We are back with the ‘under-performing Taapsee Pannu movie that is a remake of a foreign sci-fi movie’ genre. Dobaaraa, the official remake of the 2018 Spanish movie Mirage, directed by Anurag Kashyap, had everyone buzzing with excitement over its mind-bending concept. However, as we delve into the time-loop extravaganza, it becomes clear that the film fell short of expectations.
Dobaaraa’s most commendable aspect is its unique concept, revolving around time loops. While we’ve seen this before, this film promised a fresh twist. The initial moments have us on the edge of our seats, eagerly anticipating a mind-boggling experience. But oh dear, do things take a wrong turn along the way? The screenplay seems to get lost in its own loop, like a cat chasing its own tail. The pacing stumbles, with certain scenes dragging on longer than necessary. This lack of consistency creates a jarring effect, detracting from the immersive nature of the story.
And let’s talk about character development or the lack thereof. The talented cast, including Taapsee Pannu, Pavail Gulati, and Rahul Bhat, do their best, but their characters lack depth. We crave more emotions, motivations, and reasons to care, but unfortunately, we feel trapped in a one-dimensional loop. It’s hard to feel invested when the characters themselves seem stuck. This is where the original movie excelled. It made us feel for the characters.
The anticipation turns to clock-watching because of the narration of the convoluted plot
Moreover, Dobaaraa suffers from a convoluted plot that often confuses rather than intrigues the audience. It’s like your cat playing with a tangled ball of yarn. Time loops should be mind-bending and awe-inspiring, right? Well, Dobaaraa leaves viewers with more questions than answers. Instead of tying up loose ends, it seems to revel in creating even more knots, thus yearning viewers for clarity.
The cinematography and music are the only silver linings amongst the stormy clouds
However, not all is wrong with Dobaaraa. The cinematography is visually appealing, utilizing lighting and composition to enhance the film’s overall mood. And let’s not forget the background score, which successfully amps up the suspense in those rare moments when we’re not scratching our heads in confusion. But sadly, these positive elements are unable to salvage Dobaaraa from its ultimate disappointment. The film fails to capitalize on its potential for a thought-provoking exploration of time loops due to a lackluster screenplay, inconsistent pacing, and underdeveloped characters. While the initial premise sparks interest, the execution ultimately leaves viewers unsatisfied.
The film fails to capitalize on its potential for a thought-provoking exploration of time loops due to a lackluster screenplay, inconsistent pacing, and underdeveloped characters. While the initial premise sparks interest, the execution ultimately leaves viewers unsatisfied. It is sad to see this movie being a ‘fresh concept in Bollywood after so long’, but nothing more.
P.S- Laut aao puraane Anurag Kashyap, ab mazaak nahi hai ye.
