Heer Maan Ja distances itself from the typical comedy-masala films that often make headlines. It is premature to categorize it solely as a comedy flick. The project has a lot more to offer. The movie has sentiment, acuity, family connection and our society’s deep-rooted problem; honour killing depicted in a manner that appeals to the audience.
Backed by stellar choreography of music videos with emphasis on visual aesthetics, Addi Maar and the title track specifically caught my attention. The latter, captured uniquely, has given Pakistan its long lost identity with music that is original, not plagiarized.
Moving on to acting – Hareem Farooq did justice to the relatable character of Heer. The well-written role fits her like a glove. Ali Rehman and Aamina Sheikh rendered good performances too. The trio held the storyline together. It appears as if the actors and the entire team behind the movie have devoted months of hard work and sweat, and it honestly shows.
FINAL VERDICT
Heer Maan Ja delivers what it promises. It is a perfect blend of emotions captured for our entertainment. Considering that we respond so well to comedy as opposed to dramatic films, Imran Raza Kazmi has opted for a creative approach that disseminates a covert message in the end without compromising on entertainment value. I highly recommend it.
RATING: 4/5