Tahaan Review

Starcast - Victor Banerjee, Purav Bhandare, Rahul Bose, Rahul Khanna, and Anupam Kher

Story, Screenplay and Direction - Santosh Sivan

If you want to see the power of simplicity then do watch Tahaan. The story is simple, innocent and straight from heart. It reminds me of those Iranian films (read Majid Majidi) that manage to touch our heart with utmost simplicity over an issue we never care to think about.

Its a story about modern day Kashmir and Kashmiris dealing with the issues of cross border terrorism, family, security, sense of identity and life, in general. Its a simple yet philosophically and symbolically rich journey of young Tahaan who travels against all odds to get back his donkey.

If you remember Dil Se’s breathtaking cinematography, you know what to expect from cinematographer turned director Santosh Sivan. The movie is beautiful with every shot capturing the beauty of Kashmir at its raw best. Simple details of everyday life and the power of excellent screenplay delight you and keep you hooked to the story along with astonishing cinematography.

It is also a very good thriller which keeps you guessing what the possible climax could be and trust me when you reach the climax you will be surprised.

Performances are Oscar quality, the young actor Purav Bhandare, as Tahaan is amazing. Full marks to Sivan for extracting such wonderful performances from all his actors including veterans like Anupam Kher and Rahul Bose.

Its an amazing movie. Do take your siblings and kids to this movie and enjoy this enriching experience.