Together, both actors combine to create the right amount of tension and thrill. Mr Bachchan on the other hand has a more straight-laced role, but deft nuances and his ability to pull off the best lines with his elegant baritone, makes the performance as clinical as a veteran lawyer’s arguments in court. The actress makes all the transitions seem perfectly authentic. Taapsee’s character has many shades and they’re revealed one by one as the story progresses. On paper, the setting of client and lawyer may be familiar thanks to the two actors’ previous collaboration Pink, but the relationship and the dynamics between the two are completely new in 'Badla'. The real reason why the film comes together is the rapport between Taapsee Pannu and Amitabh Bachchan. The constant back and forth into the flashbacks does get a bit tedious and makes the film feel a lot longer than it actually is. Some of the dialogues get a bit repetitive, but the emotions of the characters and the situation are conveyed crystal clear. Ghosh and his co-writer Raj Vasant adapt the story to an Indian context with plenty of Mahabharata references. But, the very fact that both characters withhold the truth and reveal their true intentions, slowly and steadily keeps the intrigue alive. In the simplest sense, the premise of 'Badla' is a conversation between an accused, Naina and her lawyer, Badal. It’s a dialogue-heavy setup, where the interaction between two central characters draws you in and their repartee catches your attention. The majority of the drama unfolds between just the two characters Naina and Badal Gupta, as they recollect the episode of Arjun’s murder. The solid performances by Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu, along with the eye-for-detail in writing by Ghosh and his team, make the film a thrill-a-minute ride. The fact that this is a remake of the Spanish film The Invisible Guest does not matter too much. This whodunit, keeps the viewer engaged and constantly guessing about the big reveal. Director Sujoy Ghosh’s 'Badla' delivers solid thrills and genuine twists with great effect. Review: Since revenge stories are literally done-to-death in cinema, crafting a smart thriller around the same old saga requires smart execution and tactfulness. BADAL FILM CRACKHer lawyer Jimmy (Manav Kaul) hires the senior advocate Badal Gupta (Amitabh Bachchan) to help crack the case and defend Naina, but her confessions to Badal add twists and turns to the murder mystery. Story: Naina (Taapsee Pannu) is accused for the murder of Arjun (Tony Luke).
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