CityLights Movie Review: Face the mirror of reality this Friday

Film: CityLights

Director: Hansal Mehta

Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Patralekha and Manav Kaul

The movie is an adaptation of a 2014 British film 'Metro Manila’. It will hit approximately 400 screens on Friday but its critics and fans have already made the movie a hit.
The film also stars debutante Patralekha and Manav Kaul.

‘CityLights’ is made at a budget of less than Rs 6 crore (including production and marketing). Market analysts say the movie is doing good business as it has already earned an impressive amount from satellite rights and music.


Storyline: ‘CityLights’ has an Indian story that has the fragrance of our own people. It is based on the life of a farmer in Rajasthan who comes to the metro city of Mumbai along with his wife and daughter, hoping a better life. The story revolves around the challenges they face. They encounter with the harsh realities of a demanding city like Mumbai. How they fight the odds with the power of their love is the story all about.

Review:  Rajkummar and Patralekha have done justice with their roles. Their emotions and dialogue delivery speak volumes about their acting skills. The winning chemistry of ‘Shahid’ duo-Hansal and Rajkummar- can be easily felt in ‘CityLights’ too.

The movie will leave you in shock. As the story progresses you may have tears in your eyes as the harsh reality of metros may even haunt you.

This hard-hitting and terrific film will not just entertain you but promise to show you the mirror of reality. CityLights is one such gripping film that shows the dark underbelly of metropolitan cities. The harsh reality of life has been perfectly executed by Rajkummar and Patralekha.

Unlike other films of this genre, CityLights has equally good music track.

This Friday, don’t forget to come to theaters to face this mirror of reality.

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Music review: Queen

Composer: Amit Trivedi; Singers: Labh Janjua, Sonu Kakkad, Neha Kakkad, Amit Trivedi, Shefali Alvares, Nikhil D'souza, Arijit Singh, Nandini Srikar, Mohan Kanan, and Rupesh Kumar Ram

Directed by Vikas Bahl, Queen, featuring Kangana Ranaut in the title role, shows her journey of rediscovering her own identity while alone on her honeymoon. The movie also features Rajkummar Rao and Lisa Haydon.

The album consists of eight tracks. Each song has its own identity, thanks to Amit Trivedi's beautiful composition and simple yet expressive lyrics by Anvita Dutt.

London Thumakda starts the album on a very energetic note. Sung by Labh Janjua, Sonu and Neha Kakkad, it will surely make listeners groove a bit. The quirky lyrics, mixed with the right beat, will make it a must play at the next wedding season.

Badra Bahaar, sung by Amit Trivedi, is next in line. The manner of its rendition reminds one of Nayan Tarse from Dev D, while the use of guitar and occasional 'veena' makes it captivating.

It is followed by O Gujariya. A very urban duet, sung by Shefali Alvares and Nikhil D'souza, it is a very upbeat party track. An apt song for youth.

Fourth song is Arijit Singh's Taake Jhaanke. Singh, known for creating romantic songs, takes a different route with the chirpy number, which is funnier, happier and expressive.

Jugni (Queen) follows. Another song by singer Trivedi, it has meaningful lyrics and the ability to grow on the listeners.

Nandini Srikar has crooned Harjaiyaan. Her voice infused with the right blend of musical instruments takes the listeners to a different level. Though the singer's voice has an urban touch, the music is earthy and the contrast plays the trick.

Next is Kinaare by Mohan Kanan. A very expressive and poetic number, it has the sound of trumpet and sitar and has the ability to strike the right chord. If you are a dreamer, take a journey with the song.

Rupesh Kumar Ram's Ranjha (Queen), a short Punjabi piece with minimal music, wraps up the album.

Variety is the highlight of the album. It offers a song for every mood and taste. The album has an urban touch, but Trivedi has kept it earthy to match the theme of the movie.

Source: Box Office Report

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