Prassthanam
| Prassthanam | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Deva Katta |
| Written by | Farhad Samji (dialogues) |
| Screenplay by | Deva Katta |
| Produced by | Maanayata Dutt |
| Starring | Sanjay Dutt Jackie Shroff Manisha Koirala Chunky Pandey Ali Fazal Satyajeet Dubey |
| Narrated by | Sanjay Dutt |
| Cinematography | Ravi Yadav |
| Edited by | Ballu Saluja |
| Music by | Score: Mahesh Shankar Songs: Ankit Tiwari Farhad Samji Vikram Montrose |
Production company | Sanjay S Dutt Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 141 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹15 crore |
| Box office | est. ₹3.95 crore[2] |
Prassthanam is a 2019 Indian Hindi-language political action film directed by Deva Katta. The film is produced by Maanayata Dutt under her own banner Sanjay S Dutt Productions.[3] The film stars Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Manisha Koirala, Chunky Pandey, Ali Fazal, Satyajeet Dubey, and Amyra Dastur.
The film is a remake of 2010 Telugu film of the same name.[4] On 29 July 2019, Sanjay Dutt, the producer Manyata Dutt, and the director Deva Katta were sent a legal notice by Shemaroo Entertainment alleging they did not have the remake rights for the film and giving them three days to respond.[5]
The film was released on 20 September 2019.[6]
Synopsis
The film revolves around a politician Baldev Pratap Singh (Sanjay Dutt) and his family.
Cast
- Sanjay Dutt as Baldev Pratap Singh [7]
- Jackie Shroff as Inspector Raghav
- Ali Fazal as Ayushmann Singh, Baldev's Son
- Manisha Koirala as Sukmini Pratap Singh, Baldev's Wife[8]
- Chunky Pandey as Don Kaali Amborkar
- Satyajeet Dubey as Raghuveer Singh
- Amyra Dastur as Gunjan
- Ishita Raj Sharma (special appearance in song "Dil Bevda")[9]
Production
Development
Dutt got interested to remake the Telugu film soon after it was released.[10]After Dutt was released from jail approached the director of the original film Deva Katta, who said he got interested in the project due to Dutt's "intensity of interest from his side".[11]The director stated that the team has not made significant changes from the original film.[11]The film will mark the director's first Bollywood film as a director.[11]
Casting
When the director narrated the script Manisha Koirala accepted the film.[12]The director of the film further added, "The kind of respect and camaraderie that they (Dutt and Manisha) share has added to the film and on screen it is magical to see it".[12]When Jackie Shroff joined the project, the director said it's a dream come true for him.[13]Sooraj Pancholi was chosen to play in the lead role was later replaced by Ali Fazal, due to his busy schedule for his next film.[14]
Filming
On 1 June 2018, on the occasion of Sanjay Dutt's late mother Nargis' 89th birth anniversary, Dutt announced the film to be produced.[15]Filming began on 6 June the occasion Dutt's late father Sunil Dutt's 90th birth anniversary.[15]Sanjay Dutt began shooting portions of the film in Lucknow.[15]
Promotion and release
On 29 July 2019, the occasion of Sanjay Dutt's 60th birthday, a one minute teaser trailer was unveiled.[16]
The official trailer of the film was released on 29 August 2019.[17]
The film was released on 20 September 2019.
Soundtrack
| Prassthanam | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Ankit Tiwari, Farhad Samji and Vikram Montrose | |||||
| Released | 9 September 2019[18] | ||||
| Recorded | 2018-2019 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 20:53 | ||||
| Language | Hindi | ||||
| Producer | Zee Music Company | ||||
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The music of the film is composed by Ankit Tiwari, Farhad Samji and Vikram Montrose while lyrics are written by Farhad Samji, Atique Allahabadi, Shekhar Astitwa, Yash Eshawari and Anurag Bhomia.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Prassthanam - Title Track" | Farhad Samji | Farhad Samji | Dev Negi | 3:37 |
| 2. | "Dil Dariyan" | Anurag Bhomia | Ankit Tiwari | Ankit Tiwari, Deepali Sathe | 5:27 |
| 3. | "Charo Khane Chit" | Yash Eshawari | Vikram Montrose | Sukhwinder Singh | 3:41 |
| 4. | "Haji Ali" | Atique Allahabadi | Vikram Montrose | Sukhwinder Singh | 4:27 |
| 5. | "Dil Bevda" | Shekhar Astitwa | Vikram Montrose | Mika Singh, Bhoomi Trivedi | 3:51 |
| Total length: | 20:53 | ||||
Reception
Critical reception
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The Times of India gave 3 out of 5 stars stating "Prassthanam is a tried and tested political potboiler with power, greed and emotions at its core".[19]
The Indian Express gave 2.5 out of 5 stars stating "Of the ensemble, in which Chunky Panday gets to wear a bad wig and vamp it up most enjoyably, Ali Fazal is the most impressive".[20]
Box office
Prassthanam collected ₹80 lakhs on the opening day and second day also ₹ 1.00 crore, whereas the third day collection was ₹1.25 crore, taking its total opening weekend collection to ₹3.05 crore in India.[2]
References
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- ^ "'Prasthanam' teaser launch: Sanjay Dutt, Manisha Koirala and Jackie Shroff share their experience of coming together for the film – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ Pattikonda, Gautham. "Photos: Deva Katta kick starts Prasthanam Hindi remake with Sanjay Dutt and Ali Fazal". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ Ramasubramanian, Uma (31 May 2018). "After Manisha, Swara signs Sanjay Dutt's Prasthanam remake, here's what she'll play". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ "Dil Bevda from Sanjay Dutt's Prassthanam is finally out and it will blow your mind!". Box office India. Retrieved 16 September 2019.
- ^ "Sanjay Dutt passionate about remaking Prasthanam in Hindi, says director Deva Katta". Hindustan Times. 17 April 2019. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ a b c "Sanjay Dutt passionate about remaking Prasthanam in Hindi, says director Deva Katta". The Indian Express. 17 April 2019. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ a b "Sanjay Dutt passionate about remaking Prasthanam in Hindi, says director Deva Katta". The Indian Express. 17 April 2019. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ "Jackie Shroff joins Kartoos co-stars Sanjay Dutt, Manisha Koirala in Hindi remake of Telugu hit Prasthanam- Entertainment News, Firstpost". Firstpost. 5 June 2018. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ Ratda, Khushboo. "This Bollywood actor replaces Sooraj Pancholi in Hindi remake of Prasthanam?". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ a b c Correspondent, After Hrs (6 June 2018). "Sanjay Dutt begins filming Prasthaanam on dad Sunil Dutt's birth anniversary". DNA India. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ "Prasthanam teaser: Sanjay Dutt's birthday gift to fans has him leading the charge in epic political drama, watch". Hindustan Times. 29 July 2019. Retrieved 29 July 2019.
- ^ "Prassthanam - Official Trailer - Sanjay Dutt - Jackie Shroff - Deva Katta - 20th September 2019". YouTube. Sanjay S Dutt Productions. 29 August 2019.
- ^ "Prassthanam - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jio Saavn.
- ^ "Prassthanam Movie Review : Politics of love and hate". TimesofIndia.
- ^ "Prassthanam review: The Sanjay Dutt film feels somewhat dated". IndianExpress.