Bell Bottom     

Amazon Prime

*ing: Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta, Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi, Dolly Ahluwalia

Rated: 6/10

This movie released in theatres last month and all those who missed watching it in the cinema hall can now see it on the OTT platform in the safety of their homes. The film in 15 days of its theatrical released earned collected Rs 26.50 crore at the BO. Directed by Ranjit M Tewari, Bell Bottom is based on true a event — hijacking of a plane that was first taken to Amritsar to Lahore to then Dubai.  It is definitely an interesting and an engaging watch especially for those who read about the hijackings that were taking place in the 70s ans mid-80s.

Tewari has done his best to bring the era alive by reacreating the backdrop and even give it the a retro effect. Since bellbottoms were very much in fashion   back then, probably that is how the title came up.

Of coure, the younger generation would cringe in horror at the style but then the movie is not about fashion but about India giving a befitting reply to our nemesis — Pakistan.

And any film where we come out looking heroes is a must watch. The fact there were instances where we didn’t pander to their whims and fancies says a lot about the leadership even then.

At the helm is Akshay Kumar. off late, the actor has everything going for him. Whatever project that he does and has done appear to have been verycarefully thought off. Probably that is why he is able to pull off the roles that he has done — be it Padman, Laxmii or Mission Mangal.

As a desk clerk with RAW and the go to person when a hijack takes place, he has given a great performance even though there was instances where he over-steps. Everyone knows that in bureaucracy this is a no-no. But one can give this slight missif given how he outwits Pakistan.

Akshay Kumar does these kind of roles to perfection and that is what makes watching Bell Bottom interesting till the last frame. He has redefined what a hero is for sure.

A specialy mention for Dolly Ahluwalia. Though her role is small, she has done a great job to play mother to Akshay Kumar. Lara Dutta as Late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi may not look like her but does a  good job as well.

Overall, the movie is engaging to watch till the end with a twist that none saw it coming!