NEWTON

Newton is a story about NutanKumar who is a simple man interested in doing his duty. He gives the highest regard to his work and in his work this plot explores many issues and facets of our great country. The lead is a person of great character and integrity and does not allow the “chalta hai” attitude to get to him. He is not interested in jugaad and gives high regard to time and duty. Rajkumar Rao digests this character to perfection showing his unique creative talent and artistry. One of the best character actors in Hindi cinema right now, or should I say the best actor in Hindi cinema, he is a living example of why good looks and a great body are irrelevant to acting. If only our actors spent more time in the theatre improving their craft instead of pumping mass in the gym. If only our actors fed on good acting instead of protein milk shakes and keto diets, the industry would scale new heights. 

The film has a subtlety about it which is very palpable. Below the stoic surface of plain frames and simple cinematography there is a storm of hidden emotion and unsaid tales. The history of the naxal issue and the stagnant decay of the country’s attitudes shake you as the movie progresses calmly. The dichotomy pivoting between change and old guard, reveal itself in entertaining dialogues and defining statements. Anjali Patil reminded me of Smita Patil whose presence was strong and unflinching yet natural. Pankaj Tripathi is amongst the few who can match Rajkumar on the stage. A typical award winning film with great story telling and unconventional narrative this film should be watched.

Rating 4/5