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Emergency Trailer Review: Kangana Ranaut’s Vulnerable Yet Intense Portrayal of Indira Gandhi Promises an Unprecedented Box Office Comeback!
Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency trailer kicks off with a heightened sense of drama, portraying the former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi as a ‘dumb little girl’ navigating the complexities of the political landscape. The film chronicles her journey from entering politics to the controversial Emergency period, a tumultuous time during her tenure. With the weight of this iconic role on her shoulders, Kangana skillfully immerses herself in the character, employing nuanced voice modulations that enhance the authenticity of her performance.
The trailer opens by exploring Indira Gandhi’s strained relationship with her father, India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. A young Indira grapples with feelings of inadequacy as her father appears threatened by her accomplishments, while critics label her a ‘usurper’ of his political legacy. Her true test begins when she assumes the role of Prime Minister, and we witness her discussions with former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee (Shreyas Talpade) and General Sam Manekshaw (Milind Soman), where she attempts to convey her commitment to the nation’s welfare.
Challenges arise as activist Jayaprakash Narayan (Anupam Kher) begins to sway public opinion against her. The trailer effectively highlights the events leading up to the declaration of Emergency, showcasing Indira Gandhi’s mounting fears of losing her power. While Kangana excels in portraying the character’s complexities, the performances of the supporting cast leave something to be desired.
Milind Soman delivers a commendable performance as Sam Manekshaw, though comparisons to Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal in Sam Bahadur are inevitable. Anupam Kher captivates as Jayaprakash Narayan, while Shreyas Talpade, Mahima Chaudhry, and Vishak Nair’s portrayals of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Pupul Jayakar, and Sanjay Gandhi lack the same intensity.
The film risks falling into the trap of an ‘agenda-driven’ narrative unless it remains faithful to historical events and fully explores Indira Gandhi’s character. Directed by Kangana herself, Emergency presents a mix of strengths and weaknesses. We hope the final product showcases more positives, particularly from the supporting cast. Additionally, with Kangana’s previous films like Dhaakad and Tejas underperforming, Emergency carries significant pressure to succeed at the box office. Check the trailer as under:
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