This was the first time that Ram Gopal Verma had attempted to make thriller suspense movie. The outcome was a big surprise. Much credit goes to Anurag Kashyap who wrote the script as well as conceiving the original idea. His ideas on the characters are fantastic. When I heard about the movie ten years ago I was very anxious to watch it. Even at present day the movie has not lost its appeal. Yes the movie was on a low production value and the actors do look younger, but this does not deter one from enjoying this experience.
With a duration of 95 minutes this movie progresses at a fast pace. However the first 15 minutes can test the viewers patience as nothing practically happens. In that portion we are given a basic introduction to Urmila Matondkar's paranoia in the house. Many perceived this movie initially as a horror movie, but it does not fall in to that vain. The movie is very effective in its intentions to subdue the viewer in to mystery field. The characters behave and respond to situations which would not be considered normal and expected. But its the performances that is the centre of attraction. They make the movie worthwhile to watch. What can really dazzle the viewer is the fact that the three characters are not what we assume them to be, but their true identities are revealed in a stylish manner. Shot on a extremely low budget value, the picture quality is very grainy at times and the dubbing was not completed. However the surround sounds were captured wonderfully.
***Urmila ia woman all alone in a house and news breaks out that there is a killer on the loose. As a result of this she wonders around the house feeling scared. A while later manoj bajpai who proclaims to be a sales man constantly disturbs urmila to gain access in to the house because he wants to meet a guy who lives there. She is not willing to let him in because she is afraid. Eventually he enters and a conflicts occurs between the two after she thinks he is the killer. After Urmila's failed attempt to escape she runs in to Sushant at the door. He too enters in the house and states that he is a undercover cop. However he later admits that he was a thief. Eventually a struggle for power occurs between the three characters as a phonecall to the police precient was made. However the truth turns out to be something else. This leads to the identity of the true killer to be revealed.**
The movie makes a sincere effort to sustain the viewers attention. The background score is well in tune with the movie's atmosphere. However in the initial moments when we are introduced to Manoj's character, the music is incorrectly used. The score was also overused in many other portions. But in the second half it improves. The interactions between the characters are another highlight. The performers react in situations in realistic manners. It did not seem like they wee instructed to act. Sushant and Manoj's interactions was a highpoint in the second half as they add a sense of comedy to the seriousness. Verma has directed the movie well in accordance with the type of subject. I do feel that the lighting was over used at certain times. Many close up shots of household ornaments have been involved to create the atmosphere of fear in the house as well possibly the existence of another individual.
The collaboration of Urmila and Ram Gopal Verma were part of many projects. This was one of the best. Urmila gives a fine performance. However there did seem to be a slight few hitches in her acting in the climax. Manoj Bajpai was perfect and Sushant Singh give good support. This is highly recommended if one is a fan of thrillers.
With a duration of 95 minutes this movie progresses at a fast pace. However the first 15 minutes can test the viewers patience as nothing practically happens. In that portion we are given a basic introduction to Urmila Matondkar's paranoia in the house. Many perceived this movie initially as a horror movie, but it does not fall in to that vain. The movie is very effective in its intentions to subdue the viewer in to mystery field. The characters behave and respond to situations which would not be considered normal and expected. But its the performances that is the centre of attraction. They make the movie worthwhile to watch. What can really dazzle the viewer is the fact that the three characters are not what we assume them to be, but their true identities are revealed in a stylish manner. Shot on a extremely low budget value, the picture quality is very grainy at times and the dubbing was not completed. However the surround sounds were captured wonderfully.
***Urmila ia woman all alone in a house and news breaks out that there is a killer on the loose. As a result of this she wonders around the house feeling scared. A while later manoj bajpai who proclaims to be a sales man constantly disturbs urmila to gain access in to the house because he wants to meet a guy who lives there. She is not willing to let him in because she is afraid. Eventually he enters and a conflicts occurs between the two after she thinks he is the killer. After Urmila's failed attempt to escape she runs in to Sushant at the door. He too enters in the house and states that he is a undercover cop. However he later admits that he was a thief. Eventually a struggle for power occurs between the three characters as a phonecall to the police precient was made. However the truth turns out to be something else. This leads to the identity of the true killer to be revealed.**
The movie makes a sincere effort to sustain the viewers attention. The background score is well in tune with the movie's atmosphere. However in the initial moments when we are introduced to Manoj's character, the music is incorrectly used. The score was also overused in many other portions. But in the second half it improves. The interactions between the characters are another highlight. The performers react in situations in realistic manners. It did not seem like they wee instructed to act. Sushant and Manoj's interactions was a highpoint in the second half as they add a sense of comedy to the seriousness. Verma has directed the movie well in accordance with the type of subject. I do feel that the lighting was over used at certain times. Many close up shots of household ornaments have been involved to create the atmosphere of fear in the house as well possibly the existence of another individual.
The collaboration of Urmila and Ram Gopal Verma were part of many projects. This was one of the best. Urmila gives a fine performance. However there did seem to be a slight few hitches in her acting in the climax. Manoj Bajpai was perfect and Sushant Singh give good support. This is highly recommended if one is a fan of thrillers.