Review of web series MUM BHAI |
Raids, cops being bribed and mistreated, and many more. MUM BHAI has the usual tropes of the genre that we have seen in so many movies. Angad Bedi plays Bhaskar, who is raised by his mother in Mangalore, but after an incident, is sent to Mumbai to live with Sikander Kher. In the 80s, Rama was a small-time don, but Bhaskar grows up to become a policeman and is inducted into the Anti-terrorist Squad. Having risen the ranks quickly, out of jealousy his department tries to run him off with every move he makes. This is just another gang war series but has been intelligibly clubbed with how a good cop turns into a bad one. Instances have been borrowed from real life and have been dutifully exaggerated to hook viewers. Director Akshay Chobey`s fineness in filmmaking is evident with the way he incorporates the voice over to make the narrative more seamless. However, there are times when he stages a scene that`s not essential. Akshay`s last directorial venture, Code-M, was absolutely flawless. Mum Bhai, however, comes with a few underlining flaws. The title score, however, is on point as imbues the flavors of Mumbai. The fun rap is a perfect mix of Marathi Lingo and a groovy beat. Angad puts up a wonderful show. His expressions are priceless, especially when he learns that he has been inducted into the Anti-terrorist Squad. Sikander is simply outstanding as a gangster. He doesn`t impose his wishes on Bhaskar, but makes him street-smart, and is very capable of defending himself.
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