ZNMD is clearly one of the most fun filled movies that I’ve seen recently. The title clearly gives away the message of the film but do not worry my friends, none of the lead characters suffer from any of the clichéd diseases that one would usually suffer in movies that spread out this message. It’s a progressive film that is engaging, funny and even exciting!
This is the story of three long time friends (Hrithik, Abhay and Farhan), who decide to go on a bachelor trip to Spain before the marriage of Abhay Deol and engage in adventure sports that each one chooses. All three have their own sad part in their lives and this movie is about how they overcome their fears and sadness and how they learn to live their life to the fullest.
Hrithik plays the role of a rich stock broker with absolute ease. Farhan Akhtar in a never seen avatar – a goofy, fun filled flirt, is an absolute revelation. Abhay suits the character perfectly and essentially plays the guy who desperately wants this trip to work. Katrina Kaif plays . . . scratch that, is a gorgeous lady who teaches the importance of enjoying every minute to the guys. The fiancée of Abhay, Kalki is somewhat more of a caricature than a realistic character.
Scuba diving, sky diving, tomatina festival and so on, the writing and direction takes you to so many beautiful locations and fun filled adventures that you will get ready to pack your bags at the end of the movie. Not just adventures, every little thing these people do makes an impact on their lives as they all carry a baggage of some sort. There are pretty awesome scenes sprinkled throughout the movie such as Hrithik’s reaction to scuba diving, Farhan getting a new phone for Hrithik, Abhay’s proposal and so on. There’ll always be a smile in your face throughout the film thanks to gems like those. The major reason why the film works is the chemistry between the three main leads. Never once that you’ll doubt the friendship of these three.
On the flip side, the movie is a bit long and drags in some portions. The movie could’ve been way better if it was a bit shorter. Although the movie avoids clichés, there were a few which the writer couldn’t avoid. I’m not going to nitpick each and every little thing because these are minor glitches on what otherwise is a fun flick.
ZNMD is clearly a very mature and refined attempt that isn’t for everyone. I loved the movie and wouldn’t mind watching it again. Zoya Akhtar is a gifted director and if her streak continues, we might be lucky enough to see some different, matured cinema from her which Indian movies lack quite often. Watch the movie and pack your bags for a holiday with your best buddies.
MY RATING: 8/10
- V
P.S: Why copy the last sequence from Hitch? Ran out of ideas like they did for the posters???
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