Directed by Ali Abbas Zaffar, Jogi movie released on September 16 on Netflix starring Diljit Dosanjh, Amyra Dastur, Zeeshan Ayyub, Hiten Tejwani, Neelu Kohli, Kumud Mishra. It’s a drama and history thriller. Julius Packiam, Sameer Uddin have worked on its music.
Story:
It dates back to 1980s riots in India where three friends from different faiths unite to save hundreds in their town. It includes Diljit as Jogi who is seen as courageous, showcasing brotherhood. Following the Prime Minister’s assassination, the Delhi Jal Board employee is shaken and tries to save people amid rising tensions in Delhi. The sensitive movie places him in a central role to make his community members escape the city with the assistance of Rawinder Chautala (Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub) and transporter Kaleem Ansari (Paresh Pahuja). Laali Katyal (Hiten Tejwani) plays as inspector (a friend turned foe) having a rough history with Jogi. A local councillor Tejpal Arora (Kumud Mishra) and tainted cops join the ugly plan of killings for political interests. The girl (Amyra Dastur) who is held responsible for falling in love with Jogi, while coming in between two friends.
Analysis
The cinematography by DOP Marcin Laskawiec is fine and does justice to scenes, including the storyline. The dialogues could have been stronger than simple. The placement of important flashback scenes has to be relooked in a better way.
Verdict
Jogi is forced to shorten his hair to conceal the identity. Later, he gets to wear his turban again in the agonizing moment. It gives Diljit a great amount of time to display his acting skills. The Punjabi actor and singer had made Diljit gradually shift to Bollywood. Hiten is often known for ‘righteous man’ image or villain but the grey character is refreshing. The end could have been with sweet notes or scenes as the whole movie emphasises on massacre.
