Aap Ka Suroor - The Film ...that should have remained an Album!
If you’ve seen Himesh Reshammiya as a judge on TV or in an interview, you can tell while he’s clearly passionate about music, he’s very private otherwise. Aap Ka Suroor – The Film, provides some insight on Himesh Reshammiya, the musical maestro himself.
Great curiosity looms over Himesh, the man who even with his given success hides beneath a hat and barely ever smiles; clueless when it comes to expressing joy. The mysterious aura that surrounds this man will force many to view the film. Even if you do so, rolling your eyes and shaking your head, in disbelief of your own actions. But it’s only natural to wonder. After all, he’s proven he has the ability to get just about anyone up on the dance floor, so now we see if he can take on the challenge to keep people seated through his 2 ½ hour feature.
It comes as a pleasant surprise that AAP KA SUROOR – the film actually has a storyline and is not just an extended music album from the singer/composer. With a rock star, a murder mystery, a sting operation, a love story, upbeat music, a fresh face, hot Mallika Sherawat, and the sights of Germany the producers try to ensure there is enough to entice audiences. But where they come through with their part, the director and writer do not. Banking off of Himesh’s musical star status (although largely exaggerated in the film) it was a smart idea to develop a story around a rock star and have Himesh play himself. Although the story holds some suspense it doesn’t have the twists and turns to make you sweat. As for the love story it lacks conviction and is very amateur. Little spoofs on Himesh’s habits and antics offer humor. Unfortunately the film is a victim of poor direction. Key details are neglected. With the amount of money spent on this venture, at least cinematography is up to par and Himesh doesn’t disappoint with his music. For Reshammiya fans, be rest-assured the music is up to the mark.
When it comes to acting, it’s a whole new ball game. The music composer is stiff in front of the camera and can’t even play himself naturally! With his limited range of emotions he tries to express and not draw a complete blank. In romantic seems he appears either awkward or angry. Making her debut as a leading lady on the big screen is Hansika Motwani. With a photogenic face, sweet smile, and decent acting, she’ll win hearts. Heart-stopper Mallika Sherawat, enacts a poorly etched character whose shades change abruptly. But to her credit she effortlessly seduces as usual. Misplaced but well done is her Sholay knock off dance to “Mehbhooba o Mehbhooba”. Playing Himesh’s sidekick, as his business partner is Shravan. He brightens up the screen with his jovial character.
AAP KA SUROOR – the film was best left as a music video. Not that anyone was expecting a mountain out of this mole hill, but something worth applauding would have been nice! If anything, it’s perhaps worth a forwarded watch on DVD with Ritu's 1 ½ stars.