This weekend, we are seeing the release of two much awaited films – The Accidental Prime Minister and Uri. The Accidental Prime Minister created a lot of controversy even before its release, and we couldn’t wait to see Anupam Kher in this avatar.
From the very beginning, you must keep in mind that the film is based on a book, and offers an in depth insight into the life of Manmohan Singh, during his tenure as the PM.
It’s very clear from the onset of the film that propaganda is the main agenda of the film – to portray Manmohan Singh as a mere puppet in the hands of one of the most powerful families in the country.
In fact, the former PM is showcased as a weak and dare we say, spineless man, who was entirely manipulated and controlled by Sonia Gandhi and clan.
Anupam Kher must be applauded for his efforts to portray Manmohan Singh. However, The Accidental Prime Minister is a film that grossly lacks clarity or even a sense of a proper agenda. That is enough to belittle even a man of Kher’s calibre.
Twitterati, however, are divided on their opinion. While some are calling it propaganda films, some are saying that Anupam Kher is disgraceful in the film. On the other hand, some are saying that the film highlights the truth of his tenure.
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The Accidental Prime Minister movie review: A shoddy propaganda film | Entertainment News, The Indian Express https://t.co/IFVbdUFrFX
— Nidhi Razdan (@Nidhi) January 11, 2019
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The accidental Actor pic.twitter.com/mmnRfzshnp
— R R (@RacchaRidhvik) January 11, 2019
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https://twitter.com/YasPhysio/status/1083662809509040128
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It’s hard to fathom that #anupamkher did #AccidentalPM
An actor who performed in #saraansh and #daddy with aplomb is reduced to a caricature. A marvellous acting career dented.— Himayath Khan (@HimayathKhan_) January 11, 2019
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https://twitter.com/Onelife24014690/status/1083659708546727937
The film did receive some positive reviews:
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#ACCIDENTAL PRIME MINISTER 🎥
Is an excellent political drama first time in history of indian cinema
Congratulations @AnupamPKher #akshey khanna for brilliant performances and entire team for well made film with unique cinematic expression
You have to see it to believe it 🎥— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) January 10, 2019
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Politics buffs will enjoy The Accidental Prime Minister. Anupam Kher is simply brilliant as Manmohan Singh. Delivery, body language. Suzanne Bernert is very convincing as Sonia Gandhi. Akshaye Khanna remains Akshaye Khanna. Screenplay and storytelling isn’t gripping, though
— Abhijit Majumder (@abhijitmajumder) January 10, 2019
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Just watched first day, first show of #TheAccidentalPrimeMinister #AnupamKher
Awesome movie. A naked truth of 2004-2014 !!
People will forget original look of manmohan ji . You rocked @AnupamPKher ji. Akshay Khanna was brilliant too.
A must watch. pic.twitter.com/Cxg34k8Cfd
— Unapologetic Bhartiya.🇮🇳 (@anil_alchemist) January 11, 2019
Propaganda film or not, we would give the film 2 out of 5 stars.
