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Akshay Kumar’s Hindi remake of Soorarai Pottru is engaging and emotional that will keep you glued to the screen. Sarfira directed by Sudha Kongara and is releasing in theatres on 12 July, 2024 read more
 "An inspirational film that will make you cry and clap at the same time!")
Sarfira Movie Review: Akshay Kumar is back in full form after a long time
Language: Hindi and Marathi
Director: Sudha Kongara Prasad
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Radhika Madan, Paresh Rawal, Seema Biswas, Prakash Belawadi, Anil Charanjeett, Rahul Vohra, Saurabh Goyal
It is a delightful to see Akshay Kumar back in full form after a dry spell. Sarfira is a true story of resilience and determination. And most importantly all you need for a film to be successful is a good director and a story that touches your heart and Sarfira has ticked all those boxes. It’s indeed an aspirational film. Based on real life story of Capt. Gopinath, the founder of India’s first low-cost airline, Air Deccan, the film touches your heart to see the emotional journey of this ex-Indian Air Force pilot who never gave up on his dreams despite all the hurdles that came his way. It’s a common man’s story who fights all odds to bring about an end to the class and caste divide in our society in his own way. He and his two other friends left the Indian Air Force to make an airline in which all could fly.
Sky is the limit for everybody and the motto of the three friends was that every common man must have the freedom to fly high. A journey driven by ambition, determination and the never give up attitude is what makes Sarfira unique in many ways. Akshay Kumar has done justice to the character of Vir Jagannath Mhatre, a fictional character inspired from a real-life hero, Capt. Gopinath .
Sarfira is a delightful watch because it inspires all of us to dream big. The story of Akshay Kumar’s Sarfira believes in the entrepreneurial spirit of the youth. This fresh spin will strike a chord with the audience for its storytelling. There are several emotional moments too, especially when Vir Jagannath Mhatre (Akshay Kumar), an Air Force pilot, was unable to reach his father when his father was on death-bed because he didn’t have the money to fly. He kept pleading with the people at the airport for money, but nobody helped, saying that only people with money can fly. This was the time when he decided that no matter what he is going to make an airline which will allow all to fly. Filled with thrill and tension, there are several low moments too in Vir Jagannath Mhatre’s (Akshay Kumar) life, when all the high and mighty try to pull him down.
There were several hurdles in his journey and there were many powerful people in the ministry and the airlines industry who tried hard to sabotage his dreams. But no hurdles could stop the strong-headed Vir Jagannath Mhatre (Akshay Kumar). With support from the Indian Air Force, the retired pilots and his wife, Vir Jagannath Mhatre (Akshay Kumar) worked hard to fulfill his dream of making an airline where a safai wala (cleaning woman) could also travel by air. He believes that everything can happen and all you need is to have faith in your dreams which will give it a start.
Akshay Kumar’s performance added depth to the character of Vir Jagannath Mhatre, a simple guy from an interior village of Maharashtra. From the makers of Airlift, Baby, OMG 2, Toilet, and Jai Bhim, Sarfira is an incredible story set in the world of startups and aviation. The film is all set to inspire the common man to dream big and to chase their dreams even if the world calls you crazy. The story teaches all of us who have been once told in their lives that you cannot, and should not and that you are not capable enough to achieve what you want to in life. It is indeed a big thank you to them, because it is their resistance which allows people to be determined to achieve their dreams.
Not just Akshay Kumar, Radhikka Madan, Paresh Rawal and Seema Biswas, in fact all the actors including Anil Charanjeett have done a brilliant job. Radhikka Madan’s playful, yet empowering role as Rani will make you realise that all you need to survive is determination and that fire in your belly.
Directed by Sudha Kongara, a National Award-winning filmmaker who is known for her exceptional storytelling and nuanced filmmaking. Akshay brought in unparalleled energy and depth to a narrative that inspires the common man to dream big and chase their aspirations. Kongara brings her signature finesse and insight to Sarfira, ensuring a cinematic experience that is both profound and entertaining.
Sarfira , a promising film is written by Sudha and Shalini Ushadevi, with dialogues by Pooja Tolani, and a G.V. Prakash Kumar musical, Sarfira is produced by Aruna Bhatia (Cape of Good Films), South superstars Suriya and Jyotika (2D Entertainment) and Vikram Malhotra (Abundantia Entertainment). Slated for a nationwide release on July 12th, the film promises to captivate audiences with its powerful narrative.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Watch the trailer of Sarfira here:
Lachmi Deb Roy is the entertainment editor of Firtspost, Network18. She reviews films and series with a gender lens. Her interviews are called 'Not Just Bollywood' because she takes huge interest in world cinema. OTT over theatrical releases is her preference unless and until its a King Khan film. She takes interest in fashion, food and art reviews too. see more
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