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Great
simmikhurana-426557 December 2019
Great Movie
simmikhurana-426557 December 2019
JUST A SPOTLIGHT ON CHILD TRAFFICKING RACKET !
SAMTHEBESTEST14 November 2019
JHALKI REVIEW :-
India is a big country and there are lots of issues going on. One can easily pick any subject and make a film on it but if one has to choose a subject then why not something which will bring some change in society? On the other side there are so many real heroes whom we don't even know but the kind of work they have done is something which we should really know. Jhalki directed by Bramhanand Singh focuses on both the things mentioned above, it brings a story that should bring some change in our society and also it tells us a glorious and brave tale of a real life Hero Kailash Satyarthi.
A life-altering disappearance of her 7-year old brother sets Jhalki off on a mission to find him at all costs. Armed with an intimate folk-tale and her own sharp mind, is Jhalki's journey the start of a spiral that will change the lives of thousands for good? What price must she pay to get what she wants? Inspired by true events, with a backdrop of human-trafficking and child-labour, Jhalki is an atypical thriller of hope, courage, self-belief and perseverance, seen through the eyes of a 9-year-old girl, who will not stop anywhere short of a triumph. Although the story revolves around a girl, the real life hero and the real hero of the film appers in the climax and that part might force you to clap for him and for the film as well.
Coming towards the acting section, Aarti Jha as Jhalki is quite promising. She is loud at some occasions for no reason but you enjoy the same stuff once you get used to it in the film. Goraksh Sakpal as her brother Babu is innocent but hardly had any scope as the film mostly belogs to Jhalki. Sanjay Suri as IAS Officer and Divya Dutta as his wife looks a perfect husband wife couple on screen, and their experience as artists can be seen in the characters. Tannishtha Chatterjee, Govind Namdev, Joy Sengupta, Akhilendra Mishra and Boman Irani got small but important roles and they all does a good job.
Talking about the story telling, Jhalki has that content but it is not explored in expected manners. Screenplay looks very ordinary because it lacks that high moments and thrilling elements. A predictable plot doesn't really excited much but like I said earlier, when you see the true faces behind it at the climax you might want to clap for them. Music is average but that opening and theme song "Khajan Chidiya" is really engaging and impressive. Cinematography is okay and could have been better because most of the film is shot at real locations and that gives you advantage to capture more. Director Brahmanand Singh takes this story through realistic lane and that was needed but the problem appears in the narrative when you find it predictable and can easily guess what gonna happen next.
Overall, Jhalki is like an extended version of Crime Petrol episode where a child trafficking case is solved. But you really take something home in you finish the film because this is not a fictional story, this is inspired by true events happened around us. Jhalki lacks entertainment and commercial value but somewhat it fulfills the hunger of content for that particular fanbase. With more tight screenplay and thrill, Jhalki would have been a Terrific film but at the moment it is a one time watch for sure.
RATING- 6/10*
India is a big country and there are lots of issues going on. One can easily pick any subject and make a film on it but if one has to choose a subject then why not something which will bring some change in society? On the other side there are so many real heroes whom we don't even know but the kind of work they have done is something which we should really know. Jhalki directed by Bramhanand Singh focuses on both the things mentioned above, it brings a story that should bring some change in our society and also it tells us a glorious and brave tale of a real life Hero Kailash Satyarthi.
A life-altering disappearance of her 7-year old brother sets Jhalki off on a mission to find him at all costs. Armed with an intimate folk-tale and her own sharp mind, is Jhalki's journey the start of a spiral that will change the lives of thousands for good? What price must she pay to get what she wants? Inspired by true events, with a backdrop of human-trafficking and child-labour, Jhalki is an atypical thriller of hope, courage, self-belief and perseverance, seen through the eyes of a 9-year-old girl, who will not stop anywhere short of a triumph. Although the story revolves around a girl, the real life hero and the real hero of the film appers in the climax and that part might force you to clap for him and for the film as well.
Coming towards the acting section, Aarti Jha as Jhalki is quite promising. She is loud at some occasions for no reason but you enjoy the same stuff once you get used to it in the film. Goraksh Sakpal as her brother Babu is innocent but hardly had any scope as the film mostly belogs to Jhalki. Sanjay Suri as IAS Officer and Divya Dutta as his wife looks a perfect husband wife couple on screen, and their experience as artists can be seen in the characters. Tannishtha Chatterjee, Govind Namdev, Joy Sengupta, Akhilendra Mishra and Boman Irani got small but important roles and they all does a good job.
Talking about the story telling, Jhalki has that content but it is not explored in expected manners. Screenplay looks very ordinary because it lacks that high moments and thrilling elements. A predictable plot doesn't really excited much but like I said earlier, when you see the true faces behind it at the climax you might want to clap for them. Music is average but that opening and theme song "Khajan Chidiya" is really engaging and impressive. Cinematography is okay and could have been better because most of the film is shot at real locations and that gives you advantage to capture more. Director Brahmanand Singh takes this story through realistic lane and that was needed but the problem appears in the narrative when you find it predictable and can easily guess what gonna happen next.
Overall, Jhalki is like an extended version of Crime Petrol episode where a child trafficking case is solved. But you really take something home in you finish the film because this is not a fictional story, this is inspired by true events happened around us. Jhalki lacks entertainment and commercial value but somewhat it fulfills the hunger of content for that particular fanbase. With more tight screenplay and thrill, Jhalki would have been a Terrific film but at the moment it is a one time watch for sure.
RATING- 6/10*
Jhalki is empowered
neerajdws7 December 2019
Jhalki has the fearlessness of the truly innocent, plus the resourcefulness of an intelligent mind- it's a pity that girls as bright and brave as her, languish in villages for lack of education and opportunity. Jhalki is empowered, and would be an inspiration to any young girl
Good work is always appreciated
priyanksharmax7 December 2019
I loved your film Jhalki
arushiwasanx7 December 2019
I loved your film Jhalki ! I watched it with my team at BIFF a few weeks ago. The protagonist Jhalki was so feisty! Her attitude in the face of any problem or obstacle was so inspiring. The whole story was very moving - thank you.I'm creating a website called Incluvie - movies scored on diversity. Jhalki would receive the highest rating for that :) Would love to stay in touch!Cheers
superb
rekhathapar7 December 2019
A superb film, Brahmanand! I thoroughly appreciated the poignant message, the sensitive and heart-warming story, the sharp direction, the wonderful acting especially by 'Jhalki', and the beautiful cinematography. All in all a fab package. Congratulations!!
Provocative!
SinhaSomesh14 November 2019
#FinalVerdict
Cinegoers have witnessed escapist cinema for years but along side comes a film that makes you think. Jhalki is one such film.
Director Brahmanand S Siingh and co-director Tanvi Jain's interpretation shakes you up completely. Prakash Jha, Kamlesh Kunti Singh, Brahmanand S Siingh and Tanvi Jain's story makes you sit up to the harsh realities of human-trafficking & child-labour. Certain films can really change the way you cogitate about an issue. Jhalki is one such film. Sensitively handled by director Brahmanand S Siingh and co-director Tanvi Jain, Jhalki is a a purposeful film. The story is straight out of newspaper & television headlines. In that respect, the movie would be identified more by an Indian cinegoer. More than anything else, the two directors ought to be complimented for having the courage to make this kind of cinema. A number of scenes in leave you spellbound and the rustic locales only give the film a distinct flavour. In a nutshell, Jhalki will come across as a shocker to those traditional Indian audiences who have grown up on the staple diet of sugar-coated romances & feel-good/sunshine/escapist cinema. You ought to have a strong stomach to absorb a film like Jhalki.
On the flip side, Jhalki caters to a niche audience. The film has an episodic feel to it. It also gets repetitive and lacks the intense moments because it evokes a wide variety of emotions at the same time -- anger, rage, disgust, abhorrence, revulsion and anxiety. Jhalki has the power to win awards. But box-office rewards and a mandate from the aam junta will elude it. The lethargic pacing will also go against it. It is non-committal when it comes to actual movements & its own premise. Also, in a serious, issue-driven film like Jhalki, the scenes of comedy only take away from the seriousness of the narrative. The culmination to the story does not evoke any real emotion within the audience. It also tends to get dry and heavy at regular intervals.
Jhalki boasts of some of the most talented names on and off screen. The performances are truly spellbinding. Divya Dutta, Boman Irani, Sanjay Suri, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Joy Sengupta and Govind Namdev succeed in making the proceedings life-like. Aarti Jha walks away with the glory, delivering one of the finest performances the Indian screen has seen from a child actor. All in all, an award winning act! Goraksha Sakpal leaves a lasting impression. The child actor manages to register a strong impact.
On the whole, Jhalki will cater to the connoisseur of qualitative cinema. The two directors will win praise but the film's appeal will be restricted to the elite at select multiplexes. Awards yes, box-office rewards no!
Cinegoers have witnessed escapist cinema for years but along side comes a film that makes you think. Jhalki is one such film.
Director Brahmanand S Siingh and co-director Tanvi Jain's interpretation shakes you up completely. Prakash Jha, Kamlesh Kunti Singh, Brahmanand S Siingh and Tanvi Jain's story makes you sit up to the harsh realities of human-trafficking & child-labour. Certain films can really change the way you cogitate about an issue. Jhalki is one such film. Sensitively handled by director Brahmanand S Siingh and co-director Tanvi Jain, Jhalki is a a purposeful film. The story is straight out of newspaper & television headlines. In that respect, the movie would be identified more by an Indian cinegoer. More than anything else, the two directors ought to be complimented for having the courage to make this kind of cinema. A number of scenes in leave you spellbound and the rustic locales only give the film a distinct flavour. In a nutshell, Jhalki will come across as a shocker to those traditional Indian audiences who have grown up on the staple diet of sugar-coated romances & feel-good/sunshine/escapist cinema. You ought to have a strong stomach to absorb a film like Jhalki.
On the flip side, Jhalki caters to a niche audience. The film has an episodic feel to it. It also gets repetitive and lacks the intense moments because it evokes a wide variety of emotions at the same time -- anger, rage, disgust, abhorrence, revulsion and anxiety. Jhalki has the power to win awards. But box-office rewards and a mandate from the aam junta will elude it. The lethargic pacing will also go against it. It is non-committal when it comes to actual movements & its own premise. Also, in a serious, issue-driven film like Jhalki, the scenes of comedy only take away from the seriousness of the narrative. The culmination to the story does not evoke any real emotion within the audience. It also tends to get dry and heavy at regular intervals.
Jhalki boasts of some of the most talented names on and off screen. The performances are truly spellbinding. Divya Dutta, Boman Irani, Sanjay Suri, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Joy Sengupta and Govind Namdev succeed in making the proceedings life-like. Aarti Jha walks away with the glory, delivering one of the finest performances the Indian screen has seen from a child actor. All in all, an award winning act! Goraksha Sakpal leaves a lasting impression. The child actor manages to register a strong impact.
On the whole, Jhalki will cater to the connoisseur of qualitative cinema. The two directors will win praise but the film's appeal will be restricted to the elite at select multiplexes. Awards yes, box-office rewards no!
choked with emotions
rekhathapar7 December 2019
Genuinely choked with emotions ... What a beautiful movie this is! The subtlety in the way in which they have portrayed such an important issue ... and dealt with certain very dark aspects that are associated with child trafficking and child slavery have been handled in a very respectful yet uplifting.
Everybody has to see this movie .
raghavmalhotrax30 December 2019
Inspiring
nehabhasin-231487 December 2019
This movie jhalki shows you where we, as a country
nikunjchoudharyx19 December 2019
On watching that film
dhawankumarx7 December 2019
motivational & heart-touching
rekhathapar7 December 2019
The makers has created a masterpiece,
sunitanandanx19 December 2019
great work
bipasakhuranax25 December 2019
amazing
rekhathapar7 December 2019
This is one of the most amazing films I've seen. This film deserves to be seen internationally. This movie can literally help change the world!What this film will do very strongly, is it to encourage people and let them recognise the fearlessness in them.
A stratrical gem from indian cinema
jatinmiglanix-3985425 December 2019
The sensitive and heart-warming story
tarunphujax25 December 2019
Impactfull
rekhathapar7 December 2019
I wont tell you anything about the story
punittiwarix19 December 2019
Humanitarian movie: an eye-opener to child labour & trafficking
tintinmyself14 November 2019
Jhalki (Aarti Jha), a 9-year-old little girl, sets out into the unknown for saving her 7-year-old brother Babu (Goraksha Sakpal).
Far away from the commercially booming blockbuster movies and the archetypal mainstream Bollywood, Jhalki provides the breath of fresh air that will let you revisit your childhood and get the Jhalki (glimpse) of innocence, nostalgia, simplicity, and an unwavering inner peace. However, the path of Jhalki is not at all peaceful- hazardous and tumultuous with the menaces of social sharks lurking around to push a gifted soul into child labor and trafficking. The alarming issue of child slavery, the worst vice, is the focal point of the storyline.
Boman Irani, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Divya Dutta, and Sanjay Suri may help in familiarizing the audience with the film crew.
But child artist little Aarti Jha is the soul of the movie. Her efforts deserve huge claps, rounds of applause, encouragement, and love.
Filmed at the backdrop of the rural hinterland of Northern India, Jhalki teaches the onlooker the never-say-die attitude with protagonist Jhalki herself being the flagbearer. The most important part of being the viewer is to connect with her and see things from her perspective. At times, the narrative may be too precarious for little Jhalki to deal with but believe in her to overcome all hurdles.
Come what may, Jhalki will fight all odds with hopes of reuniting with her sweet brother. Will Jhalki happen to see her doting brother again? Watch out yourself.
Sadly, this movie will not get the intended target audience and the reception it deserves, but the film is a winner from the very moment it addresses the unforgivable social issue. The film will give you a tragic reminder that there exist many kids who are robbed of their dreams, childhood, innocence, and future aspirations by exploitative forces, poverty, illiteracy, and a sinister mentality. If this film can evoke compassion and empathy for the little ones and with whatever fewer resources the film harbored on, it will be a victory only.
For such a humanitarian victory Jhalki is awarded 4.5/5 JHALKI ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
Far away from the commercially booming blockbuster movies and the archetypal mainstream Bollywood, Jhalki provides the breath of fresh air that will let you revisit your childhood and get the Jhalki (glimpse) of innocence, nostalgia, simplicity, and an unwavering inner peace. However, the path of Jhalki is not at all peaceful- hazardous and tumultuous with the menaces of social sharks lurking around to push a gifted soul into child labor and trafficking. The alarming issue of child slavery, the worst vice, is the focal point of the storyline.
Boman Irani, Tannishtha Chatterjee, Divya Dutta, and Sanjay Suri may help in familiarizing the audience with the film crew.
But child artist little Aarti Jha is the soul of the movie. Her efforts deserve huge claps, rounds of applause, encouragement, and love.
Filmed at the backdrop of the rural hinterland of Northern India, Jhalki teaches the onlooker the never-say-die attitude with protagonist Jhalki herself being the flagbearer. The most important part of being the viewer is to connect with her and see things from her perspective. At times, the narrative may be too precarious for little Jhalki to deal with but believe in her to overcome all hurdles.
Come what may, Jhalki will fight all odds with hopes of reuniting with her sweet brother. Will Jhalki happen to see her doting brother again? Watch out yourself.
Sadly, this movie will not get the intended target audience and the reception it deserves, but the film is a winner from the very moment it addresses the unforgivable social issue. The film will give you a tragic reminder that there exist many kids who are robbed of their dreams, childhood, innocence, and future aspirations by exploitative forces, poverty, illiteracy, and a sinister mentality. If this film can evoke compassion and empathy for the little ones and with whatever fewer resources the film harbored on, it will be a victory only.
For such a humanitarian victory Jhalki is awarded 4.5/5 JHALKI ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
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