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8/10
Hun Iqbal:- A Film Heavy On Content And The Thrill Flavour
vimarshmunsif6 February 2023
We've often heard about "Change Is Constant." With changing times, the manner of making movies and the kind of content to be shown in it is changing too.

I haven't seen a plethora of Gujarati movies to be able to tell about its overall scenario but certainly, the industry is evolving big time of late.

Yesterday, I watched Hun Iqbal on the big screen. It was an absolute delight to watch the flick on the whole. The "Concept" and the "Plot" are the clear winners in this movie. It is an out an out thriller which is easily a Director's movie.

The level of content and the art of attracting viewers' attention throughout has been successfully achieved here. From the beginning itself, the drama unfolds in such a manner that you're inclined towards the screen and wanna anticipate about "What Next!"

Hun Iqbal is a masterpiece in content and wins on concept alone, not to forget the performances and dialogues that add to its beauty. The only negative I found was the editing. Given the manner in which it ended, editing could surely have been a tad bit more crisp, especially in the second half.

The ending was unusual too. You don't quite end a movie without ending it. That's another brave call by the team. It could have backfired but I guess it was worth the risk. It only adds to the differential flavour of the movie.

The mystery remains intact and there's so much more to be seen too. Given the positive word of mouth, I'm sure many people will watch the movie and eagerly wait for what's to unfold in the next part.

The direction is gripping and given the quality of content and story writing, it only enhances the reputation of the movie. Music and background is quite good too. In fact, there's a Hindi song that's much better than what all Bollywood comes up with these days. Kirdaar sung by Tshering Bhutia is outstanding. Her voice is lovely and she wins us over with the softness and peaceful vocals. Lanka Poonch Ni Pachad and Man Kabootar are brilliant too. Well done Darshan Shah, Thaakur and team.

Coming to the performances, everyone have played their part quite well. Devaki hands down steals the show for me. Be it her looks, her expressions, her dialogue delivery, the manner in which she reacts, everything was perfect. Sonali Ma'am is brilliant too. Nirav Vaidya plays his part quite well and stays put during the tough emotional moments. Ravi Ranjan is good too.

Now, Mitra Gadhvi! Dost, for me, hands down, this is the best movie that you've been a part of. Yes, this goes beyond Bas Ek Chance easily. Again, it was an absolute pleasure to watch you on the big screen and in such an impactful role again. Onwards and upwards, always. Waiting to see how you unravel in Part 2. Hai na, Yes!

All in all, Hun Iqbal is in a territory of its own. It is gripping, eventful and keeps us all glued to the screen throughout. The heist has been pulled off, what next now is to be seen. Kudos to Pallav Parikh for coming up with this concept. May you keep scaling new heights.

I would rate it 4/5. It is a must watch movie for sure. Cheers Team Hun Iqbal.
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Why is the name of the movie Iqbal?
meshservicesuae2 May 2023
I think the movie was an attempt to copy hollywood / bollywood style with some vague story telling in the name of getting something fresh and unique on the table. Not sure why would the writer and director attempt the second part when first was so random.

Not all things that are unique or hatke are worth it. I guess when a baby tries something new it exclaims at the smallest of its achievements and slightest of appreciations make baby happy. Direction was poor, plot was not anything exciting and the reason to make the movie, unknown. A set of people were free and had the money to spend. The only saver was a 15 seconds of acting that the lady does at the end of the movie after which she is killed by the antagonist.
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10/10
Didn't Blink Until The Movie Was Over...
parmarankitar8 March 2023
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Didn't blink until the movie was over... Thank you...I am waiting for the second part of this movie. Hope the second part comes soon.

Didn't blink until the movie was over... Thank you...I am waiting for the second part of this movie. Hope the second part comes soon.

Didn't blink until the movie was over... Thank you...I am waiting for the second part of this movie. Hope the second part comes soon.

Didn't blink until the movie was over... Thank you...I am waiting for the second part of this movie. Hope the second part comes soon.

Didn't blink until the movie was over... Thank you...I am waiting for the second part of this movie. Hope the second part comes soon.
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9/10
The story can give bollywood n hollywood, run for the money 👍
cssharmanilesh8 February 2023
I will start with PROs: 1. Great script, hands down to the writer. It keeps you invested in the movie and guessing how and where it will go from every turn in the movie.

2. Few unexpected moves made it even better and yes, no spoils but there is huge surprise at the end of the movie.

Only thing that would keep it from being a big hit is starcast. Having so many talented actors in gujarati cinema today, they chose really bad actors, and being honest, the lead actor playing the role of Iqbal is very bad.

Still, give it a shot. Totally worth your money and time. You would be in for a surprise.

Ifthey had more money and better actors, it would have created a wave lyk CHELLO DIVAS 👍
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10/10
Intersting story
patelbhautik-3502815 October 2023
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Good turns in story time by time, and it gets better and intense with movie go ahead. First time I saw this type of movie in Gujarati cinema so quite good for experience. I truly enjoy the whole movie. I expect that movie will solve all the questions at the end but many questions still remain without answers so overall it's good movie for the person who like thriller movies. You should watch at least one time. And also waiting for the second if the makers makes it properly and with in time. Otherwise this movie will go in dark palce and story remain unfinished at the end. Let's find out who is Iqbal actually in this movie in second part.
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10/10
First Master piece Thriller in Gujarati Cinema
vtanmayn27 February 2023
What makes a great thriller? It's a deceptively broad genre that can be as hard to pin down as "Character Iqbal". The span takes in everything from slow-burn noodle-twisters like south movie "Chakra" little close but diff stoey plot. This film close to noirs, heist movies, crime capers, psychological head scratchers and current digital capability of Gujarati cinema.

But you always know you're watching one. You can feel its "what next" energy coursing through your body, leaving your mouth a bit dryer and your palms a little clammier. The best filmmakers know that for a thriller to work, it needs to be a visceral experience: something you feel as much as watch. And they know that done right, its payoff can haunt you for a lifetime. Think of classic thrillers as fully-formed worlds standing by to welcome you in and shake you up. Our advice? Start with this Gujarati frying masterpieces. I am waiting for Sequeal.
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1/10
Novel story with worst screenplay
sonichirag-041381 March 2023
One & only plus point about the film is novel story , such that can make every Gujarati cinegoer proud . But the good thing stops here .

Iqbal is the story of perfect heist done in first few minutes of the movie , and rest is based on how the cops working (with the help of a journalist) to catch Iqbal .

Interesting plot but poor direction , overacting by leads (including Devki ), and confused screenplay lands up nowhere. .

There are plenty of technical loopholes hard to digest for the viewer . Excessive smoking scenes, repeatative narration of Iqbal and his so called character profile scenes makes the movie boring after an intrigue first hour.

It is really painful to see such poor quality of final product though having amazing plot.
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9/10
Heist that sees normal keeps getting complicated to get solved
meetca12 February 2023
Story: Main hero of the movie is storyline. The best written of movie is it's story line.

Direction: Lot of scope for imrovement. However, director is near to the heart of the screenplay and story so the lapses are covered.

Charecterisation: In quest of maintaining balance between the charecters, charecters depth is missing.

Cinematography and Photography: Camera work seems week in many sequences. We feel camera is instable trying to keep away from spoilers and links.

Could have been better if Mitra's role could have been powered enough to make him stronger.

Still story stills 9/10.

Other aspects make it vulnerable.
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5/10
Good movie, but cheap acts of smoking
mysticshiva26 February 2023
Movie plot is good, but spoiled by unnecessary smoking scenes. The inspector smokes as if that is so important for the character. The women reporter also overacts, drinks, and smokes. Her behavior is unnecessarily mimics prostitute which isn't good for Gujarati cinema or audience. A good movie is spoiled by two characters and their stupid character building using alcohol and cigarettes. I would have rated this movie higher if smoking and alcohol was not shown. Also, lady reporter role should have been given to someone else a better fit....let's hope next time this movie writer producer director consider some cleanliness.
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9/10
The Unique story.
dileepthakor-674388 March 2023
The Unique story you never seen in any Hollywood or Bollywood, Must watch Hun Iqbal movie,. Story is too good But Directer was trying to long story and scenes. For gujarati industry it's too good to for new contant, this movie actor need more acting level and expression with dialogues,. The writer has used his brain well but some scenes are too long which will make you feel bored. ...Some overacting has been shown too much which can be known only by seeing For story 5/5 For acting 3.5/5 For climex 5/5 For movie directory of movie 4/5 Overall good movie je loko ne kantado ocho aave che a loko maate must.

We want part-2 ...i don't care ke movie a collection vadhare karyu che ke nai loko ne gamyu che ke nai pan mane to bau gamyu.
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3/10
A film with great story but poor direction
raihanpatel11112 February 2023
The cinematography, all the camera angles and the lightings in many of the scene is awful. The pacing of the film is real pain for the viewers as well. The story had a great potential but it seemed apparent that they didn't know how to end the movie, The ending seemed very abrupt and tease of sequel used as a tool to buy some time to write the story forward, which should be considered shameful from the writer and director of the movie. The story, background music and acting from few individuals made the movie worth. I would not suggest people to watch it in theatre and wait for it to showup on OTT. It felt as if making suspense movie is not a cup of tea for the director no matter how much some people praise him for it.
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1/10
Waste of time
vdmehta13 March 2023
Waste of Time Thr story base is unique but it got completely wasted as the movie does not move an inch since the beginning. The overexaggerated smoking scenes by lead actors and unwanted roll of RJ Devaki wastes the length of the movie further. The CBI chief seems to need some medical help as he always feels demotivated from the first scene.

Poor direction Poor acting Poor casting Poor dialogues Poor screenplay The only good thing is a thought of a such a plot which is unique. Let's see where the movie goes in the 2nd part.

It is OK if you miss to see the first part. Just see 15-20 minutes of the 1st part and you will understand the movie. But it is suggested to watch 2nd part after getting to know the reviews.

The other movie "Vash" is an excellent gem on the other hand and "Hu Iqbal" stands nowhere.
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1/10
Poor direction, acting, screenplay wasted the excellent plot
chiragda-012696 March 2023
The story base is unique but it got completely wasted as the movie does not move an inch since the beginning. The overexaggerated smoking scenes by lead actors and unwanted roll of RJ Devaki wastes the length of the movie further. The CBI chief seems to need some medical help as he always feels demotivated from the first scene.

Poor direction Poor acting Poor casting Poor dialogues Poor screenplay The only good thing is a thought of a such a plot which is unique. Let's see where the movie goes in the 2nd part.

It is OK if you miss to see the first part. Just see 15-20 minutes of the 1st part and you will understand the movie. But it is suggested to watch 2nd part after getting to know the reviews.

The other movie "Vash" is an excellent gem on the other hand and "Hu Iqbal" stands nowhere.
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3/10
A good plot wasted by poor direction and jarring length
reed-548051 March 2023
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Let's summarize entire movie in points one by one:

1) Unnecessary smoking scenes, camera angles, liquor consumption by Police and journalist in dry state like Gujarat, wow!

2) Illogical scenes like all lookalikes on many traffic 🚦 signals and nobody noticed that? Nobody?

3) Why there is no handwriting expert in Gujarat Police?!? Nobody felt like matching fake Iqbal's handwriting with real Iqbal?

4) This could be a very good milestone in Gujarati film industry IF direction, screenplay and actors were better.

5) Ultimately, it's a wasted attempt to make a mystery flick in Gujarati that wasted my 2 hours 15 minutes.

6) Unnecessary movie length that could easily be trimmed.

7) 3 out of 10 stars are okay, not more.

Plot was good, execution was not!

Even they're planning Part 2 of this?!? It means extended mental torture.
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