Mumbai: Among a list of films that released last Friday, comedy satire ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ has won the hearts of audience, critics and industry veterans alike. The film that released last weekend impressed everyone with its ace story, brilliant acting and melodious tracks. ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ sheds light on the most uncommon topic of today- the common man, his struggles to lead an honest life and his aspirations for the future.
Anupam Kher who plays the father of the protagonist and an honest man has once again proved his worth in the industry with his stellar performance. Actors Divyendu Sharma, Aditi Sharma, Neha Dhupia have also received praise for their work ever since the film’s release. Internet is abuzz with compliments for director Ravindra Gautam and his film. ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ has been called “wholesome entertainment”, “fun”, “refreshing” and “a film with a unique concept”.
Some of these reviews and tweets are:
‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ impressed Times of India, the newspaper aptly said, “It is not just a film but a philosophy”. Popular website Bollywood Hungama gave the film a three star rating calling it an entertaining film filled with good performances and a unique concept. Glamsham.com and Editor Subhash K Jha both agreed that the film deserved a 21 gun salute. Rediff.com has recommended it as a film that can be watched over and over again.
Director, producer and actor Satish Kaushik said, “Ekkees Topon ki Salaami is a very funny mad film with a heart. Anupam Kher is brilliant. I am happy to see a great actress like Uttara Baokar in top form.” Singer Sona Mohapatra also took to Twitter to express her thoughts about the movie, “A political satire with heart. Gr8 performances & yes, I rarely laugh out loud & I guffawed through the 2nd half. Ekkees Topon Ki Salaami” Priya Gupta, Editor from TimesGroup commented, “Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami is a first of its kind of story. Salute to Anupam for his performance. Neha Dhupia is so good in her part”.
Bollywoodlife.com, a well known film website also rated it with 3 stars and said, “Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami is worth every penny you spend”. The Hindu has termed it is as a “Homage to honesty”, DNA, Midday, Jagran Post among others were left in awe of the movie and have rated it highly not only on the entertainment factor but also admired it for realistic portrayal of a very important issue.
The team of ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ is reveling in the glory of its success and they hope that the film will do even better in the days to come.
‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ is a comedy/satire produced by Anurradha Prasad & Abhinav Shukla directed by Ravindra Gautam under the banner Nautanki Films in association with Shikhar Films. The film is co-presented by Nautanki Films & Jayantilal Gada (PEN). Starring Divyendu Sharma as the male protagonist and Anupam Kher and Neha Dhupia in supporting roles, it is a tale of a son’s struggle to bring back the honour that his father was unfairly ripped off. ‘Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami’ was released all across the nation on 10th October 2014.
Source: Lokesh Shastri