Review of Netflix web series 'RAY': ( of episode#2#3)
(Review Written by Vijay Bhatt for Blog postings July-15-2021)
Based on Legend Satyajit Ray's short stories.
Directed by Srijit Mukherji, Abhishek, and Chaubey Vasan.
Written by Niren Bhatt and Siraj Ahmed.
Reviewing only the two I enjoyed. #2 and #3. Very artistic and thought provoking. (other two watch only if you have extra time)
#2 Bahurupiya and #3 Hungama Hai Kyon
Bahurupiya: Satyajit Ray's (story name: Bahurupi) : A unique story about appearant and real identities- only can be expected from a legend like Ray. It said more than what it actually said! Salute Mr.Ray!
Kay Kay Menon and Rajesh Sharma carry the characters well.
Direction: Directors could have done miracles with such an astonishing plot!
Written by Niren Bhatt and Siraj Ahmed: Not as effective.
Hungama Hai Kyon: Satyajit Ray's (story name: Barin Bhowmik-er Byaram): Classic level! About an unusual, not much discussed and rare human weakness! This weakness can be of material or as well as intellect. You will never stop being surprised enough till the end with unexpected twists but consistent with the plot! Salute Mr.Ray!
Active: Manoj Bajpai and Gajraj Rao both acted the role well.
Direction: The flow from different time zones is done very artistically! Very well done. Use of some relevant Urdu poetry is enjoyable if you understand the real meanings of these gazals.
Written by Niren Bhatt and Siraj Ahmed: Good literary writing.
Enjoyed the meaningful dialogs.
After watching( #2 and #3) you will say at least once 'Nice'! Maza Aaya!! SOMETHING DIFFERENT!
It is about time to tell the monopolized Bollywood cartel that there is art of films out there too!
Enjoy!
( Review Written by Vijay Bhatt for Blog postings 7-15-2021)
