As a sucker of meaningful cinema I was so pumped up to know about the release of Sitare Zameen Par by Aamir Khan Productions. Of course, I had watched Taare Zameen Par multiple times with tears welling up in my eyes each time, and the message stayed with me so hard, particularly as a mother. Well, with similar expectations on emotional intelligence and technical prowess, there I was watching the first day, first show with my family.
My haste was grounded in my deep love for the special kids with intellectual disabilities who are on the autism spectrum due to some encounters and acquaintances early in my life and I was touched to see someone has made a compassionate effort to gain more acceptance for these precious souls who have a pure heart and a lot of special gifts. They are rightly called SITAARE in the film. Also, the fact that it was based on a true story enticed me. For those who don’t know, Sitare Zameen Par is a remake of a Spanish movie 'Champions', based on the real life of American Basketball Coach Ron Jones.
Now I come to my review of the film. The first scene of the film warmed my heart because it had a SITAARA( a differently abled person) in it, and there I loved all the scenes that had them. All of SITAARE in the film have done a phenomenal job, and I loved their spirit of life. They not only taught the protagonist Aamir Khan, who plays the basketball coach Roshan, some really vital life lessons, but also to us. Thus, the title of the film is so apt not only verbatim but in terms of the joy they bring to the earth, too. Their simplicity touched me to the core; they were independent, working, yet not an ounce of malice had touched them. They were so innocent, you feel like knowing each of them so much more, and being their friend and helping them get all the happiness in the world. But no, I need a correction here; they are already the happiest souls on earth. Sitaare Zameen Par stars 10 neurodivergent individuals, a few of whom have autism, while others have Down Syndrome or Fragile X Syndrome, and they have exhibited such amazing acting prowess. I can give them 10 stars out of 5 with a big smile.
You must also watch the movie for its meaningful ending. I personally believe it was the biggest lesson to be learnt by humanity in the current times. This movie will do more good to the Indian masses on so many levels and is an easy breezy watch with no melodrama, and that is what sets it apart from Taare Zameen Par, so you must definitely give it a watch, no matter when and where. I am an old-time Aamir fan and admire his perfection; this movie could have had a lot more of it, or maybe it was a conscious effort that only SITAARE must shine in Sitare Zameen Par. Aamir plays a total loser in the film who lives in his past demons and discovers his humane side with the kids. Genelia D’Souza as his wife Sunita, does justice in the few scenes she has. Gulshan's mom and her bawarchi boyfriend were such brilliant natural actors. All in all, it is an easy breezy movie which brings a smile to your heart and face. These were my two cents on the most anticipated release of recent times.
----------------------------------------------------
If you like what I write, you can grab copies of my eight published works here: The Fragrance of True Love, Destiny's Favorite Child, Dare to Defy The Destiny, Empowered Women Empower Women, Soulful Letters On COVID, for My Future Grandchild, I Live to Love You, Soft Strings Of My Heart and Brave Inked Emotions. Also, as the founder of the Endometriosis Support and Awareness Group of India and Emotionally Strong Women Of India, I would love for you to join me in my mission or approach me for any women's health-related (physical/mental/emotional) assistance you seek.
No comments:
Post a Comment