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Vanvaas Story :-

On his birthday in Varanasi, an elderly father with dementia is deserted by his sons. As he wanders alone, he encounters a petty criminal, setting off a chain of events that deeply changes both the crook’s life and the lives of those they meet.

Vanvaas Release Date, Trailor, Songs, Cast :-

Release Date	13 January 2023
Language	English
Genre	Action, Thriller
Duration	1h 47min
Cast	Gerard Butler, Mike Colter, Yoson An, Tony Goldwyn, Daniella Pineda, Kelly Gale, Remi Adeleke, Haleigh Hekking, Lilly Krug, Joey Slotnick, Oliver Trevena, Paul Ben-Victor, Quinn McPherson
Director	Jean-François Richet
Writer	Charles Cumming, J. P. Davis
Cinematography	Brendan Galvin
Music	Marco Beltrami, Marcus Trumpp
Producer	Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Mark Vahradian, Marc Butan, Gerard Butler, Alan Siegel, Eda Kowan, Luillo Ruiz
Production	MadRiver Pictures, Olive Hill Media, Di Bonaventura Pictures, G-BASE Film Productions
Certificate	16+

Vanvaas Review :-

Vanvaas marks director Anil Sharma’s return to social dramas, a genre he first explored in the early 1980s with films like Shradhanjali and Bandhan Kuchchey Dhaagon Ke, which addressed social issues of the time. After a long break from this genre, Sharma revisits familiar territory with Vanvaas, a film that tackles socially relevant themes with sincere intent. However, its lengthy 160-minute runtime and excessive melodrama undermine what could have been a compelling and impactful narrative. The story, centered on parental abandonment, dementia, and redemption through a rough-around-the-edges character, evokes the spirit of 80s films but lacks the freshness to elevate it. While Vanvaas remains a relevant film, tighter editing could have made it a more engaging experience.

The story centers on Deepak Tyagi (Nana Patekar), a retired man living peacefully with his three sons and their wives. Battling early-onset dementia, Deepak often reminisces about his late wife, Vimala Tyagi (Khushboo), whom he loved deeply. His frequent corrections and idealistic ways, however, frustrate his family. Growing weary of his behavior, they plan to celebrate his birthday in Varanasi and abandon him at an old age home. When asked for identification at the home, the family decides instead to leave him at one of the ghats. With no memory of his past or family, Deepak believes his sons—whom he recalls as children—are lost and begins a desperate search for them. During his journey, he meets Veeru (Utkarsh Sharma), a small-time thief, and their unlikely friendship sets off a series of profound changes in Veeru’s life and those of the people around him.

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This social drama captivates primarily due to Nana Patekar’s powerful performance. As a retired man grappling with dementia, Patekar delivers a profoundly moving portrayal, infusing the character with authenticity and emotional depth as he navigates the trauma of being abandoned by his own sons. He commands the screen, appearing in nearly every scene and fully inhabiting the role. Utkarsh Sharma, as Veeru, gives a heartfelt performance, steadily improving with each film, although his inconsistent Banarasi accent occasionally undermines the authenticity. Simratt Kaur, playing Meena, has a small role, while Rajpal Yadav and Ashwini Kalsekar offer solid support, each bringing strength to their respective parts.

Vanvaas tackles an important theme but often relies too heavily on a preachy tone to convey its message. Nana Patekar’s dialogues, laced with references to Karl Marx and B.R. Ambedkar, frequently veer into moralizing, which can feel overbearing. The film is weighed down by melodrama and feels unnecessarily stretched, with songs that fail to leave a lasting impact. However, Kabir Lal’s cinematography beautifully captures the spirit of Varanasi. The reasoning behind the sons’ decision to abandon their father is not fully explored, leaving a gap in the story. While Patekar’s portrayal of helplessness evokes sympathy and tugs at the heartstrings, it doesn’t achieve the emotional catharsis of films like Baghban. Director Anil Sharma’s intentions are sincere, but the execution lacks the sharpness needed to truly resonate.