Review: Aisha
If it’s a remake then it better be a good one because you are not expecting anything original anyway. Rajshri Ojha’s “Aisha”, based on Jane Austen’s “Emma”, is a modest effort. It stays true to the main premise in the novel and for the most part, is an entertaining watch.
Aisha in her own words is a selfish, self-centered and arrogant girl who loves playing cupid. Belonging to Delhi’s upper class society, she finds her life’s calling in matchmaking. She tries to hook up unsuspecting friends who she thinks are made for each other without sparing a thought to what they really want. Her presumptuous well-intended interference not only wreaks havoc in their love lives but completely stumps her when she falls in love.
Sonam Kapoor as Aisha does justice to her role as the spoilt brat, who is an incorrigible meddler. Dressed by Dior and other international brands, Sonam plays her part with innocent charisma and unassuming panache. For once she is completely convincing as a shallow snob who fails to mind her own business despite repeated warnings.
Abhay Deol as Arjun Burman plays the suave investment banker and the most eligible bachelor around. He is any girl’s dream, a chivalrous and caring young man who hates Aisha’s prying ways. As Arjun, he is protective, playful, sophisticated and immensely attractive. Probably Bollywood’s most underrated actor, his effortless performance is a treat to watch.
A special mention of the supporting cast – Amrita Puri as the small town girl eagerly awaiting a suitable match, is unsophisticated and gullible, yet charming. Cyrus Sahukar is endearing as the spineless emotional fool. Ira Dubey as the elitist and possessive best friend aptly plays her part.
The film has its heart in place but fails to be a differentiator that will merit a repeated watch. While it builds up well with a high style quotient, a good plot and funny dialogues, it tends to stagnate and drag after a point.
It has a few nice moments, especially the one where Aisha confesses her love for Arjun at someone else’s wedding. “Aisha” for the most part has clever one-liners except where the leads profess their love for each other. The most clichéd and cheesy lines jar in a film that could have been credited with some smart writing.
“Aisha” is a fun watch for the family; however, I just fail to understand why Bollywood still feels the need to have such long stories. A little shorter and a well executed climax would have made it immensely enjoyable.
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