Thugs of Hindostan movie review: The movie created quite a storm ahead of its release. (Photo credit: Thugs of Hindostan/Facebook)
Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan starrer Thugs of Hindostan has finally hit the screens. The movie created quite a storm ahead of its release. However, only time will tell if the film lives up to the hype.
The film’s primary plot revolves around a band of thugs led by Amitabh’s character Khudabaksh whose motive is to gain freedom for India from the British Raj.
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Thugs of Hindostan has been directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, who has previously helmed the third installment of the Dhoom franchise, Dhoom 3. Apart from Aamir and Amitabh, the film stars Katrina Kaif, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Lloyd Owen in significant roles. The film has been produced by Aditya Chopra with music by Ajay-Atul.
As Thugs of Hindostan releases during Diwali weekend, here's looking at how other films have fared on Diwali in the past.
Komal from indianexpress.com shares, "The film starts well, very Game of Thrones vibes. But then comes the first song and ruins the great start."
"For Suraiyya, Prabhudheva was doing the choreography. When I saw the steps on the first day, I thought she won’t be able to match up with the moves. It was so difficult but she somehow manages to do everything. She is very hardworking. She cracks every move," Aamir Khan shared.
Thugs of Hindostan production designer Sumit Basu's biggest challenge was to create two life-sized ships. They were designed in Mumbai for over a year, with another year spent constructing them in Malta, which is also where the scenes on the ship were shot.
“We weren’t only building ships but making a set, with enough space for the light and camera department, for the actors to run around. Very few films allow you to create a world of your own, to create an iconic image that the audience will remember,” Basu said.
In a conversation with The Indian Express, Thugs of Hindostan costume designers Rushi Sharma and Manoshi Nath said, “We wanted the audience of 2018 to appreciate the aesthetics of those times. To do so, we had to keep it very authentic. The Victoria and Albert Museum in London gave us the details on even the little buttons, the lapel, collars, the sleeve and the embroideries on the British military uniforms.”
Thugs of Hindostan will be narrating the story of the notorious group Thugs, though in very Bollywood settings. Interestingly, this particular sect that YRF will be bringing to life on the silver screen, appear to have rather mysterious origins. Historical records show that almost all the material available on Thugs are those written by the British. Ironically, there is no record written in the Indian vernaculars that can be considered a source for deriving the history of the Thugs.
Thugs of Hindostan is expected to create ripples in the film industry with its big star cast and grand visuals. But before you watch the movie in theaters, here is an introduction to the movie’s primary characters.
Trade analyst Girish Johar shared, "In all the languages, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, Thugs of Hindostan will earn Rs 50 crore on the day of its release. And, if the content of the film also turns out to be decent, it will reach the Rs 100 crore mark within 2-3 days."
In a group interaction, Aamir Khan said, “It was really amazing. We had planned on working together twice before but it didn’t work out. I was very excited and nervous about working with him. Amit ji is a very warm and generous person. He makes you comfortable and is very easy to work with. He is so well behaved that you don’t feel intimidated. However, he has got a very dry sense of humour. You don’t know whether he is joking or not. It takes time to understand that.”
In a group interaction, Aamir Khan said, “He recently watched the film and called me. We spoke for close to 30 minutes. He shared that according to him, it was my best performance. Amit ji really liked my accent and he said that I had the perfect pitch. He also told me that he would see the film, again and again, only to see my performance. I must admit, I was truly thrilled hearing it.”
On the eve of the release of Thugs of Hindostan, Aamir Khan took to Faceook and wrote:
Hey guys, wishing everyone a very happy Diwali!
On the eve of the release of my film I want to express my gratitude to:
Adi Chopra, who is one of the finest producers I have worked with.
Victor, a director who has always brought the best out of me as an actor.
Mr Bachchan, who has always been an inspiration for me.
Fatima who is one of the finest costars I have ever worked with, Fatty you are a star!
Katrina, whom I absolutely love.
Lloyd, Gavin, Zeeshan, Ronit and Ilaji who have been an absolute delight to work with.
The entire Azad Gang.
Manush the DOP.
Sumit, the production Designer.
Rushi & Manoshi the costume designers.
Ritesh the editor.
Debu the sound designer.
Ajay & Atul the music composers.
Amitabh Bhattacharya the Lyricist.
Prabhu Deva and Chinni & Rekha Prakash the choreographers.
Pankaj, Sherry and the entire VFX team.
Rohan the 1st Ad, and Jiya, Sakshi, Rushil, and Pratik.
Avan & Nanao (hair) and Jogi (make up), whose difficult job it is to make me look good everyday.
Avi who shot the publicity stills.
Manan, Monica, Prithwish, Yvonne, Rohan (marketing & Distribution).
Sanjay, the head of production, only he could have made this film.
Chotelal ji who looks after us so well when we come to YRF.
Bimal, Shamath, Shilpa, Prabhat, Susanna and Amos from my team.
Parvez Bhai, Franz, Lee, who designed the action of the film.
Mohit who cut the trailer.
Vivek who designed the poster.
John Stewart Eduri who has done the background score.
Guys, I want to thank all of you for a wonderful journey. A journey which has been so special and memorable for me.
Each one of you has done such a mind blowing job, and I am so happy to be a part of this team. Thank you.
Tomorrow our film releases. We have no idea how successful it will be, but irrespective of the fate of the film, I want to thank you all for a very fulfilling two years. I think we can all be satisfied that we have given it our best.
And thank you Kiran, you have always been a pillar of strength for me. Always looking out for me. Always there. Absorbing all my eccentricities, tolerating all my madness. Thank you. Wer I found yu? I luv yu, yu kno dat?
And to our audience i want to say that we have made the film with a lot of love and effort, and we hope that you enjoy it.
Happy Diwali to all.
Love.a.