KUNAL KOHLI WITH HIS TOHLI

WHERE DOES IT HEAD: - Thoda Pyaar Thoda Maig makes you nostalgic. It takes you back to the light-hearted, cheerful, feel-good cinema made by directors of caliber like Hrishikesh Mukherjee. It is a movie that puts a smile on your face even if you walked in with a puckered brow. It is a perfect film, so what if it is made from extracts from movies like Mary Poppins, The Sound Of Music and Enchanted. Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic may not be the most unique script, but the sweet and tender moments in this venture raise it to a watchable status. To put a long story short, Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic is a simple story, well told.
Ranbeer [Saif Ali Khan], a leading entrepreneur, is a loner, not by choice, but because he lost everyone he ever loved. He is now faced with an uncomfortable situation. In a rare and marker court verdict, he is to look after four orphan children Vasisht, Avantika, Aditi and Iqbal. The orphans hate him and want to settle of scores from him. The children do not want to live with a man they hate; he too cannot face them for certain reasons. Their life together is very gloomy. One day, the kids pray to God (Rishi Kapoor), who has the toughest task of all... He needs to make humans learn to live happily ever, just like the fairy tale for help and He does help them. He sends his most playful, childlike, lovable, endearing angel to the rescue, with a task to bring Ranbeer and the kids together. Geeta [Rani Mukherjee] who is the angel comes bicycling down a rainbow... and bursts into Ranbeer's house as the self-proclaimed new nanny and then starts the roller coaster ride of entertaining, emotions, magic and love. It’s a story of an angel who doesn't know what love is, a man who always lost love and four orphans who need love. So its all about love (little love, little magic)
THE RIGHT: - It is filmed in bright, saturated colors with skillfully integrated effects and animated accompaniments, Kunal Kohli’s enjoyable family comedy. Has a enthusiasm and optimism that trump the expectedness of its story. Though feather-light, it manages to engage some substantial matters: the Indian family and nation building. In a musical number set in a museum the angel makes history come alive, showing the kids that India’s past is overture to its great future. And, the film gives the impression to say, that future will be built on strong families. When the businessman dashes a big deal in Los Angeles to guard the children, he becomes stronger and more human. It's the second hour that takes the film to a different level. How Saif bonds with each of them and the turning point, an incident that makes the kids see Saif differently, is simply excellent.
THE WRONG: - it’s a pleasure to watch Rani in a role that does justice to her talent. She's lovable but why is she sporting the same outfit throughout? Ameesha’s character is a stinging point, mainly because her character looks like an add-on as the film could do equally well without her character. Ten minutes into the movie and you know what's up next for the suave biz tycoon Ranbeer Talwar (Saif Ali Khan), who walks out of award ceremonies (of course, with awards) even before his name is actually called out for. But the first half isn't without its share of flaws.
WHERE TO HEAD: - On the whole, Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic is a simple story told very effectively and efficiently. At the box-office, it may be a slow starter, but should gradually gather momentum with a strong word of mouth. Strangely, for some reason, the film lacks the hype which is usually associated with a biggie. Perhaps, the series of flops the premiere production house [YRF] roiled out, indirectly, took a toll on this movie. But Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic should reverse the trend. It's one of those films you'd enjoy watching with your family, without feeling embarrassed or discomfited. It's sure to put a smile on your face when you exit the cinema hall, which, is a rarity these days!
Go watch it, it is a treat for your entire family, especially the kids!