Introduction to Hi Nanna:
Natural Star Nani takes the lead in the romantic drama “Hi Nanna,” featuring Mrunal Thakur and Baby Kaira Khanna in pivotal roles. The film is directed by debutant Shouryuv and promises a blend of emotions and romance. Having attended a special premiere, let’s delve into the review.
Viraj (Nani) is a professional photographer and a single parent to his 6-year-old daughter Mahii (Baby Kaira Khanna). The story unfolds as Mahii, curious about her mother, challenges her father to reveal the truth if she secures the first rank. However, when she succeeds, Viraj fails to keep his promise. This leads to Mahii leaving home, setting the stage for Yashna (Mrunal Thakur) to enter their lives and bring about transformative changes.
Hi Nanna Movie Review
Overall Ratings – 3.0/5
Positive aspects:
Compelling Storyline: “Hi Nanna” boasts a strong storyline with ample opportunities for drama and emotional moments.
Mrunal Thakur’s Impressive Role: Thakur shines in a well-designed role, adding depth and heart to the film.
Solid Performances: Nani excels in his familiar territory, delivering a touching performance. Baby Kaira Khanna impresses with her adorable portrayal.
Emotional Moments: Certain scenes, particularly Nani’s conversation with the heroine’s mother, showcase the actors’ emotional prowess.
Twists and Turns: Well-placed twists contribute to the film’s overall impact.
Last Act and Music: The final minutes leave a strong impression, and Hesham Abdul Wahab’s music, excluding one song, is commendable.
Visuals and Production Quality: Sanu John Varghese’s visuals and overall production values enhance the storytelling.
Drawbacks:
Slow Start: The initial phases of the love story feel routine, and the pacing could be improved.
Audience Connection: The film may resonate more with center audiences than with the masses.
Inconsistent Second Hour: The coherence in the second half is slightly lacking, impacting the overall flow.
Extraneous Song: The song featuring Shruti Haasan seems out of place and disrupts the narrative.
Execution Issues: Some scenes, including a crucial one after the special song, suffer from unsatisfactory execution.
Technical Aspects:
Music and Score: Hesham Abdul Wahab delivers excellent music and background score, barring one song.
Visuals and Production: Sanu John Varghese’s visuals and the film’s production quality are noteworthy.
Editing: The editing is acceptable but could benefit from tighter cuts.
Directorial Debut: Shouryuv’s debut effort showcases a decent narrative, emotional depth, and good performances. However, pacing issues and a lengthy runtime could have been addressed.
Conclusion:
“Hi Nanna” is a decent family drama with strong emotional moments. While Nani, Mrunal Thakur, and Baby Kiara Khanna shine in their roles, the film’s pacing and certain presentation aspects might not resonate strongly with the mass audience. Despite some flaws, the engaging storyline and compelling performances make it a worthwhile watch for those inclined toward emotional dramas.
