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By Prema K. Š2007 Bollyvista.com |
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Eklavya - The Royal Guard |
There is unrest in the kingdom. The king, Rana Jaywardhan (Boman Irani), influenced by his brother, Rana Jyotiwardhan (Jackie Shroff), supports the cruelties being forced upon the helpless peasants.
The king receives a death threat over the phone. Police Officer, Pannalal Chohar (Sanjay Dutt), comes to investigate. But it's of no use. Rana Jaywardhan is killed. Who killed him? That would be revealing things but one wonders why this treacherous act is performed. The film becomes a sort of thriller from this point. But like we've already mentioned, it's a letdown!
The performances - Mr. Bachchan is in great form. Saif is brilliant in an underplayed and subtle performance. Sanjay Dutt is good in a brief role. Vidya Balan doesn't get much scope for performance. Boman Irani is miscast as the king. Jackie Shroff is first rate. Somehow he delivers a brilliant performance with this maker. Jimmy Sheirgill is brilliant in his first ever negative role. Raima Sen leaves a mark. We wonder whatever prompted Sharmila Tagore to do this cameo role.
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