A warm, witty debut that stumbles into melodrama but mostly charms.
Verdict tier Recommended, most critics liked it, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.
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Critic consensus
Critical reception for Vicky Donor is broadly positive, with reviewers praising its willingness to tackle an unconventional subject with wit and warmth rather than preachiness. The supporting cast, particularly Annu Kapoor, Kamlesh Gill, and Dolly Ahluwalia, drew consistent acclaim, as did Ayushmann Khurrana's debut performance and Shoojit Sircar's naturalistic direction. The most common criticism is that the film weakens in its second half, where sentimental and melodramatic elements feel protracted or contrived. A few critics also noted that the love story and resolution of the central conflict are less convincing than the film's comedic stretches.
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What doesn't work as well is the love story (though the Bengali-Punjabi parental clash is laugh-out-loud funny) and the resolution of Vicky's thorny problem. Sircar wants to make a case for sperm donation but the film falters when it moves into preachy melodrama. Still, there is much to like here, including Khurrana's performance though I'm still figuring out what was going on with the pink lips! Check out Vicky Donor. It's a nice surprise.
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The repetitions, including the different ways you can define "spurrm", get annoying. Some of the emotional parts get soggy, and the climax, ahem, is contrived. But Vicky Donor's delights outweigh the not-so-good stuff: give me a Bollywood hero who pulls off a pedicure without prurience, and I will tell you, go see this film.
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On the whole, VICKY DONOR is a small film with a big heart. The makers have had the courage to bring a diverse issue out in the open, narrating a daringly different story without getting preachy. Witty, funny and also emotional, VICKY DONOR is forward-thinking, progressive commercial cinema which vastly enlightens and hugely entertains!
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Run to the nearest theatre and surrender yourself to the charm of Vicky and his team. This "Aryaputra" provides only good quality sperm…err… entertainment.
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Large-hearted and generously endowed with moments that you take away with you from the film even as John Abraham comes on screen for an irrelevant song and dance item, the film is the surprise entertainer of the year. It is the warmest, funniest most sensible and sparkling comedy in a very long time. In Shoojit Sircar's vision every single actor shines with a glorious naturalness. Ayushmann is effortlessly the discovery of the year.
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What keeps this film together is the solid supporting cast. Annu Kapoor, in a convincing performance, is bankable as ever. He only speaks sperm language, referring to men as 'complicated sperm', 'confused sperm', et al, and giving advice on how to 'up' the count. Dolly Ahluwalia, plays the dominating mother and saas-serving bahu with melodrama and laughable lines. The unforgettable act is Kamlesh Gill, lighting up every scene with sasuma-like sarcasm, interspersed with witty one-liners and a drunken scene that cracks you up.
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What are you waiting for? Don't waste a sec. Grab your tickets now and make the most of this weekend!
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Overall, 'Vicky Donor' is a lighthearted fun film, which meets expectations. It definitely deserves a watch.
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Hats off to John Abraham for supporting such a wonderful movie. In an age where the people forget the movie the moment you step out of the cinema hall, Vicky Donor makes sure you walk off the theatres with a smile on your face revisiting the scenes with your friends. A great weekend treat; don't miss it.
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VICKY DONOR is not your typical Bollywood film. It is different. Daringly different. John Abraham has done well to partner as producer in this film that should generate a good Box Office return!
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On the whole, Vicky Donor is an entertaining fare. Go for it!
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Vicky Donor loses some of its sperm, er steam, in the second half when the sentimental, ethical reasoning creeps in, it feels a bit avoidable and protracted. Except by then you have begun to care too much for these characters and its unassuming vibe to create a ruckus.
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33 ratings · user score 7.2
Not everyday Bollywood releases a movie this daring, this honest, this funny, this intelligent. Vicky Donor is out of the box concept. It is done with out of the box execution with some out of the box scenes. Anu Kapoor showcases his ultra talent after a long break after his cult character of news paper owner in Mr. India. Ayushmann Khurana is charming and gives his best in his first outing. Yammi is average. Dolly aunty and her mother in law are shining charterers played wonderfully. Movies makes you laugh and makes you emotional with equal ease. Director Shoojit Sircar is one director to watch out for in coming times.
Last few years has witnessed a mushrooming of production houses with almost all the major stars having their own be it SRK's "Red Chillies" or Aamir's "Aamir Productions". The latest to join the bandwagon is John Abraham's "JA Entertainment", which has come out with its maiden venture "Vicky Donor". With a couple of new faces gracing the screen, the onus is on the script to deliver the goods. So will it be happy days ahead for John??? Over the years, India has gone through a wave of change in all walk of life but there are topics like "pre marital sex". "artificial insemination" etc. which are still considered taboo though it does happen behind closed doors. Interestingly, sperm donation is the subject which is taken up for discussion here in a light hearted manner. Vicky (Ayushmann Khurana) is a happy go lucky Punjabi munda living with his widowed mother in Delhi, who runs a beauty parlour. In the nearby locality, Dr. Baldev Chadha (Annu Kapoor) runs an infertility clinic who is in frantic search for a healthy sperm donor which eventually leads him to Vicky. Though reluctant initially, Vicky finally agrees seeing the money on offer. But things take a change when he falls in love with a banker, Asima Roy (Yami Gautam). Will she able to digest when he tells her about sperm donation??? Shoojit Sarcar should be lauded for taking up such an interesting topic & molding it in an enjoyable manner rather than being preachy & melodramatic. Juhi Chaturvedi does deserve praise for coming up with an impressive screenplay which entertains & enlightens at the same time without being abstruse. Another major plus point is the excellent choice of actors who have given a whole hearted performance, making it an enjoyable watch. Ayushmann Khurana of MTV Roadies fame was the apt choice for the protagonist as he seemed totally at ease be it his body language or dialogue delivery & does promise to be the one to look out for in future. Yami Gautam who has graced the silver screen with serials & ads, delivers an endearing performance. Similarly, Annu Kapoor whose credentials as an actor has been proved beyond doubt in the past itself is yet again reiterated. The rest of the cast be it Vicky's mom, grandmom etc., couldnt have been performed better by anyone else. Verdict: Being a low budget film coupled with small stars, it wont create much of a buzz at the box office. But the light hearted treatment of the topic along with credible performances should have word of mouth going in its favour. In short, give it a try for some leisurely time pass as it's indeed a genuine effort!!! Rating: 3/5 Regards...Ben
'Vicky Donor' might be easily called the best Hindi film by the director Shoojit Sircar now. And that's also another phrase to call him a smart and acclaimed filmmaker with a sharp understanding of his sheer craft. Just think- how many films with uncomfortable themes are the films which you absolutely love? And how many of them are actually feel-good family dramas? Vicky Donor does that kamaal ki cheez as the Delhi-based film tackles a man who donates his sperms. The film is not only a celebration of the fact that he does that, but also the fact that he faces so much backlash. Yami Gautam is tender, and Ayushmann Khurrana is keen observer with a great performance sense. But, the reason why it is one among the finest this year is Shoojit Sircar, who mixes the poetic with the commercial. It's 3.5 out of 5 stars for 'Vicky Donor'. Make sure, you make time for it.
Credits
Ayushmann KhurranaVicky Arora
Annu KapoorDr. Baldev Chaddha
Dolly AhluwaliaMrs. Arora
Kamlesh GillBiji
Puja GuptaShweta
Yami Gautam DharAshima Roy Arora
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