This Friday, while 'Yoddha' hit the cinema screens, 'Murder Mubarak' graced the OTT platform Netflix, starring the brilliant Sara Ali Khan, Vijay Varma, Pankaj Tripathi, Karishma Kapoor, and Dimple Kapadia. Even if you missed 'Yoddha' in theaters, enjoy 'Murder Mubarak' from the comfort of your home and decide if it's your weekend pick.
What's the story behind 'Murder Mubarak'?
'Murder Mubarak' unfolds in the opulent 'The Royal Delhi Club', exclusive to the high society craving luxury. A child's cry interrupts the Diwali party, sending chills through the crowd. Everything seems normal until Leo Mathew (Aashim Gulati) suddenly drops dead during a gym workout.
The club's president dismisses it as an accident, but ACP Bhawani Singh (Pankaj Tripathi) believes it's a premeditated murder. As the police investigation deepens, the hideous truths about the lives of the wealthy emerge. You'll have to watch the movie to discover the real plot.
How's the story and direction?
Expecting a suspense thriller? 'Murder Mubarak' may disappoint. The weak narrative is matched by even weaker direction. Homi Adajania, known for his past cinematic gems, sets a puzzling tone from the first shot. The film revolves around a murder but weaves a web where everyone seems suspect. It's a tale of stabbing in the dark.
'Murder Mubarak' lacks the ambience a murder mystery needs. Even the dark comedy falls flat, failing to evoke laughter or tears.
Pankaj Tripathi's Performance is the Silver Lining
Sara Ali Khan, Vijay Varma, and Karishma Kapoor do justice to their roles, but it's sad seeing talents like Dimple Kapadia and Tisca Chopra overact. Kapadia was brilliant in 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar' but her performance in 'Murder Mubarak' seems wasted.
In a 2-hour-20-minute film, if there's someone to watch, it's Pankaj Tripathi. His talent saves the day, making the film bearable. Otherwise, you might be reaching for the TV remote, not 15 minutes in.
So much is said, and that's enough. The decision to watch 'Murder Mubarak' is yours. Just a heads-up: don't expect too much, and keep some headache medicine handy. You might need it after.
