Sanak Story :-
Set in Mumbai, “Sanak” unfolds within the confines of a besieged hospital, where Vivaan Ahuja (played by Vidyut Jammwal) finds himself trapped alongside his wife Anshika (portrayed by Rukmini Maitra). The central question that drives the narrative is whether Vivaan can muster the courage and skill to rescue Anshika and the other hostages from the clutches of dangerous hoodlums.
Movie Ratings
| Release Date | 15 October 2021 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genre | Action, Crime, Thriller |
| Duration | 1h 57min |
| Cast | Vidyut Jammwal, Rukmini Maitra, Neha Dhupia, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Chandan Roy, Kiran Karmarkar, Sunil Kumar Palwal, Daniele Balconi, Ivy Haralson, Alois Knapps, Du Tran Au, Harminder Singh Alag, Adrija Sinha, Neha Pednekar, Tanguy Guinchard, Sefa Demirbus, Felix Fukoyoshi, Dimitri Vujicic, Shreyal Shetty, Sanjay Kulkarni, Karthikesh, Asif Ali Beg, Arjun Ramesh, Sudhanva Deshpande, Anand Alkunte |
| Director | Kanishk Varma |
| Writer | Ashish Prakash Verma |
| Cinematography | Pratik Deora |
| Music | Saurabh Bhalerao, Chirrantan Bhatt, Jeet Gannguli |
| Producer | Vipul Amrutlal Shah, Aashin A. Shah |
| Production | Zee Studios, Sunshine Pictures |
| Certificate | 13+ |
Kanishk Varma’s “Sanak” follows a linear narrative, primarily focusing on the intense battle between two opposing forces: Vivaan Ahuja, a physically fit and muscular individual, and Saju (portrayed by Chandan Roy Sanyal) along with his band of adept fighters who have taken the hospital’s occupants hostage.
Clocking in at 117 minutes, the drama, penned by Ashish P. Verma, starts off slowly, establishing the chemistry between the lead couple as they celebrate their third anniversary. However, the pace quickly accelerates as the story plunges into the siege situation at the hospital, where Anshika and others are held captive. From the outset, the basic plotline is predictable: the hero will engage in fierce combat to overpower the villains and rescue the hostages. Yet, the narrative suffers from occasional lapses in logic, leading to moments of disbelief for the audience. For instance, a child in the hospital miraculously defuses a bomb within seconds, while the bomb squad fails to do so, leaving viewers disappointed. Furthermore, the soundtrack fails to leave a lasting impression, with only two forgettable songs. However, Saurabh Bhalerao and Suyash Kelkar’s background score adds intensity to the proceedings.
As expected, the film’s standout feature is Vidyut Jammwal’s action sequences, showcasing his prowess in martial arts and combat. With his powerful moves, he single-handedly takes on the terrorists, commanding the screen with his dynamic presence. Credit is due to action director Andy Long Nguyen, whose expertise in martial arts ensures that viewers are kept on the edge of their seats throughout the combat scenes. Particularly noteworthy is the gripping showdown in the physiotherapy room. However, the climactic battle falls short of expectations and could have been better choreographed.
The female leads, Rukmini Maitra and Neha Dhupia, have limited roles but deliver commendable performances. Maitra portrays Anshika with finesse, while Dhupia impresses as inspector Jayati Bhargav, despite her character’s underdeveloped arc. In a negative role, Chandan Roy Sanyal shines as Saju, exuding ruthlessness and menace effortlessly.
In conclusion, “Sanak” relies heavily on Vidyut Jammwal’s charisma and action sequences to drive the narrative forward. While the film may be predictable, it caters to fans of action-packed dramas and serves as a showcase for Jammwal’s martial arts prowess.
