Wow, this film far surpassed my expectations, and I can't believe it didn't receive the kind of acclaim I surely think now it deserves. First, it is wonderfully whimsical and quirky in both story, style and execution. The production design and setting are excellent, camera work is fantastic and the score is successfully used to enhance the narrative through nicely bizarre electronic sound effects. Even the songs, some of which are quite melodious, are used in place and never take away from the general effect (the title track is superbly fitting). Sadly, the same is not true of the poor dubbing, which is a little amusing considering the main protagonist is actually a dubbing artist herself. The first half adopts an effectively comic tone, and it is really amusing and funny. The second half does become more intense and works more as a dramatic thriller, but the film's eccentricity is preserved all through.
Kangana Ranaut sure knows her stuff and clearly, she has always been the ultimate choice for roles of emotionally or mentally unstable women. Here she is terrific - totally in character with not a single false note. Her eyes and expressions, her tone and delivery, her overall look, are obviously all spot on, but these are the basics; it is her spectacular ability to capture so thoroughly Bobby's weirdness and awkwardness that scores big time. Ultimately, she is both funny and someone you feel for. Rajkummar Rao is also excellent as usual although in the presence of someone as dominant as Ranaut, it's quite a challenge. While predictable, the ending is satisfying. The film's latest portions become an example of a truly stunning combination of background score, strongly expressive photography, and intensely surreal and confusing proceedings. This is indeed the highlight of this excellent cinematic entertainment.
