Genre: War Drama (Action Thriller)
Language: Hindi
Release Date: 31st July, 2020.
OTT Platform : Sony LIV
Age Suitability : 16+
Wise Movie Reviews Rating : 4/5
Synopsis
The web series 'Avrodh' is based on the surgical strike of Uri that took place in 2016. As we all know, a movie named 'Uri-The Surgical Strike' on the same incident released in 2019. The movie starring Vicky Kaushal received a huge response from the audience. So, from the very beginning there's was a huge craze amongst the audience for the upcoming web series 'Avrodh'. Have the makers been able to fulfill the expectations of the viewers? Let's discuss.
Direction and Script Analysis
The makers have tried to portray a detailed description of the event, and the atmosphere of the war is set-up beautifully. After watching this web series, the audience will understand that the war is not fought only on the battle field. There's a huge planning that takes place behind our eyes.
The realistic approach of the presentation will certainly attract the viewers. Director Raj Acharya has handled the pace of the series quite well. The build-up phase is shown with utmost care in the initial episodes, and the series picks up well in the last two episodes to end on a high note. The series is based on the book ‘India’s Most Fearless’ written by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh.
The screenplay writers have also done a brilliant job to keep the audience hooked throughout the nine episodes of this web series. The dialogues are so well-written that they will startle you. Brilliant writing and the direction take the series to the next level.
Performances
All the characters have been given equal importance in this web series. The relationship between the characters are established quite nicely throughout the web series. The lead character of the series, Amit Sadh has delivered another brilliant performance as Major Videep Singh, a Special force commander. It is quite evident that the actor has worked really hard to maintain his physique in this web series. Amit Sadh has owned the character completely with his on screen presence.
Darshan Kumaar as Major Raunak Gautam of Indian Army has complemented him quite well. The determination of the character is portrayed brilliantly by Darshan Kumaar. Madhurima Tuli plays the role of the journalist Namrata Joshi. Madhurima Tuli has tried her best to portray the character of a reporter who is eager to find the truth at any cost.
The character of the National security officer Shailesh Malviya is written so well and Neeraj Kabi has done full justice to the role. Here, he plays the role of a typical bureaucrat who served RAW after having a career as a journalist. Neeraj Kabi has been able to portray every aspect of the character quite well on screen. After 'Paatal Lok', this character of Neeraj Kabi will also stay in the mind of the audience for a long time. His chemistry with Ananth Mahadevan will give the viewers a clear idea about the behind the scene happenings to maintain the security of the country.
Vikram Gokhale has delivered a powerful performance as the Prime Minister of India. Anil George has also been quite good as the negative character 'Abu Hafiz'. The supporting actors have also done a wonderful job throughout the series. The performances of the actors should be one of the reasons to watch this web series.
Technical Details
Editing
The editing is another positive aspect of this web series. The series will not bore the viewers for a single moment. The pace is quite well managed throughout the whole series.
Cinematography
The cinematography is quite impressive as it will certainly give the viewers the feel of real locations. However, the CGI work in the war scenes could have been slightly better. But, overall the series is shot well.
Background Score
The background music is appropriately used throughout the web series. It matches well with the theme of the series.
Overall Review
The detailing and connectivity to ground reality makes the series a Must-watch. Every Indian should watch this web series and feel proud of our Nation.
WMR Rating: 4.0/5.0
Performance: 4.0/5.0
Script: 4.0/5.0
Screenplay: 4.0/5.0
Music / Background Score: 4.0/5.0
Cinematography: 3.5/5.0
Editing: 4.0/5.0
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