“Cirkus,” the highly anticipated 2022 release, directed by Rohit Shetty, promised to be an exhilarating cinematic experience filled with thrilling action and a barrel of laughs. With that last second of the trailer raising everyone’s eyebrows, people were expecting it to be a complete laugh riot. However, “Cirkus” miserably falls short of its grand ambitions and ultimately disappoints.
The film follows the adventures of a suave and skilled thief who finds himself entangled in a web of deception when he joins a notorious circus troupe. With a premise as exciting as a high-wire act, “Cirkus” had the potential to be a real showstopper. Unfortunately, it stumbles when it comes to execution.
One of the major flaws in “Cirkus” lies in its convoluted and poorly paced narrative. The film struggles to find its footing, with a cluttered screenplay that becomes increasingly confusing as the story progresses. You might find yourself scratching your head and wondering how all these subplots fit together. It’s like watching a juggling act gone wrong, with balls flying in every direction. As a result, the film feels disjointed and lacks a cohesive structure, leaving the audience detached and disengaged.
Nothing goes in favour of this movie that’s all over the place
While the film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including a plethora of OG comedy kings, their performances are hindered by the weak script and the terrible dialogue writing. The characters lack depth and development, reducing the actors to mere caricatures rather than fully realized individuals. Even Ranveer Singh, who usually is a big box of energy, seems lost amidst the chaos of the narrative, struggling to make his character compelling or relatable.
Furthermore, “Cirkus” suffers from an over-reliance on style over substance. The visual aesthetics, are so saturated you almost feel like you’re hallucinating. From no angle does it look like the movie’s set in the 1960s, adding to the already weak narrative and become a distraction rather than an enhancement. The excessive use of flashy camerawork and stylized editing detracts from the storytelling, creating a sense of superficiality and preventing the audience from getting transported back to that era.
Undoubtedly Rohit Shetty’s lowest in the recent years
Additionally, the action sequences, which should have been the film’s saving grace, fall disappointingly flat like a clown with a deflated balloon. Poor choreography and lackluster execution rob these moments of their potential excitement and intensity. Instead of leaving the audience on the edge of their seats, the action sequences come across as contrived and uninspiring, failing to deliver the expected adrenaline rush. And imagine naming a movie “Cirkus” and it barely having actual scenes from one.
In conclusion, “Cirkus” fails to deliver on its promise of an enthralling and immersive cinematic experience. With a convoluted plot, underdeveloped characters, and a reliance on style over substance, the film falls short of its potential. While there are glimpses of visual brilliance, they are not enough to salvage the overall disappointing result. Unfortunately, “Cirkus” ultimately leaves the audience feeling unsatisfied and longing for a more cohesive and engaging story.
