Blackout movie review: extended version of an instagram reel

The film Blackout is featuring Vikrant Massey and Sunil Grover. It initially appears to be a thrilling heist drama. However, it quickly transforms into a tale centered around Lenny Dsouza (Massey). Lenny is an ordinary man whose life takes a dramatic turn one fateful night. Blackout movie review The narrative unfolds amidst a city-wide blackout, an accident, a hidden treasure, the need to dispose of a dead body, the assistance of two pickpockets and a drunkard, a boss with a sharp tongue. A detective reminiscent of Byomkesh Bakshi will also act. A distressed damsel, betrayal from loved ones, a vengeful ex-MLA, a vigilant police officer, gang conflicts, firearms, a loyal henchman, and a plethora of perplexing situations will also act. Isn’t that excessive, not just for Lenny but also for the audience? There are moments when the movie feels like an extended version of social media videos, with absurd twists meant to elicit laughter. Everything that Lenny experiences goes awry, dragging him deeper into a chaotic situation. The film only manages to be amusing in the final 10 minutes when all loose ends are tied up. There’s a scene where Vikrant’s character fires bullets from a gun while SRK’s ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ plays in the background. That was the standout comedic moment of the film.Blackout movie review: performance As for the performances, Vikrant Massey puts in effort to portray a boisterous Punekar. However, considering his impressive track record with previous roles, this one falls short of leaving an impact. His portrayal as the undercover journalist also appears unconvincing. Sunil Grover’s character in Bewda was specifically crafted with Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Jawan in mind. From his distinctive long hair appearance to his dynamic action scenes in the climax, Sunil truly embodies the essence of a superstar in numerous scenes. Additionally, there is a subtle nod to ‘Badshah’ within the film, which viewers can uncover themselves. Portraying an alcoholic street dweller with a mysterious past, the comedian’s character is also humorously referred to as ‘sasta Ghalib’ due to his penchant for reciting tragic poems. In one memorable scene, a character remarks on the influx of individuals entering Lenny’s life, humorously suggesting that no one will receive full payment as they are merely considered as cameos. This clever dialogue reflects the underlying reality of the film Blackout.