Lucky Baskhar Review: A riveting con drama with Dulquer Salmaan's stellar act

3.5/5

Lucky Baskhar Story

Lucky Bhaskar is set in Mumbai during the late 1980s. The film follows Baskhar (Dulquer Salmaan), a dedicated bank employee who is denied a promotion despite being the best employee for three consecutive years. During this time, a man (Raamki) approaches Baaskhar with a smuggling deal. Frustrated with the system, he agrees, steals money from the bank, and makes a significant profit. This easy money fuels Bhaskar’s greed, leading him to quickly gamble in the stock market, where he earns crores. However, he is unaware that his lust for money will land him in serious trouble. How he navigates these challenges forms the core story of the film.

Lucky Baskhar Review

Films about the banking sector are rare in Telugu cinema, and director Venky Atluri explores this subject with a family drama twist. From the opening scene, Lucky Bhaskar draws you into its narrative. The production design, costumes, and emotional aspects of the bygone era are superbly portrayed by Venky Atluri.

Casting Dulquer Salmaan as a middle-class bank employee is another highlight, as the Malayalam superstar is charming and captivating throughout the film. The first half of Lucky Bhaskar is engaging and features many heroic moments. The cons depicted feel authentic and add a proper thrill factor, keeping the audience engaged.

One notable aspect of Lucky Bhaskar is that it avoids melodrama, presenting emotions that are genuine and well-balanced. Telugu films about conmen are rare, but Lucky Bhaskar ranks among the top five, as Venky Atluri ensures entertainment through thrills and grounded performances.

A standout feature is how Venky Atluri simplifies complex banking, bank scams, and stock market details so that anyone can follow along. He paces the film well in both halves, with the thrilling climax as a highlight. The anticipation around how the protagonist, involved in so many scams, might walk away clean is a compelling aspect, and Venky's intricate plot connections make the climax especially satisfying.

In terms of performances, Dulquer Salmaan leads with a wonderful portrayal of Bhaskar. This type of character is a perfect fit for him, and Dulquer's nuanced performance shines without crossing into negative territory, showcasing his skills as an actor. His heroic moments will appeal to mass audiences.

Meenakshi Chaudhary plays her role elegantly, adding depth to the film with her screen presence. Sai Kumar as the CBI officer, and Tinu Anand as the bank MD are effective in their roles. The editing is crisp, and the dialogues are well-written. The high production values are evident on screen.

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The production design is integral to the film's success; the bank set and the late ‘80s atmosphere are showcased beautifully, thanks to the art department’s efforts in creating an authentic look. GV Prakash's music is outstanding, with all the songs adding impact, while his background score elevates the scenes even further.

Venky Atluri’s screenplay is gripping, with a well-executed interval and climax. Though a few scenes in the second half feel redundant, they are managed well by a convincing climax. One walks out of the theater with a smile on their face as Lucky Baskhar has the trappings to entertain the audience till the end.

Lucky Bhaskar is a well-crafted film in every respect. At a time when Telugu cinema often leans on routine commercial topics, Lucky Bhaskar is a refreshing and thoroughly entertaining change.

Verdict

On the whole, Lucky Baskhar is one of the most thoroughly entertaining Telugu films in recent times. The backdrop, emotions, thrills, and Dulquer Salmaan's amazing act make this film rich in content and entertainment. Book your tickets now and celebrate Diwali with Lucky Baskhar's engaging ride.

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