the ocean and an impenetrable forest to save his father from the grip of poachers. At its essence, Appu embodies heroism and fearlessness, setting an example for every child. The Intelligent dog, Tiger, the adventurous girl Neena, and the brave elephant calf Appu set a prodigious example of brotherly friendship who endured battle against the poachers valiantly. The movie communicates a powerful message about the importance of protecting wildlife, The filmmakers shed special focus on the seriousness of poaching and how elephants are hunted to sell their tusks in the international black market. The movie is capable of instilling protectiveness and tutelage in the hearts of its young audience.

What’s There?

  • Attracting animations
  • Love for friends, families and communities

What’s Not There?

  • Unimpressive vocabulary

Verdict

The animation, the background music, the characters, the voice-over, everything fits in the movie perfectly. The background music and choice of words in the second half can be a bit boring, despite this overall the movie offers a good pack of entertainment and lessons.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Appu"?

Comedy, Drama, Family, Animation


Who directed "Appu"?

Ajay Velu, Prosenjit Ganguly


What is the duration of "Appu"?

01 Hour 32 Minutes


When was "Appu" released?

19-04-2024

Cast & Crew


Who plays the lead role in "Appu"?

Rajesh Kava, Arjan Bajwa


Who is the supporting cast in "Appu"?

Prosenjit Ganguly, Samay Raj Thakkar, Malavika Shivpuri, Rupa Bhimani

Storyline


What is the plot of "Appu"?

Plot revolves around Comedy, Drama, Family, Animation, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


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

3.8


What are the audience ratings for "Appu"?

3.56

Additional


Is "Appu" suitable for all ages?

No, it's rated U

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