BALAK PALAK

PLOT:

The film deals with one of the less talked topic in India...You all might have gone through this and grown ups might have felt embarrassed. BUT HERE LIES THE ANSWER.the movie tells why we shoudnt feel so.The film tells us the story about four teenagers who are curious about their neighbours who has supposedly eaten cowdung (a phrase in marathi viz SHEN KHALLA) .They soon get exposed to a new world(which many still think erotic and vulgar) through their frnd and what follows is a comic story which tells us the do's and dont's of dealing with sex education.We do get a strong message in the end.Though the film is regional,it should not be limited to Maharashtra alone.

TEAM AND PERFORMANCE:

The film is directed by Ravi Jadhav who has given two classics in marathi i.e. NATARANG and BALGANDHARVA.Its the first stepping stone for Riteish Deshmukh who has done well.The cast of the film  has veteran actors along with learning ones.The performance of the kids is splendid. Their expression while seeing a film is what will surely make you grin. You will smile. They are ably supported by Kishore Kadam,Avinash Narkar etc.

MUSIC AND PROMOTIONS:

The Music has been composed by Vishal-Shekhar and may sound average as compared to their previous hits.The film has been in the talks for a long time.So thumbs up for the promotions :-)

COLLECTIONS:

Reportedly,The film has collected Rs. 1 crore(10 million) in the first weekend.It may add Rs. 1 crore more to the tally for the first week gross.

USP:

Undoubtedly, the USP of the film is the superb performance of the kids.The Topic of the film might draw teenagers towards it.

FLAWS:

No flaws as such.A bold topic in India has been nicely presented by the director and writers.Hats off to the team.

FINAL VERDICT:

Go on.Must watch.Eye Opener

RATING:

4.5/5