Movie Review: Rockstar

On the Rocks

Anchal Pathak

Rockstar fails to lure the audiences, however Ranbir wins more hearts

Rockstar to Rock bottom this is the progression of the much awaited film of 2011, Rockstar. The first half of the film was captivated the audience with the sheer brilliance of Ranbir Kapoor, the protagonist of the film who left no stone unturned in transforming from a small town Hariyanwi lad Janardhan to the depressed and the rebellious Jordan the- Rockstar who has seen it all.

However, even Ranbir Kapoor could not  be the saving grace for the incomplete and loose plot. Maybe much was expected from a director who has given the audiences the like of Socha na tha, Jab We Met And Love Aaj Kal. Narghis Fakhri, the female lead whose voice was clearly dubbed was just a fresh and pretty face and nothing else. In terms of acting, the lady has many more miles to go. Incidentally, it was the last appearance of the ever green Late Mr. Shammi Kapoor who even in his seventies can give the youngsters a run for their money.

Ranbir and Nargis in Rockstar

 

Photocredit: music mania

Visually the movie is a master piece, kudos to cinematographer Anil Mehta. Editing by Aarti Bajaj does not near perfection; there are a few scenes which could have been tighter and crisper. Like every Rockstar is known and identified by his music, so is this Rockstar. Music composed by the Academy Award Winner, A.R.Rahman is the driving force of the film. From the soulful Fayaan Kun to the rebellious Sadda Haq, the music does not fail to bring out the essence of every song. Mohit Chauhan and his melodious voice gives Jordan’s voice a life. Already on the top of the charts, it is the music and not the story that makes Rockstar.

Rockstar had all the elements of being a super hit film; however lack of a strong story line and direction led to its failure. Ranbir as an actor definitely has a bright future which this film re confirms. It is hoped that next time, Imitaz Ali will give his fans and audiences a film that he is known for.