Fukrey 3 Movie Review: Choocha & Gang Shine, But Movie Falls Short of Hilarious Expectations In Complex Comedy
In the eagerly anticipated third installment of the Fukrey series, the filmmakers ingeniously provide newcomers with a helpful and impressive recap track, ensuring that even those who haven't watched the prequels can dive into the world of "choochiyaap" that the Fukra gang has navigated. It's worth noting that while you can still enjoy this sequel as a standalone film, you'll be missing out on the best of the series if you skip the earlier entries. Nevertheless, "Fukrey Returns" is far from a lackluster sequel.
The beloved quartet is back: Hunny (Pulkit Samrat), Choocha (Varun Sharma), Lali (Manjot Singh), and Pandit (Pankaj Tripathi). However, Choocha's "Deja Chu" power no longer brings them lottery riches; instead, they find themselves stuck in mundane odd jobs, blissfully ignoring Bholi Punjaban (Richa Chadha), who's now set to enter the political arena.
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As the story unfolds, Bholi Punjaban cleverly ropes them into working for her, setting in motion a hilarious series of events. Choocha unexpectedly gains more public popularity than her and decides to enter the election fray himself. Amidst all this chaos, a madcap coal-mine diamond hunt ensues, featuring Shunda Singh Ahluwalia (Manu Rishi Chadha), and it culminates in a manner that is fitting for the film's zany narrative. However, the heart of the story revolves around the gang's new superpower and their constant efforts to elude Bholi's schemes.
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Vipul Vig's storyline is steeped in the quintessential "Fukrey" charm, maintaining the franchise's distinct identity. "Fukrey" has always been about the comical dynamics of a group of friends with eccentric superpowers, and this installment stays true to that spirit.
While the film begins on a high note, it does experience a decline in the second half. It feels as though the writers exhausted their best jokes early on, leaving the latter half slightly less engaging. Nevertheless, the film is redeemed by the stellar performances of the cast, who manage to keep the audience entertained throughout.
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Vipul Vig's dialogues, with additional contributions by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba, continue to exude the same madcap flavor that fans of the series adore. Pankaj Tripathi's Pandit delivers lines that rely heavily on his impeccable acting skills, while Varun Sharma's Choocha's dialogues are tailor-made for his unique comedic style.
In conclusion, "Fukrey Returns" successfully carries forward the legacy of the franchise with its trademark humor and quirky characters. While it may lose some steam in the second half, the film's performances and witty dialogues ensure that it remains a fun and enjoyable watch. Fans of the series will undoubtedly appreciate this continuation of the Fukra gang's hilarious adventures.
