Genre :- Comedy / Drama
Runtime :- 2 hours.
Cast :- Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Arbaaz Khan, Seema Biswas, Amy Jackson, Nikitin Dheer, Jas Arora, Parvesh Ganatra, Asif Basra.
Director :- Sohail Khan
Plot :- Freaky Ali is basically a heroic journey of an under-garment seller, later a debt collector who goes on to become a golfing sensation. But how ? Go see, to find out.
Direction :- Although he has directed quite a films now, yet Khan's direction seems to be a mixture of uncoordinated scenes and there is little to focus on in any of the scenes.
Editing and Cinematography :-
Editing is crisp and fast-paced. There never is a moment where we get bored. The Cinematography by Mahesh Limaye is above average, but not exceptional.
Music :- The music is smooth and pleasant on the ears. The Sufi song, 'Parinda Hai, Parinda Hai', and the qawaali, 'Ya Ali Murtuza', are comfortably installed into the narration. 'Din Me Karengee Jagrata' is visually funny and a treat for the eyes.
And Nawaz. What moves mahn! *Winks*
The Highs -
▶ Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an under rated star, but over the past few years he has managed to develop a cult following amongst the sensible audience with his effortless sense of delivery and smart alecs. And in this movie, he does no different. He carries the film on his shoulders and still shines. *Applauds*
▶ Co-writers Khan and Raj Shaandilya have come up with a modern, fun-filled screenplay that makes the clichéd plot not just bearable but enjoyable. They decided not to waste time explaining the game, but they didn’t compromise when it came to ensuring the swings and putts. So on point.
▶ Sohail Khan deserves a round of applause for spoofing himself of having no talent (Nikitin Dheer is a good-for-nothing gangster named 'Sohail Khan') and getting the golfing bits right. *Bows*
▶ What's the difference between a good and an honest life? This dialogue forms the crux of the movie. And it's good to see how they pulled it off in a more light-hearted and funny manner.
▶ Nawaz’s ‘Chaddi’ monologue and his conversation with a chubby kid at the very beginning is hilarious and makes sure you have a good laugh.
▶ Also, the first half is ridiculously funny and amazing. The situational comedy never fails to tickle your funny bone, especially when Nawaz delivers it.
▶ You also get a glimpse of Ramanna (Sindhi Dalwai from Raman Raghav) in more than one scene -
When Nawaz is seen running behind Arbaaz, trying to hit him with a golf club; when he tries to cut off his hand plaster with a scissor and when he gets mad after losing a match.
The Lows :-
▶ The story is wishy-washy and lacks originality. There is nothing extraordinary in the story that you haven't seen before.
▶ While some dialogues are genuinely funny, there are a few that go under the belt.
▶It would've been wiser if the writers have limited this film to a comic affair.
The unnecessary elements such as match fixing and betrayal is a slight put-off.
▶There is this scene when Seema Biswas stares at an idol of Ganesha and says, “If tomorrow my Ali isn’t able to play, it won’t be his failure, but YOURS!” WTF! Why Bollywood, why? Even Ganesha might be wondering,
"Whaaaaat? What wrong have i done for you to involve ME into all this mess?" Seriously.
Performances -
▶ Freaky Ali brings out an unseen side of the actor that we would love to see more. With this feather in his cap, he proves that no genre is difficult for him and in this full length comic role he is a treat to sore-eyes.
*Claps and whistles*.
▶ Arbaaz Khan's character as Ali's friend Maksood has been copy-pasted from his character 'Makkhi' in 'Dabangg'. Although he does fine, there is nothing new in his characterization and in his acting.
▶ Arvind Parab as the kidnapped old person is too good. He holds his character graph in a very good manner.
▶ Seema Biswas, who plays his foster mom, shines in the emotional scenes but goes over-the-top with her typical Bollywood "Iske paas maa hain" antiques.
▶ Parvesh Ganatra as the side-kick 'Fakroo' justifies his character in every way.
▶ Amy Jackson. Wait. Was there a female lead in the movie I didn't notice? Hmmm. Just kidding. XD
Her only role in the film is to clap for Ali and exclaim, ''Wow Ali, you were too good".
What Sohail? You should've atleast giving her a love song, for that matter. *Chuckles*
PS - Also her overlined lips are downright annoying. *Pffts*
▶ Nikitin Dheer as 'Danger Bhai' tried hard to be a goofy goon, but he seems uncomfortable.
▶ Jas Arora (the cute guy from the music video 'Gur Naal Ishq Mitha') plays an unintentionally funny villain, who is a Golf- champ and loses no opportunity to pick dirt at our Ali. There surely seems a competition of over-acting between Dheer and Arora. And the latter wins hands down. He goes so over the board that even Ali keeps on telling, "Tujhe toh cricket mei hona chahiye, bahut over karta hai”. Bhai, sahi pakde hain. *Claps*
▶ The cute kid Irrfan Khan (Fatka from 'Chillar Party' who is now all grown up) also has a short but sweet role in the movie, as the street kid who looks upon Ali as his idol. Aww.
Verdict -
We don't know whether the critics are under a set prejudice that they have to cut Freaky Ali's marks because. Baar Baar Dekho! *Sighs*
On the contrary, you will enjoy this one better. Although the storyline is cliché, we found Freaky Ali worth all the time and money.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is one star we love. ❤
Ratings :- 3.1/5
🙏❤ PRIZMI TRIPATHI ❤🙏
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