Cast: Farhan Akhtar, Deepika Padukone
In addition to directing, Farhan Akhtar has taken to playing protagonist parts as an average city guy. In this one, he assumes a role similar as Karthik, a quiet, shy guy who's so gullible that he can't say no to others. Be that work or elsewhere, people take him for a ride. When he does try to retaliate, he loses his job. Unable to cope with his failings, he decides to end his life. Just as he's about to, he's saved by a phone call--a call from himself. This caller, his alterego Karthik, phones him thereafter everyday counseling him and transforming his hapless state into a man self-assured. Soon Karthik wins back his job, earns his boss' respect, and even gains the affection of the girl Sonali (played by Deepika) whom he's pined for a very long time. Despite the caller warning him to never divulge to anyone about the nature of these calls, Karthik relents and confides in Sonali. That triggers events to change the upswing in Karthik's life. An interesting story that weaves in suspense managing to sustain it through the end. This movie has fine performances from Farhan and proves that Deepika can hold her own! Farhan's quintessential charm shines through making him as enjoyable a watch as his home show 'Oye it's Friday.'
Rating: A 3 out of 5 stars.
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