What’s the recipe for a good film? An engaging storyline, a filmmaker with a vision and a talented star cast that can bring it to life. Director Jagan Shakti brought together all of these elements in his film ‘Mission Mangal’ that released on India’s 73rd Independence Day.
With the help of some of the biggest names in the industry (Vidya Balan, Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Nithya Menen, Kirti Kulhari, Akshay Kumar and Sharman Joshi) he was all set to take us behind-the-scenes at Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and show us how the world’s least expensive Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) came to be.
The trailer set up a meeting with some of the most brilliant minds in the country, a team of scientists (mostly women) who were at the helm of India’s greatest space mission. Needless to say, everyone was excited to see what the film had in store.
“SCIENCE MAKES THEM A SCIENTIST “., “ NOT THEIR GENDER”an ode to the determined ., inspiring spirit of women in our life and country l@balanvidya@aslisona@taapseepannu@kirtikulhari@nityamenen@akshaykumar pic.twitter.com/RVCqV7lQzp
— Jagan Shakti (@Jaganshakti) August 1, 2019
And now, the verdict is in. People are applauding Akshay Kumar for convincingly portraying the role of scientist Rakesh Dhawan who heads the mission. His comic timing is on point and he delivers yet another powerful performance after Kesari and National award-winning. PadMan.
But it is Vidya Balan as scientist Tara Shinde who has everyone’s hearts. Many are saying that she is the pillar on which the entire movie stands.
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#MissionMangalReview got chills when Rakesh Sir(Akshay Kumar) shouted "Puri duniya se kehe do…copy that". A huge glory to ISRO and scientist working in it and the team of MM to showcase it in such a magnificent way. Loved it
— #Netkar Digvijay (@NetkarDigvijay) August 15, 2019
Just watched #MissionMangal , What a MASTERPIECE movie !This film is full of patriotism , gives us the message that we should give time for the country & never give up. Great performances by everyone @akshaykumar @taapsee @vidya_balan !!! Go for it .#MissionMangalReview
4.5*/5* pic.twitter.com/w9aKKAamqS— Wonder-women Junior 🔱 (@ImWonderwomenJr) August 15, 2019
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#MissionMangalReview :- Never came out of theatre with this much happiness…Best inspirational movie…@akshaykumar sir is just brilliant, wow so proud of you sirji❤..Dialogue bhi jabardast the sab…@vidya_balan fan ban gaya aapka really❤ aap or akki sir = BLOCKBUSTER movie🔥 pic.twitter.com/wmjNhIJvm9
— axay patel🔥🔥 (@akki_dhoni) August 15, 2019
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All the complex Physics theories and facts are explained through easily understandable examples. For instance, the idea of a low-cost rocket is likened to frying pooris in no-flame.
This is the first space movie of Bollywood and will be a " landmark movie" for sure.
The movie beautifully portrays the technical part in such a simple language.
Akki improvisation in scenes is clearly visible. He is too good.
— UT~SAV (@prakash_utsav) August 15, 2019
Acting : 4.5/5
Direction : 4.5/5
VFX : 4/5
Story : 4/5
Screenplay : 4.5/5
Music : 3/5My Rating Is 4 But That Last 30 Min Was Amazing So It's 4.5
OVERALL………..#MissionMangal ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 1/2 pic.twitter.com/DU8ibimBSA
— Vicky Patel (@VickyPa80314519) August 15, 2019
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🔥 M A S T E R P I E C E 🔥#MissionMangal is a cinematic PRIDE
‘’ Winners are not people who never fail but people who never quit ‘’#AkshayKumar Truely The Most Versatile Actor Alive..
[Must Watch] #MissionMangalReview
Hats off To Him 👏 A True Legend 🙏— Zacky ✪ (@ZackyOrigin) August 15, 2019
Take a bow @vidya_balan you took my heart. What dialogues.. "pray the power, not the picture"@akshaykumar the coolest actor and the craziest scientist
@missionmangal #MissionMangalReview #MissionMangal @isro happy 50:) 😍— @nikitatweets (@NikitaVasudeva) August 14, 2019
#MissionMangalReview #MissionMangal is a clean winner. Don't miss this film
— Akhil (@Akhil86919044) August 15, 2019
#MissionMangalReview has a heart in right place & gives a patriotic feeling all throughout , A sure shot winner @akshaykumar @sonakshisinha
— Jaagte Raho (@tusharshigwan) August 15, 2019
#MissionMangal is incredible movie.. inspiring and motivational story of #ISRO … Got very emotional and feel very petriotic.. @akshaykumar you are amazing@vidya_balan @taapsee @sonakshisinha you inspired us.. #MissionMangalReview
— suman pal (@sumanjournalist) August 14, 2019
Mission Mangal Review: @akshaykumar & @vidya_balan are terrific but @MenenNithya is the most convincing of them all! ❤️❤️
It indeed will evoke the sense of pride on #IndependenceDay 💯💯
Rating: 3/5#MissionMangal #MissionMangalReview #AkshayKumar— Jishika Madaan (@jishikamadaan30) August 14, 2019
@akshaykumar @vidya_balan @sonakshisinha @taapsee I got goosebumps and theater was full of clapping. It is very well delivered movie. Thanks for letting us know the history about our achievement. #pride #india #IndependenceDay #MissionMangal #MissionMangalReview
— Viewty Joshi (@JJoshi0786) August 15, 2019
Actress Kirti Kulhari (of Four More Shots Please! fame) is being applauded for her emotive skills in the movie.
@IamKirtiKulhari Screen Presence Throughout The Movie Was Remarkable ❤ From The Hostel Scene Till The Climax She Nailed Her Role 👏
Emotions And Smiles Both Perfectly Handled #MissionMangalReview
Lots Of Love pic.twitter.com/wAxotjjBiq— Bhushan Khiladi (@Bhushanadhau1) August 16, 2019
The promos don't tell you that but it's a @vidya_balan show all the way. Akshay Kumar is there for lighter moments and his Hindi songs apt for the situation. Some of the writing is very pedestrian but Balki is known to keep it light n real.#MissionMangalReview
— Aseem Shrivastava ✍🏽 (@AseemShri) August 16, 2019
So, will you watch ‘Mission Mangal’ for a space adventure this weekend? Or would you prefer seeing ‘Batla House’ instead?