Critic’s Rating: 2.5/5
Story:
“One Friday Night” revolves around Ram Varma (Milind Soman), a high-ranking executive entangled in an extramarital affair with Nirosha (Vidhi Chitalia), a much younger woman. A sudden accident at Ram’s secluded villa prompts Nirosha to seek help from his wife, Lata (Raveena Tandon), a gynecologist, and that decision sets off a chain of events with unforeseen consequences.
Review:
The promise of a gripping thriller in “One Friday Night” is eclipsed by its lackluster execution, leaving viewers disenchanted and longing for the credits to roll. Director Manish Gupta’s decision to steer clear of melodramatic Bollywood clichés is commendable, but unfortunately, the film struggles to evoke genuine dramatic moments, resulting in a disconnected experience. With a polished storytelling approach and a tighter script, “One Friday Night” had the potential to be a captivating thriller, but it falls short of expectations.
The film’s premise holds some intrigue, with a C-suite executive’s affair leading to an unexpected accident and subsequent confrontation between his wife and lover. However, the potential intensity of the plot is never fully realized on screen. The constant heavy rain and isolated villa could have added depth to the narrative, but they fail to become integral elements of the story.
Raveena Tandon delivers a commendable performance as Lata, infusing her character with sincerity. Milind Soman’s portrayal of Ram is passable, while Vidhi Chitalia’s performance as Nirosha shows promise but falls short of fully exploring the complexity of her character. It’s a missed opportunity to create a multi-dimensional persona that would have added depth to the overall plot.
In his previous works like “Rahasya” and “Section 375,” Manish Gupta showcased brilliance in storytelling, which seems to be absent in “One Friday Night.” The film suffers from pacing issues, and certain scenes, like the accident sequence, feel unnecessarily prolonged, without contributing significantly to the narrative.
Despite the film’s 90-minute runtime, it fails to maintain a gripping hold on the audience’s attention. The lack of thrilling and dramatic moments, which are essential in any good thriller, leaves “One Friday Night” feeling lackluster and unfulfilled.
Conclusion:
“One Friday Night” disappoints as it misses the mark on delivering a compelling and engaging thriller experience. With a more refined approach to storytelling and character development, the film could have been so much more. As it stands, it fails to leave a lasting impression on its viewers.
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