Directed By - Shoojit Sircar
Starring - Ayushmann Khurrana, Yami Gautam,Annu Kapoor, Dolly Ahluwalia.
Early in the film we see Vicky (Ayushmann) coming to Dr Chadha's (Kapoor) clinic to 'volunteer'. As most would be, he feels awkward doing what he has come to do and Dr Chadha helps by providing adult magazines and videos. Why i mention this scene is,not only because its hilarious, but it also shows the prejudices that exist in modern society regarding sperm donation, a theme this film beautifully portrays.
'Vicky Donor' is about Vicky Arora a typical Delhi-ite 'over the top panju'. He is not bothered about his career, loves shopping, active on social networking sites, parties all night. He comes to the notice of Dr Baldev Chadha who is an infertility expert going through a sperm drought. As he himself declares he is a man who can identify a guy's sperms just by looking at the fellow. After trying hard for a long time, Vicky finally gives in and starts volunteering for donation. Business is great, he is earning money and also falls in love with the beautiful Ashima Roy ( Gautam) who works in a bank. Ultimately both tie the knot.The problem starts when Ashima finds out that she cant become pregnant and Vicky's profession is revealed.
Shoojit Sircar had earlier delivered the hard hitting 'Yahaan' which was a love story set against the backdrop of military problems in Kashmir. Most would think this is virgin territory for him but what he delivers is a hysterical film which is so simple that most urban people (especially Delhi-ites and bengalis) would connect with it. The main reason for this is that Vicky Donor is essentially a love story between a Punjabi Boy and a Bengali girl. The scenes portraying the cultural clash between the two great communites leaves you in splits. With Ashima's pishi and baba on one side and Vicky's Bebe and Beeji on the other. Ashima's father (i didnt catch the actor's name) is a standout especially in the scene where he goes on to describe how bengali men are as good in bed as punjabi's. From the punjabi scene, the progressive grandmom 'beeji' is brilliant. The film takes a light hearted view on the urban issue and also looks to explore the prejudices that even the modern generation suffers from. Shoojit undermines none of the communities and in fact skillfully plants 'beeji' and the father in law as progressive in terms of their grandson/son in law's profession.
Starring - Ayushmann Khurrana, Yami Gautam,Annu Kapoor, Dolly Ahluwalia.
Early in the film we see Vicky (Ayushmann) coming to Dr Chadha's (Kapoor) clinic to 'volunteer'. As most would be, he feels awkward doing what he has come to do and Dr Chadha helps by providing adult magazines and videos. Why i mention this scene is,not only because its hilarious, but it also shows the prejudices that exist in modern society regarding sperm donation, a theme this film beautifully portrays.
'Vicky Donor' is about Vicky Arora a typical Delhi-ite 'over the top panju'. He is not bothered about his career, loves shopping, active on social networking sites, parties all night. He comes to the notice of Dr Baldev Chadha who is an infertility expert going through a sperm drought. As he himself declares he is a man who can identify a guy's sperms just by looking at the fellow. After trying hard for a long time, Vicky finally gives in and starts volunteering for donation. Business is great, he is earning money and also falls in love with the beautiful Ashima Roy ( Gautam) who works in a bank. Ultimately both tie the knot.The problem starts when Ashima finds out that she cant become pregnant and Vicky's profession is revealed.
Shoojit Sircar had earlier delivered the hard hitting 'Yahaan' which was a love story set against the backdrop of military problems in Kashmir. Most would think this is virgin territory for him but what he delivers is a hysterical film which is so simple that most urban people (especially Delhi-ites and bengalis) would connect with it. The main reason for this is that Vicky Donor is essentially a love story between a Punjabi Boy and a Bengali girl. The scenes portraying the cultural clash between the two great communites leaves you in splits. With Ashima's pishi and baba on one side and Vicky's Bebe and Beeji on the other. Ashima's father (i didnt catch the actor's name) is a standout especially in the scene where he goes on to describe how bengali men are as good in bed as punjabi's. From the punjabi scene, the progressive grandmom 'beeji' is brilliant. The film takes a light hearted view on the urban issue and also looks to explore the prejudices that even the modern generation suffers from. Shoojit undermines none of the communities and in fact skillfully plants 'beeji' and the father in law as progressive in terms of their grandson/son in law's profession.
Of the cast Dolly Ahluwalia and Vicky's Grandmom are magnificent. Especially in the scenes where they have conversations while drinking cheap whisky. The bengali side is no less. the 'sophisticated' and well read pishi is brilliant. She is almost like a slap on the face of the over the top intellectual bengali. The father too is a character most would find in their home. A simple rabindrasangeet and mohun bagan loving man who frowns at the prospect of having a 'paanjaabi jamai'. Annu kapoor as Dr Chadha shows that rare quality that lies in experience. He breathers life into the sperm loving, typical panju doctor. He is one of the biggest reasons why this film works. Ultimately, the film is nothing without its leads. Yami Gautam plays a bengali girl to perfection (not to mention she looks like a million bucks) and shares a brilliant chemistry with Ayushmann. Last but not the least its TV man Ayushmaan who packs the punch. He is simple outstanding as Vicky. He is a bag of talent and lights up the screen with his presence. The Vicky-Ashima chemistry is beautiful to say the least.
The music of the film is pretty good with my favourite being 'Paani da' sung by the lead man himself.
All in All Vicky Donor is one film no one should miss especially Bongs and panju's living in Delhi (or otherwise). Sircar's second outing is an excellent product which is sure to make you laugh till your stomach starts paining. Its a small film with a BIG heart.
Rating - 8.7/10
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