Many a time, the problem with such heavy-on-message films is they get carried away by their own preaching. This film cautiously goes slow, emphasising on actions more than words. After all, the idea is to let the grownups understand a bit about the burden kids carry nowadays. The repetitive shots of the two protagonists breaking down under pressure compels you to take notice.

What works for Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami is that it has something new to say about this city’s old ways of being. And that’s certainly worth the two-hour-plus runtime.

Thankfully, it doesn’t succumb to formulas and steers clear of cliches — for the most part…

Brevity is sorely missing as the film could have been shorter. But then, at a time when there’s rampant violence against women, Mardaani gives a glimpse of what should ideally happen.

All in all, it’s not a bad film. Which also means that it could have been lot better given that it has a decent plot to fall back on.

The fact that the film is based on a true story does help it pack a punch. The only trouble is that its knock could have been much harder.

Purani Jeans is certainly no Dil Chahta Hai, but for a film starring fresh faces, it’s a commendable effort.

This film may have low production values but it tackles a sensitive subject head-on and sends a clear message.

If you’re willing to let go of the fact that it doesn’t really pay attention to detailing and Disney’s real persona, you’ll find this to be a really enjoyable movie.

The patience invested in the project shows. There is no out-of-the-book experimentation with camera as some footage is indeed yawn-friendly. However, except the parts where tourists are highlighted, the film is quite seamless.

Like it or leave it, this particular wedding merits gatecrashing.