Posted:
Can't wait to watch this one..
Generally positive reviews.
So glad to see Kareena break the stereotypes. Her body of work post marriage and kids has been solid..
Reviews & Ratings
Can't wait to watch this one..
Generally positive reviews.
So glad to see Kareena break the stereotypes. Her body of work post marriage and kids has been solid..
https://x.com/firstpost/status/1834103940226711575?s=46&t=WpJ04Dqo9xxzDfSAOsfJFA
I’m excited for this, but it’s not releasing in any theater near me
The Buckingham Murders Review: Gripping Tale of secret murder in A English Townby Lokesh Umak
Reading Time: 4 mins read
The Buckingham Murders Movie Review: In The Buckingham Murders, Kareena Kapoor Khan makes her production debut and stars in this captivating mystery directed by Hansal Mehta. Set in the picturesque town of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, the film weaves a gripping narrative that uncovers hidden secrets beneath the town’s calm surface.
As racial tensions and the dark world of drugs emerge, the movie dives deep into the complexities of modern England, while exploring the emotional depth of its characters, including Kareena’s standout role.
The Buckingham Murders, directed by Hansal Mehta and co-produced by Kareena Kapoor Khan, transports viewers to the peaceful town of High Wycombe, just outside of London. At first glance, the town appears to be a quaint and serene community, but as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that hidden tensions lie just beneath the surface.
The film skillfully brings to light the racial divisions and drug-related issues that mirror those in contemporary English society, particularly in areas like Leicester. While the film delves into these social issues, some viewers may wish for a deeper exploration of them.
Kareena Kapoor Khan plays the role of Jasmeet ‘Jass’ Bhamra, a police officer who faces immense personal grief after her young son is tragically shot in a London bowling alley. Struggling with the trauma, Jass takes a demotion and relocates to the quieter surroundings of High Wycombe, hoping for a fresh start. However, her first case—a missing Indian child—thrusts her back into a world of darkness and despair.
Despite her protests, Jass takes on the case, which soon turns into a murder investigation. She is met with a web of lies, secrets, and tension as she navigates through the troubled marriage of the child’s parents, Daljit and Preeti Kohli, played by Ranveer Brar and Prabhleen Sandhu. Additionally, her superior, Hardik ‘Hardy’ Patel (Ash Tandon), seems to be withholding key information, further complicating matters.
H2 Title: Stellar Performances and Strong Supporting Cast
Kareena Kapoor Khan delivers a mesmerizing performance, seamlessly blending into a film that features both British and Indian talent. Her portrayal of Jass is raw and powerful, making her character one to root for throughout the film. It is clear that she has found a project that allows her acting abilities to shine, and The Buckingham Murders appears poised to become a franchise.
Chef-turned-actor Ranveer Brar also gives a convincing performance as Daljit Kohli, a deeply flawed, misogynistic husband who is grappling with the loss of his son. His emotional conflict adds layers to his character, making him both relatable and detestable at times.
Prabhleen Sandhu shines during the film’s intense climax, while Ash Tandon delivers a strong performance as Jass’s superior officer, hiding his own grief and secrets.
The Buckingham Murders is more than just a murder mystery; it is a powerful exploration of grief, racial tensions, and hidden truths. Kareena Kapoor Khan shines in her role, elevating both her character and the film itself. Hansal Mehta’s thoughtful direction, along with the strong supporting cast, makes this film an engaging watch. The atmospheric setting and emotionally driven plot ensure that the film is not only a mystery but also a deep dive into the human experience. If this is the first in a series, it’s a thrilling start, and viewers can look forward to more gripping stories in this world.
Cannot wait to see this .. https://x.com/ektaarkapoor/status/1833816878155796676?s=46&t=vevCm3I0SGjUvmq-Bjkadg
I heard it's releasing only in 700 screens, so it's a limited release. I think OTT was always the final destination.
‘The Buckingham Murders’ Review: Is there anything Kareena Kapoor Khan can’t do?
Author: Kunal Kothari
12 Sep,2024 20:45:17
Rating – **** (4/5)
Cast: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Brar, Sarah Jane Dias, Ash Tandon & more
Directed by: Hansal Mehta
Whodunits and the curse that it carries – we have seen such a plethora of whodunits over the years across languages and borders that unless and until the ‘big reveal’ is something that boggles your mind, the impact is always lackluster.
And in such a case, where the mystery isn’t enough to leave you with a satiated experience, the journey and human emotions coupled a taut treatment and scintillating performances need to be enough for you to not care much about the mystery; The Buckingham Murders belongs to the latter category.
Set in Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, DS Jasspreet Bamra (Kareena Kapoor Khan) is the new entrant at the station, who has primarily opted for the transfer to try and distract herself from an unfortunate incident that, she just cannot get over with. But as fate may have it, her first case as a detective in Wycombe turns out to involve first the missing and then the murder of the same demon she’s trying to run away with. What follows is a whodunit where people are involved with their own motives and it becomes a question – just who did it afterall?
The premise of The Buckingham Murders might have seemed riveting on paper but in theory, it seems just another whodunit where the ultimate killer reveal is partially predictable – but director Hansal Mehta is aware about it and hence chose to focus on the other aspects to make the journey as riveting, engaging and worthy as possible. Mehta, known for his sleek and concise treatment towards his screenplay adopts the same technique to play around with and never tries to go over-the-top or get overly dramatic – the easiest pit to fall into.
A level of sophistication is maintained throughout and you understand how this would be the best bet to appeal to the global viewers as much as it would to the Indian thrill lovers. In fact, the film is perhaps 60% English and 40% Hindi and understandably so. Most importantly, Mehta and the casting director, Mukesh Chhabra are able to finally break the curse of casting pathetic white actors in roles of foreigners in a Hindi film – more so because the film is entirely set in the United Kingdom. Finally, we have managed to cast good foreign actors in apt roles.
The entire supporting cast is stellar with their characters but the standout is Ranveer Brar, who after his segment in Modern Love: Mumbai once again proves that he doesn’t just cook lip-smacking good but he can also cook up some really good acting chops and deliver a great performance.
And then you have the legendary Kareena Kapoor Khan. Yes, I don’t use the word ‘legendary’ without understanding the gravitas of it. The woman, just keeps wowing you more and more with every performance and every film. The anguish, sorrow, exhaustion, determination and just effortless screen presence Kapoor Khan has – is immaculate and is accentuated time and again with The Buckingham Murders being another example of the same.
The film would have been another average whodunit film if not for Kapoor Khan, and we aren’t even talking about her natural beauty and starry appeal because that’s completely shadowed here. Here, it’s just Kapoor Khan and her glorious best being her glorious best.
The film does enable a few loose ends with parallel storylines that don’t quite lend to the main saga and lack of backstory to Kapoor Khan’s past except the one incident but due to a certain way in which the screenplay propels itself with gradual developments and the extremely forgiving runtime, The Buckingham Murders works more often than not offering you a good experience at the movies.
Hey cougar! You forgot to answer my question 
I like the way Kareena's performance is lauded as the main plus of the movie 
| topics | author | replies | views | reply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oyebollywood | 15 | 868 | ||
| oyebollywood | 6 | 394 | ||
| cuteluv | 1 | 217 | ||
| oyebollywood | 28 | 1.5k | ||
| priya185 | 4 | 546 |
comment:
p_commentcount