Yaara review: Even Vidyut and Amit Sadh cannot save this crime thriller

MUMBAI: The makers of Haasil and Paan Singh Tomar are back with Yaara, a story of four friends and how their lives changes with time. They get separated as young adults and unite after 20 years. Directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia, Yaara stars Vidyut Jammwal, Amit Sadh, Vijay Varma, Kenny Basumatary, and Shruti Haasan.

Yaara narrates the story of Phangun (Vidyut Jammwal), Mitwa (Amit Sadh), Rizwan (Vijay Varma), and Bahadur (Kenny Basumatary).

It is set in the period of 1970s, and this four-member chaukdi gang is known for the illegal work such as smuggling. But destiny has something else in store for them. They get separated and start leading their own lives, but 20 years later, friendship reunites them in a different situation. This time, their friendship is put to test. Will they be able to stand for their friends or will they choose life over them? Well, you need to see the movie to know the answers.

Talking about the screenplay of the movie, it is not very gripping. The storytelling and direction are weak, and viewers may tend to get bored, especially in the first half. The second half, closer to the climax, is better, but it’s too late.

Background music play an important role in any film of this genre, and the title background music is remarkable and enhances the scenes and suspense.

Although it’s a Vidyut Jammwal movie, there are very few action sequences, and those that we see are average.

The dialogues are also not extraordinary. A few funny one-liners are given to Vijay Verma, and the actor nails the delivery.

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Talking about the acting, Vidyut Jammwal was decent in the movie, although he has nothing new to offer. Amit Sadh has also done a decent job. Vijay Verma and Kenny Basumatary are good, while Shruti Haasan doesn't have much of a role.

The positives of the movie include the 70s' look given to the characters and the hilarious dialogues by Vijay Verma. The songs are situational and hearttouching.

The negatives of the movie include the slow screenplay. It does not hold your interest, especially in the first half. The storytelling is not up to the mark, and you may lose interest at a very early stage. Moreover, you will miss watching action, if you are seeing it only for Vidyut.

Well, overall, the 140-minute movie is an average watch. It is for an 18+ audience.

Team TellyChakkar goes with 2.5 stars for Yaara.

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