"Baadshah" emerges as a true gem in the Bollywood comedy genre, delivering a stellar plot, top-notch acting, and an abundance of entertainment that makes it a standout film. While the question of inspiration from Hollywood lingers, the movie stands tall on its own merits, offering a delightful and original cinematic experience.
The plot of "Baadshah" unfolds with a captivating blend of humor, action, and suspense. It weaves a narrative that keeps audiences engaged from the opening scene to the closing credits. The unpredictable twists and turns contribute to the film's uniqueness, making it more than just a run-of-the-mill comedy and elevating it to the status of a thorough entertainer.
The acting in "Baadshah" is truly top-notch. The cast delivers performances that are not only charismatic but also skillfully executed. The lead actor's comedic timing, coupled with a strong supporting cast, ensures that the humor lands effectively. The chemistry between the characters adds an extra layer of charm, making the film a joy to watch.
What sets "Baadshah" apart is its ability to seamlessly integrate comedy into the narrative. The humor isn't just a side element but an integral part of the storytelling, contributing to the overall entertainment quotient. The film's lighthearted moments, clever dialogues, and well-executed comedic sequences make it a standout in the comedy genre.
Deserving of a rating beyond 7, "Baadshah" earns its place as a must-watch for fans of Bollywood comedy. It successfully combines a great plot with top-tier acting, creating a cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll. For those in search of laughter, entertainment, and a thoroughly enjoyable ride, "Baadshah" is a cinematic treat that deserves the applause it receives.
Baadshah
1999 [HINDI]
Action / Comedy / Crime / Romance / Thriller
Plot summary
A small time detective is mistaken as a CBI agent and gets embroiled in a deadly mission to save the Chief Minister from an assassination attempt.
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Bollywood's Comedy Extravaganza with a Stellar Plot and Top-Notch Acting
Nick of Time Meets Rush Hour
Im usually not a fan of Srk's typical Raj and Rahul roles, I liked Srk when he did different roles, BAADSHAH too sees him play sort of a cartoon detective. The film is directed by ABBAS MUSTAN who gave him Baazigar This film is a remake of NICK OF TIME also having scenes lifted from RUSH HOUR. The film is too cheesy and corny at many places, but entertaining at times The film starts well with the entire gambling scene and some funny scenes, but the entire Main to Hoon Paagal song is stupid and unwarranted. There is some stupidity too in the film yet some scenes make you laugh. However things get better when Srk gets confused to be a CBI agent and the entire chaos that happens, In between again there are some stupid scenes and the end which is good though is lifted from RUSH HOUR
Direction by AM is decent nowhere near their good films Music is good, Abhijeet sings all songs for SRK and the songs are good
Srk fits well in the role though he does ham too often yet he is good Twinkle Khanna is decent, Deepshikha is okay, Sharat Saxena is as usual Amrish Puri is funny in his role though irritates at times Johny Lever is good fun here, Saurabh Shukla, Razzak Khan annoy, Avtar Gill is okay, Sachin Khedekhar is good, Raakhee is quite good, thankfully not playing her stereotypical maa roles, rest are okay
Still a Cult Classic / 8 Stars
Baadshah (Emperor) remains the cult classic Bollywood by Abbas-Mustan duo with SRK in the lead. Even if you watch it with the modern lens, 20+ years later, it will remain the same - Khan's quirky character, the zesty genre-banding plot, original comedy, and the good-old 90s vibe that just brings back the memories. TN.