Dhadkan

Of the cast, Shilpa Shetty looks resplendent in those pastel-coloured outfits and an all-new seedha-saadha look. She manages a sincere performance that is easily her best so far. Despite the occasional melodramatic over-acting, she is a pleasure to watch. Akshay Kumar plays his part well, and lends able support. Sunil Shetty shines with a performance that is neither over-the-top, nor underplayed. He exudes just the right amount of intensity that his character requires. Mahima Chaudhary, meanwhile, despite only three-and-a-half scenes and one song to her credit, delivers the goods perfectly. Once again she proves she8217;s a natural before the camera.

Unfortunately, despite just about every other department meeting the requirements, the film falls flat on its face because of a cliched storyline and not-so-brilliant direction.

First Mela, now this8230; Dharmesh Darshan, please put a dhakkan on it, will you?