Feb. 28, 2020|India|140 Min.|R
Genre: Action;Adventure;Crime;Drama;Music;Reality;Romance;South;Indian
Description: “Ik Sandhu Hunda Si,” a 2020 Punjabi film, follows a typical masala formula, blending romance, action, and student politics. While it manages to evoke some laughter and tears, the story and characters feel outdated by at least two decades. The protagonist, Sandhu, embodies an old-school hero—punching bullies, protecting friends, and delivering punchy dialogues like, “In the university, only two things matter: books and Sandhu’s name.” His love interest, played by Neha Sharma, dreams of a traditional life, declaring, “You’ll farm, and I’ll bring you food,” which adds to the film’s predictable and average narrative.
Their love story feels rushed and unconvincing, developing instantaneously without emotional depth. The first half introduces a series of characters, each played skillfully, particularly Vikramjeet Virk as Kala and Pawan Malhotra as Jagga MLA. However, despite a talented cast, including Gippy Grewal as Sandhu, Roshan Prince, and Babbal Rai, the film struggles to engage. The weak script, clichéd dialogues, and uninspired direction fail to capitalize on the potential of the ensemble.
Visually, the film offers glimpses of Punjab’s vibrant culture, with aerial shots of Panjab University, election rallies, and the city’s iconic locations. Yet, these elements aren’t enough to compensate for the lackluster storytelling. While “Ik Sandhu Hunda Si” might appeal to fans of traditional Punjabi cinema, it falls short of leaving a lasting impression.
Cast director: Rakesh mehta
Cast actor: Gippy Grewal, Neha Sharma, Vikramjeet Virk, Roshan Prince, Dheeraj Kumar, Raghveer Boli, Jas Dhillon, Babbal Rai, Pavan Malhotra, Kuku Diwan
Original name: Ik Sandhu Hunda Si