A biopic deserves accolades- made with conviction......

Rating: 7/10 (16 September 2013)

We have seen "Paan Singh Tomar"; a biopic of an Army Sportsman turned a Dacoit, which was critically acclaimed and commercially successful too. It is very good to see the lives of iconic and distinguished personalities on the silver screen.
After "Aks", "Rang De Basanti" and "Delhi 6", the tremendously endowed Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra presents a biopic BHAAG MILKHA BHAAG, based on the life of legendary athlete Milkha Singh, nicknamed "The Flying Sikh".
It is real great cinematic experience; it shows the utmost contemplation and researches. Kudos for Mehra's great effort and Prasoon Joshi's incredible writing, it urges every spectator to salute the sprinter and makes a mark on our hearts.
BHAAG MILKHA BHAAG depicts the life of Milka Singh from his childhood tragedy to the achievement and becoming an iconic figure in Indian History. The pain of religious riots during the 1947 partition of India and Pakistan is illustrated through Milkha's eye that we can feel the horror of the catastrophe, orphaned Milka and his elder sister struggling to meet the ends and Milkha doing odd jobs (Burglary, looting coal from trains etc.). After much of the struggle, impediments, apprehensions, he found his athletic calling in the army, eventually setting 400-meter world records and representing India at the Olympic and Commonwealth Games. The best part is Milkha Singh helped the creators in weaving the story and writer justified it. The writing never goes over the top; not it has the clichéd segments. It captures the every required detail and nuance. It never loses the focus from the credentials of Milkha's renowned career.
The razor sharp editing puts all the pieces together as if it has been shot like chronologically. Mehra sure has an ear for the perfect musical score and we can listen to the exhilarating background score situation by situation, moments by moments. Cinematography is a real pleasure to watch, it is shot beautifully and it soothes the eyes.
Farhan Khan as "Milkha Singh" is remarkable; the effort invested by him is praiseworthy as he morphed himself completely to the character of Milkha Singh. His chiseled athletic physique, the long hair, the body language and the dialog delivery. , Farhan has pushed himself beyond limits to illustrate the eminent and renowned character of Milkha Singh with precision. He leaves no stone unturned, we really admire the conviction, commitment and sincerity of the actor. This is an immaculate and unforgettable performance.
Pawan Malhotra is impeccable. Cricketer Yuvraj Singh's actor-father Yograj Singh shines as Farhan's coach. Prakash Raj, cast in a positive role, is notable with a lovely mustache.
Overall, BHAAG MILKHA BHAAG is another feather in the cap on Indian Cinema. We are waiting for more..
8.1/10