Shahkot Film Review Guru Randhawa’s Acting flattens Failure of fame over artistic skills
Shahkot Film released on 4th October despite heavy opposition from Shiv Sena only to tank at the box office.
Guru Randhawa, known for his hit Punjabi songs, recently made his Pollywood debut in the film Shahkot (2024). Directed by Rajiv Dhingra, the movie stars Randhawa as Iqbal, a man mistaken for someone from Shahkot, Pakistan. As Iqbal tries to escape and return to India, he finds himself working for a politician named Abbaji (played by Raj Babbar). Things get complicated when Abbaji’s daughter, Marvi (played by Isha Talwar), falls for Iqbal, even though her father has other plans for her marriage.
While the story of Shahkot had potential, Guru Randhawa’s acting leaves much to be desired. Like many singers who try to become actors, Randhawa seems to rely more on his fame than on improving his acting skills. His performance feels flat, lacking the depth needed for his character. Unfortunately, despite the buzz around his debut, theaters remained empty, and the film didn’t do well at the box office. The opposition from Shiv Sena, which criticized the film for its portrayal of Pakistan and India, also hurt the movie’s performance.
This isn’t the first time an entertainer’s fame hasn’t been enough to draw audiences to the theater. Randhawa’s earlier Hindi film, Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay (2024), also failed to impress.
While Randhawa takes up most of the screen time, the supporting actors do a better job. Raj Babbar plays his role well, but the focus on Randhawa’s character limits his performance in Shahkot. Isha Talwar, who plays Marvi, stands out with her natural and charming portrayal, despite having less screen time. Her acting brings some much-needed depth to the film, unlike Randhawa’s lackluster performance.
The focus on Randhawa also takes attention away from the other talented actors, which affects the movie’s overall quality. Isha Talwar, though in a smaller role, proves that strong acting can add a lot to a film.
As Pollywood continues to grow, the trend of casting famous singers in lead roles seems to be slowing down its progress. While Guru Randhawa is a popular singer, his acting debut shows that fame alone isn’t enough to make a movie successful. Singers who want to act need to work on their skills if they truly want to succeed in the film industry.
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Guru Randhawa’s Weak Acting Leads to Shahkot turning to a Box Office Flop
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