Ritu's Reviews

Previews bearing strong resemblance to the Matrix, gave the impression that Krrish, the sequel to Koi Mil Gaya, may be a Matrix rehash. Instead of a fresh subject, it seemed to be an excuse for father and son to team up and cash in on their previously earned glory. However to think that Rakesh Roshan would deceive his audiences in such a manner is a faulty and insulting presumption. As with Koi Mil Gaya the entire unit involved with Krrish plunges into tumultuous waters with another questionable theme, subject to audience approval.
Contrary to what it may appear, Krrish is not the Indian Matrix. The only resemblance it holds is in special effects and costume. Besides that, Krrish is actually the story of a super hero; India’s answer to Superman, Batman, and Spiderman all rolled into one. Krrish is a common man growing up for all intensive purposes, in smallville, with extraordinary capability. How he discovers the answers to his uniqueness, the impact of what his strengths can be used to do, and how he can use them without attracting attention directly to himself is what Krrish is all about. In addition its been padded with romance and melodies to ensure the delivery of a well-rounded entertaining package.
Rakesh Roshan earns full points for his adventuresome efforts to provide audiences with something truly unique on a large budget and grand scale. He fails to hesitate when ensuring quality, finesse, and perfection meet the highest of standards in his films. The best of technicians in their respective fields contribute to giving Krrish a high-profile appeal. Cinematography of Kulu Manali is breath taking and Singapore sleek. Action sequences by pro Tony Ching Sui and Sham Kaushal, make for a cool watch full of “ooh’s” and “aah’s”. Music by non other than Rajesh Roshan is soothing, “Pyaar Ki Ek Kahani” is an unquestionable winner. Although the screenplay has a consistent grip on viewers through the second half, the lagging pace of the first half may encourage wandering eyes. As for the script itself, it’s a solid story complete with clearly etched characters, conflict, climax, and an apt conclusion.
Coming to characters, Krrish could not be enacted by any other artist than Hrithik Roshan. He possesses the brave heart, the build, the brains and the blessed looks needed to create an Indian super hero. His winsome aura endears men, women, and children alike. Indeed, this time around the character of Krrish was far easier to enact than that of Rohit from Koi Mil Gaya, the demands required for this role were not so much performance oriented, as they were presence oriented, but to no disappointment he delivers a flawless performance yet again. Putting anyone else in his shoes, the film would have surely failed. Only he could magnetize viewers for the entire duration.
Rekha, wows with her brilliant performance. Naseerudhin Shah adds spunk to his character. Priyanka Chopra is a slight disappointment, not appeasing in looks or acting.
The father son duo jeopardize more than money again, with their reputation to deliver on stake, but when it comes to these two, the odds are usually pretty good. Once you absorb that you’re a watching an Indian film with a super hero theme, you’ll be more open to enjoyment. It is an entertaining watch with the family, to be enjoyed by kids and the kid with in you. Krrish is surely India’s answer to it’s very own super hero. If you are seriously tired of watching the same old slapstick nonsense comedies, frustrated there’s nothing new out there, everything seems like a romantice love triangle, then Krrish is your answer! Stop complaining because Ritu Mahindru applauds the efforts of Krrish with 3 ½ stars.