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Haasil
By Sanjay Shah ©2003 Bollyvista.com


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Producer/s: Karma Network Ltd. and Zee Telefilms Ltd.
Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Cast: Jimmy Shergill, Hrishita Bhatt, Irrfan Khan, Ashutosh Rana, Tinnu Anand, Sudhir Pandey, Raj Zutshi, Sharat Saxena and Rajpal Yadav
Music: Jatin-Lalit
Lyrics: Israr Ansari, Kausar Pandey, Devmani Pandey, Vinod Mahendra and Satyaprakash


Now that’s what a cinema is. Debutante director Tigmanshu Dhulia’s film Haasil is a remarkable piece of creativity and a lesson for those who are living in an illusion that making a film that could appeal all Indians has become a Herculean task. Frame to frame, shot to shot, Haasil unwraps a story that may sound routine told imaginatively and so, at the end of the movie, the viewer feels highly satisfied.

Haasil revolves around a north Indian college politics. Gaurishankar Pandey (Ashutosh Rana) and Ranvijay Singh (Irrfan Khan) are archrivals and the former is the current president of the student union. The lives of both men have just one motive, beat, kill, exploit and threaten anyone but make sure you rule the college. And to achieve their goals, both do best of the tricks.

Haasil is a high voltage movie with just a few mistakes. In fact, while seeing film in the dark, one would find it really difficult to locate mistakes except one that the climax sequence is little longer than desired. Tigmanshu’s way of unfolding the narrative is as good as faultless. And as a writer of the film, he has done a great job that helps the film to grow on the mind with each passing moment. He has conceived and executed all the characters, be it a small or a big one, in a fine manner. That’s why the viewer will love to see Ani’s father (Tinnu Anand), Suggi the paper vendor, Ranvijay’s man at Mumbai (Rajpal Yadav), Jackson (Raj Zutshi) and others.

To show certain usual unavoidable moments, Tigmanshu has come up with really well designed scenes. Ani’s daring to kiss Niharika when they meet in loneliness for the first time, his smart move of employing Suggi to send letters to his girl, Ranvijay’s way of blackmailing and beating the CM with chappal and many other scenes are the examples of the director’s creativity that will be appreciated by all. Even dialogues are good. While they serve the purpose of showing hard-hitting facts of college politics, Tigmanshu successfully sees to it that they never become vulgar.

Haasil was shot at the last Kumbh Mela on location. The viewers will like to see the climax that happens in Varanasi. However, the film has no winning song and that is one of the problems it has. Cinematography by Rafey Mehmood is noteworthy. Editor Aseem Sinha’s work makes the film flawless. Action by Alan Amin is good at places. Though the music is not bad, it is also not extraordinary. But Abhishek Ray’s background score is above par. The other minus point that can be mentioned is the fact that Haasil is harsh and violent movie. For that matter, you can compare it with Satya where Ram Gopal Verma had shown realities in real effects without compromise. Haasil is very close to that film so far as this thing is concerned.

Ditto can be said for performance. Jimmy Shergill, for the first time after Mohabbatein, does a great job and leaves his impact. This film will definitely help him in career as he finally looks like an actor instead of a star. Hrishita Bhatt enlivens her role that is far better than a glamour doll. Ashutosh Rana reconfirms the fact that he is an actor of a class. Though his role is small, he performs it with great ease and wins hearts. Tinnu Anand, Sudhir Pandey, Raj Zutshi, Sharat Saxena and others lend able support. Though they are playing side characters, the viewers will take them along while going home. And the winner of Haasil is Irrfan Khan of The Warrier fame. He is the actor who stands apart in the film with his sterling performance. Haasil will be remembered as his film.

Director Tigmanshu Dhulia, who has worked with makers like Shekhar Kapoor, Ketan Mehta and Mani Ratnam, make an entry with a film that has turned out to be a real entertainer. Haasil will be enjoyed by all types of viewers in India and even by the viewers abroad. Now just pray that the film’s fate is not marred due to the lack of good publicity campaign.


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Haasil DVD by Spark is out on the 19th according to IP

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Well, no VASOOL, from HAASIL here:

Haasil

By Taran Adarsh

Karma Network's HAASIL, written-directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, is a love story set against the backdrop of University politics in Allahabad. Though the film has several gripping moments and a power-packed performance by Irfan Khan, the outcome is hampered when the movie drifts into predictable zone, post-interval.

Ashutosh Rana and Irfan Khan are arch rivals and leaders of two political groups with their eyes on presidency of student's union. The rivalry turns intense as Irfan Khan shoots Ashutosh Rana's close associate. Then starts the revenge drama.

Meanwhile, amidst all this political mayhem, a love story blossoms…

The rest of the story is all about the struggle of the two lovers to overcome all odds and remain together.

Director Tigmanshu Dhulia does a commendable job in depicting how politics has seeped into college universities. Also, the problems associated for boys and girls to interact in an orthodox society are deftly executed.

Tigamnshu has given the story a very realistic touch. Every aspect of the political functioning and the rivalry is looked into, in detail. The conservative norms, the helplessness of the students and the prevalent jungle raaj has all been described aptly.

However, in his effort to give an insight into the political scenario that is gripping the students' life, the director goes a bit too far, considering the love angle is overshadowed by the power-maniac politicians.

The initial footage given to the rivalry scenes is too lengthy. Instead, more scenes could have been added between the lovers to present a strong emotional bonding building up to the climax.

At times, you do feel sorry for the lovers and their worried parents, but otherwise the emotional quotient is on the lower side.

Jatin-Lalit's music is pleasant, complimenting the mood of the film. Cinematography is in accordance with the proceedings. Tigmanshu Dhulia's dialogues come in for special mention. His one-liners are witty and clean and keep your ears open for more.

Performance-wise, it's Irfan Khan all the way. Rarely do you see a performer in a negative role rising head and shoulders above the rest of the star cast. His presence and dialogue delivery instills life in every frame.

Jimmy Shergill comes across as a natural performer. His transition from a carefree teenager involved in dramatics to a fugitive on the run is convincing. Ashutosh Rana, in a cameo, makes his presence felt. As usual, he essays his part with conviction.

Hrishita Bhatt, with limited scope, is fair enough. Raj Zutshi goes overboard. Tinnu Anand is fair.

On the whole, the reality element coupled with good performances will go in favour of the film. Business in U.P.-Bihar and to some extent in Mumbai should prove to be better thanks to the identification with the story and the college setting. However, lack of an aggressive publicity campaign, coupled with the fact that the film is clashing with the biggies, will make a dent in its business.

Rating:- * *.


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A BRILLIANT MOVIE

By S Pankaj

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If last week witnessed competition between talent and tradition, this week saw competition between expectation and patience: Patience because Tigmanshu has struggled for not less than ten years to see this day. He may not have a great backing of a producer like Dinesh Gandhi and also may not have big stars like Amitabh Bachchan in his film, but he has great performers and a dedicated team. And he had a lot of experience from Shekhar Kapur in 'Bandit Queen', Ketan Mehta in 'Sardar Patel' and Mani Rathnam in 'Dil Se'. The film may not work wonders at the box-office, but those who watch it will not feel cheated. At least, Tigmanshu Dhulia is a new director to watch out for his coming films.

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Tigmanshu's maiden film 'Haasil' has faced many difficulties before it saw the light of the day. It got delayed for various reasons. 'Haasil' is not not everyday masala movie nor is it the mushy kind of popcorn flick. Seeing by its cast one may say that it is just another campus love story, but there is much more to it. 'Haasil' is a movie that has love just as a ladder. There is rivalry. There are conflicts. And the game of politics is there. It can be described as a romantic thriller. In 'Haasil', Tigmanshu keeps the thrust on the problem of campus politics that has ruined the educational atmosphere in our country and is the root cause of the deterioration in the socio-political system.


You can either love him or hate him, but you cannot ignore Jimmy Shergill. That is the reason this commoner keeps on getting roles. Jimmy Shergill started his career with a cameo in Gulzar's 'Maachis' followed by 'Mohabbatein', 'Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai', 'Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar', 'Dil Hai Tumhara' and 'Dil Vil Pyar Vyar'. His performance was praised in 'Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar' and 'Dil Hai Tumhara'only. But 'Haasil' might act as a catalyst to his career. Tigmanshu gives him an opportunity and he grabs it with both hands. Jimmy plays a vibrant and forthright student of a college in North India. He is a happy go lucky kind of guy but he is not a coward. When he sees that some seniors of the college are making the campus their playground, he decides to resort to it for tat. Though he is aware that these seniors have high political connections, but his determination is final. He wants to make this college an institution of imparting knowledge.

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Jimmy's ambitions face opposition in Ashutosh Rana who is the local don kind of senior student in the college. He comes to college only for a muscle show. He has no interest in study but still keeps on doing one or the other course. Now Jimmy and Ashutosh come face to face. Jimmy gets involved in the college politics that results in a tiff between him and Ashutosh. How he manages to achieve his ultimate goal while going through the highs and lows and gets back his love forms the rest of the story. And, yes there is the sweet love angle too. Now three - film- old Hrishita Bhatt plays the love part in Jimmy's student life. Sometime she is an inspiration for him and sometime a hurdle for his goal. But love conquers at last. Hrishita's earlier films 'Shararat', 'Asoka' and 'Dil Vil Pyar Vyar' sank at the box office, though her performance was praised in each of this film. 'Haasil' may bring a smile on her face too.

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'Haasil' can also be put in a realistic kind of slot. The film's whole set up, its ambience, its surroundings and more importantly its language make it a realistic film. Tigmanshu has very cleverly used Allahabadi lingo in the film and that gives the film the required credibility touch. 'Haasil' is a fiction more close to reality than a drama. And to garnish a well-cooked meal, Tigmanshu uses Kumbh Mela as a final setting. One of its climax scenes has been shot in midst of the holy Maha Kumbh mela at Sangam in Allahabad. Besides, Irfan Khan deserves a special mention because once he comes on the screen he just steals the show. 'Haasil' is going to be desi 'Warrior' for him. Irfan Khan defies many definitions of acting in this film, but increases his fans. He is going to surprise many. The film is a perfect movie to watch. The music by Jatin Lalit is melodious.

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This is one movie that I was expecting zilch from (with typical Jatin Lalit music playing in the trailors) but I actually wanna watch this movie now.......have any Zulmis seen it?


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I watched the film last night and in my opinion is one the much better films to come out of Bollywood in a long time. Although the film is not perfect and does have some cliched bollywood elements it is still a far cry from the crap that we have to put up with when it comes to Hindi films. In my opinion a must watch, specially for the great acting of almost the whole cast.

By the way Armaan was showing on the next screen and guess what, I saw atleast 3 families leave the film midway. I guess we got another FLOP on hand. As for myself, I lost all desire to see the film when I saw it's trailor.




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Sanjay wrote:
As for myself, I lost all desire to see the film when I saw it's trailor.

A case of Dil Ke Armaan Aansoowon Mein Behe Gaye?


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B4U review:

Haasil

Campus Rumpus

Director: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Producer: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Music: Jatin Lalit
Cast: Jimmy Shergill, Hrishtaa Bhatt, Irfan Khan, Ashutosh Rana, Tinnu Anand
Rating: * * *

By Parag Maniar

With Haasil Tigmanshu Dhulia makes an impressive debut as a director. The film takes close look at dirty politics in a college campus. Set in Allahbad University, the campus is divided into two gangs—one is led by college veteran and student’s union president Gauri Shankar (Ashutosh Rana) and the other by budding politician Ranvijay Singh (Irfan Khan). Aniruddh (Jimmy Shergill) and Niharika (Hrishitaa Bhatt) love each other and are students in the same college. Aniruddh is interested in dramatics. He hails from a decent family and aspires to take up theatre as his full time profession. Niharika comes from a conservative Thakur family. While rehearsing for a drama Aniruddh accidentally bumps into Ranvijay who after committing a murder is escaping from a rival gang. Jimmy helps him evade the chasers.

The incident draws close Anniruddh and Ranvijay. Aniruddh pays little heed to the warnings given to him by friends and even girlfriend Niharika that Ranvijay is not what he believes him to be. Gradually Anniruddh gets sucked into dirty politics. His blind faith in Ranvijay only gets Anniruddh used to garner votes for elections. One things leads into another and Anniruddh finds himself trapped into the whirlpool of dirty politics.

The problem between Anniruddh and Niharika brews when Jimmy shoots Niharika’s cousin and escapes to Bombay. When he returns to his home town he is shocked to hear that Niharika is to marry Ranvijay. How he finally fights Ranvijay and unites with his lover Niharika forms the crux of the story.

The plot of Haasil is interesting. Tigmanshu Dhulia has handled the story deftly. He has given it a very authentic touch. The dialogues of the film deserve a special mention making the film worth a watch. However in a bid to focus the political scenario the love angle takes a back seat. Tigmanshu could have concentrated in developing a love aspect between lovers Anniruddh and Niharika.

Jatin Lalit’s music is pleasing to the ears.
Performance wise Jimmy Shergill appears to be sincere. Though Hrishitaa Bhatt as Niharika has nothing much to do she makes her presence felt. Ashutosh Rana and Tinnu Anand are okay. The one to deserve special mention and attention is Irfan Khan. Rarely does one see a character that can send shivers down your spine, leaving you wondering what will he do next. He is excellent! So his Haasil! Watch it! But be prepared for the gory violence too!


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***HAASIL, KEEPS GETTING CRITIC's RAVE REVIEWS:for its ORIGINALITY, besides GORE!

http://www.screenindia.com/fullstory.ph ... nt_id=3993

Original story, good performances

Sonia Chopra


Cast and Credits


Producer
Karma Films
Director
Tigmanshu Dhulia
Music
Jatin-Lalit
Cast
Jimmy Shergill, Hrishitaa Bhatt, Irrfan Khan





university in Allahabad is ridden with internal politics between two rival groups led by Ranvijay Singh (Irrfan Khan) and Gaurishankar Pandey (Ashutosh Rana). Countless lives are lost in this struggle for power and when the Chief Minister (Sudhir Pandey) objects, he is explained that this is how “grassroot politics” works.

Anirudh (Jimmy Shergill) is a likable sort of a guy who acts in college plays, has a crush on his pretty classmate Niharika (Hrishitaa Bhatt), and has occasional family problems with his nagging yet concerned father (Tinnu Anand).

Ranvijay meets Anirudh and ostentatiously proclaims that he “likes artist.” The two become friends. But while he helps Anirudh meet Niharika, Ranvijay himself is interested in her. He embroils Anirudh in a viciously thought-out plan, wherein Anirudh is forced to leave town. Meanwhile, Ranvijay steps in and convinces Niharika’s father to let him marry her. With the help of his friends, Anirudh manages to elope with Niharika and they marry in a dargah. But politics does not leave them alone. Ranvijay’s rivals track them down and claim to be their saviours. How the two lovers survive in the murky world of power-grabbing forms the crux.

The climax shot in the Kumbh mela is interesting, but the end is over-simplified and too convenient. It is interesting that by showing Anirudh as an artist and a lover, the film juxtaposes their innocence vis-a-vis the corruption of politics.

The film is well shot but exceedingl slow, it needed sharper editing.

Songs by Jatin-Lalit are good especially, ‘Ankhen bhi...’ and the qawaali, ‘Tu hi tu...’ Sound design is very effective.

Jimmy Shergill gives a good performance and creates genuine empathy for his character. Hrishitaa Bhatt shows improvement.

What really lifts Haasil above the riff-raff are performances of its supporting cast. Irrfan Khan as Ranvijay is exemplary. And each member of the cast (Ashutosh Rana, Murad Ali, Sudhir Pandey, Atmaram Bhende, Raj Zutshi among others) leave a mark. An impressive debut by director Tigmanshu Dhulia.




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