Indian Cinema has not only divulged into the subject of political thriller but also has created a new trend of reality cinema like Madras Cafe and Gangs of Wasseypur. Haider has its own share of story which has been blunt and hard-hitting and yet hair-raising.
Based on the play "Hamlet" written by Shakespeare, Haider tells story of young and devastated college student who must solve the mystery behind his father’s disappearance during an insurgency in Kashmir.
Known for his love of Shakespeare, Vishal Bhardwaj takes one step ahead and adapts another tragedy which involves betrayal, confrontation and murder. The pace is slow and the initial reel will bore out of your mind. The film has slight resemblance to Omakara( again based on Othello) and will take some time to build upon you as it is meant for niche audience but when it does, there is no holding back. Vishal Bahrdwaj is in a great form. After strings of flops, he comes back with a bang. Hats off to him for creating niche drama with well- written screenplay that will keep glued on to the screen till the end. Screenplay is a roller-coaster ride. Editing could be better. Music was a big letdown. Dialogues are nice. Special mention for nice camera shots along with fantastic cinematography capturing the ecstatic terrains of Kashmir.
The movie boast of some strong performances coming from powerhouse of talents like Tabu and Kay Kay Menon. Surprise was brilliant show by Shahid Kapoor. The actor shows he can do more than just commercial cinema. Irrffan Khan was good. Shraddha Kapoor was fine.
Overall, film begins slowly but draws you into its drama. Good 3 / 5
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