Film Review: Jaat: A Typical Action Masala Film

By Shantishwarup Tripathi

• Rating: 3 Stars
• Producers: Naveen Yerneni, Yalamanchili Ravi Shankar, T.G. Vishwaprasad, Umesh Kumar Bansal
• Studios: Mythri Movie Makers,   People Media Factory, G Studios
• Writers: Gopichand Malineni, Sai Madhav Burra, Saurabh Gupta
• Director: Gopichand Malineni
• Cast: Sunny Deol, Regina Cassandra, Randeep Hooda, Vineet Kumar Singh, Saiyami Kher, Ramya Krishnan, Jagapathi Babu, Babloo Prithviraj,Upendra Limaye, Zarina Wahab, etc.
• Duration: 2 hours 33 minutes

These days, films filled with intense action and violence are ruling the box office, and Jaat is a perfect example of this genre. Reminiscent of South Indian masala films, it may not appeal to family or class audiences, but action and masala lovers will surely enjoy it. Released on April 10th, the film started with modest numbers, but word-of-mouth publicity may help it gain traction. There's no shortage of action film enthusiasts, and Sunny Deol's own image might contribute to the film’s success. The story revolves around an officer who once took pride in his uniform, but now, dressed in plain clothes, sets out to eradicate corruption. Naturally, action sequences dominate every scene, which is why the film features four action directors. Among them are South Indian action choreographers Ram Laxman and Peter Hein.

Story

The story of Jaat begins in 2009 in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, where the Sri Lankan army is conducting searches in the jungle after the end of terrorist organizations. Four laborers discover a chest filled with gold bars while digging a pit. They kill the nearby soldiers and use a boat to travel to the coast of Prakasham district in Andhra Pradesh, India, where they hide the chest. They bribe the local coast guard to forge their identities as local residents. One of them, Ranthunga (Randeep Hooda), is crucial to the plot.

The story then shifts 15 years later when a third-grade girl’s letter, requesting help, reaches the president of India, accompanied by severed thumbs from all the villagers. The president orders CBI officer Satyamurthy to investigate the situation. Meanwhile, a mysterious man traveling on a train from Ayodhya to South India claims to be Jaat (Sunny Deol). After the train stops in Chhilaka village in Andhra Pradesh, he visits a local dhaba where an altercation occurs, leading Jaat to confront the local goons. The leader of these goons, Somulu (Vineet Kumar Singh), takes Jaat to his brother Ranthunga. As the story unfolds, Jaat’s quest to rescue kidnapped police officers leads him to a deeper conspiracy involving Ranthunga, who has been a notorious figure for the past 15 years. He was once the leader of a terrorist organization in Jaffna and is now ruthlessly trying to clear out 30 villages in the coastal district to secure a massive fortune.

To know what happens next with Jaat’s true identity and his battle against Ranthunga, you’ll need to watch the film.

Review

On the storyline front, there’s nothing particularly new; this kind of narrative has been seen in countless films before. However, the screenplay is well-crafted with unexpected twists and turns. The scenes involving the introduction of Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, and Vineet Kumar Singh are engaging and skillfully executed. The film incorporates themes of honor, land, and the nation with plenty of impactful dialogues. From high-tech weapons like long-range bazookas to close combat with swords and sickles, the film delivers a full-blown action experience. The action sequences are typical of South Indian cinema, with over-the-top violence and bloodshed. While the film might not appeal to family audiences, female viewers, or the more refined taste, action fans in single-screen theaters will likely enjoy it.

Although there is a lot of tension throughout the film, the script’s writing sometimes falters, especially when the "sorry" angle is stretched too long. Some dialogues are weak, but director Gopichand Malineni deserves credit for keeping the audience engaged with his direction. The exaggerated violence and bloodshed will certainly turn off family and class audiences, but the mass audience will likely enjoy the film’s high-energy action sequences.

Performance

Sunny Deol as Jaat (Brigadier) makes an impact with his intense portrayal. His anger feels believable, and audiences can sense his anger and frustration. However, he remains mostly static in his action scenes, standing in one place while executing his moves. Randeep Hooda shines in his role as Ranthunga, delivering a solid performance. Unfortunately, Vineet Kumar Singh fails to leave a lasting impression as Somulu. Given his talent, playing Somulu might not have been the best role choice for him. Regina Cassandra, as Ranthunga's wife, impresses with her performance. Ramya Krishnan also does a great job in her role as the President. The rest of the cast delivers decent performances.

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