With Runway 34, Ajay Devgn finally finds his tongue as a director, and two atrocious prior attempts. But, is it enough?
If Ajay's Vikrant Khanna is an arrogant rule breaker and boastful of his photographic memory (one that itself could have been credited as a supporting cast, watch the movie to know why we said so), Amitabh Bachchan's Narayan Vedant, heading the probe into Vikrant's daredevil stunt, is a stickler for rules. Runway 34 is surrounded by a populated area, runway 16 would have been an easier choice, flying off to Bengaluru airport instead would have been by the book. What doesn't land is the second half of the film. Runway 34 is a gripping film, inspired by the true story behind the Jet Airways Doha to Kochi flight, 9W 555. Elaichi is a different matter, also a different story. Ajay's Vikrant is also a troublemaker.
Ajay Devgn and Amitabh Bachchan starrer Runway 34 has released today. Apart from playing the lead role, the actor has also directed and produced the ...
Instead of being lauded and honoured Vikrant is hauled over the coals, pulled up for drinking a small ampule of gin in flight. Devgn lets his hurt and his unsullied self-worth do all the talking through his eyes. Just the pilot and his questionable heroism. The first half where he must make a split-second decision that could land his passengers into the jaws of death is remarkably gripping. As Vikrant Khanna, he pilots the well-written film through some serious stormy weather, and I mean that literally. Curiously it is all explained away at the end with technical know-how that lawyers use to wriggle out of tricky cases.
On Thursday, a day before the release of Runway 34, Rakul Preet Singh thanked the team of the movie for a "turbulence-free flight." Directed by Ajay Devgn, ...
The film has been directed and produced by Ajay Devgn, who is also playing the lead in the film. On Thursday, a day before the release of Runway 34, Rakul Preet Singh thanked the team of the movie for a "turbulence-free flight." Thankyouuuu @ajaydevgn sir for making me a part of your vision and placing your trust in me and thankyou to the entire team for making it a turbulence-free flight."
At the outset, Runway 34 comes across as a partial remake of the award-winning Denzel Washington film Flight (2012), which was based on a seasoned pilot ...
In a manner as unconvincing as Devgn’s arguments when promoting Hindi as the national language, Runway 34 has time to throw in some supposedly miraculous twists in the film’s third act. The flight itself does occasionally live up to the survivalist thrills Runway 34 promises but the screenplay and Devgn’s direction are its worst enemy, as horrendous attempts at comedy, featuring a cameo appearance from Youtuber CarryMinati, get in the way. As uncreative as this sounds, Runway 34 perhaps would have worked better as a straight remake of Flight. But then Devgn’s character would have to actually and honestly engage with his deep personal flaws instead of simply indulging in some faux-heroic spiel about him caring too much about his career and his passengers’ safety.
While some found the latest Ajay Devgn film to be absolutely engaging and good enough to keep them hooked and booked, others found it to be an underwhelming ...
The film is the story of the 2015 Jet Airways Doha-Kochi flight which had a narrow escape after facing turbulence. Ajay Devgn and Amitabh Bachchan are expected to bring all their experience into play in this rare aviation suspense drama from Bollywood.” Ajay Devgn’s latest directorial Runway 34 has hit theatres on April 29.
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However, this is not the first time a film has got leaked on day 1 of its release. Runway 34 is based on true events from 2015 when a Doha to Kochi flight had a narrow escape after facing difficulties to land at the airport due to bad weather and low visibility. However, there is a bad news for the makers as Runway 34 as the film has become the latest victim of piracy.
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So, I needed the camera to move in that much space. It wasn’t very easy to shoot this film because I wanted to realistically create that feeling of claustrophobia in an aircraft. In a recent chat with indianexpress.com, Devgn said, “This time, I got a very solid script that required a lot of claustrophobia.
In most sensible films, the protagonist of 'Runway 34' would have been a repulsive character, but here we're supposed to root for him.
It’s bad enough that Vikrant has been summoned for a hearing but before that he meets a few hostile officers, who inform him with (bizarre) glee that, in fact, his feat wasn’t heroic, for a woman (yes, the same one-out-of-the-two-people-whom-Vikrant-is-kind-to old woman) has died en route to hospital. Even that’s not enough, because Tripathi soon begins to cough vigorously (“drama! Drama! More drama!” I could almost hear director Devgn scream). Again, it’s not enough that the imperilled airplane, running low on fuel, is circling in the air, looking for an opportunity to crash land. One calls him an “ace pilot”. A song cheers him in the background: “He’s the one, he’s the alpha man.” He brags about his “photographic memory”. He’s constantly mean and hostile to his co-pilot, Tanya Albuquerque (Rakul Preet Singh — we’ll get to her in a bit). The movie doesn’t improve in the second half, too, when Vikrant endures tough interrogation sessions in a courtroom-like set-up, helmed by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau officer Narayan (Amitabh Bachchan). A conscientious man, Narayan is all taunts, anger and intimidation – in shudh Hindi. Bachchan plays his role with admirable verve and relish – the film’s only high-point. Helping the audiences, Runway 34 provides two examples of him being nice – and there are no surprises here – a) when he’s talking to his daughter, b) when he’s comforting an old woman. Like Whip, Vikrant struggles to get out of the bed and stay awake during the flight.
But, first what is 'Mayday'?. "Mayday!" is an international distress call used by airplane pilots, boat captains, and some emergency response personnel. It ...
Such is the case with Boman Irani and Angira Dhar. Jasleen Royal hits and misses with her music numbers but The Fall deserves special mention. Coming from the rush of a brilliantly executed, adrenaline-pumping first half, the action comes to an excruciating courtroom post-interval, where everybody takes a beat's pause before uttering a word. Apart from the pace, there are dramatic and illogical turns that stop the venture from being tip-top. But both get called into a formal investigation by Narayan Vedant ( Amitabh Bachchan) for calling "Mayday." Vedant aims to uncover every dereliction of duty displayed during the flight. Devgn the actor maintains a solid performance throughout the length as well. Employing an impressive star cast and stunning visual effects, we do get a thrilling ride from Devgn the director.
Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh and Amitabh Bachchan starrer Runway 34 has been released today. Here's what the netizens have to say about it.
The audience has given the green signal to the movie upon its release. It also features Boman Irani, Rakul Preet Singh, Angira Dhar, and Aakanksha Singh, produced and directed by Ajay Devgn. Now, as the movie has finally hit the cinemas it has been receiving positive responses from social media users. Runway 34 starring Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and Amitabh Bachchan has finally been released in the theatres today.
Runway 34 stars Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Boman Irani in key roles.Helmed by Devgn, this is his third directorial after U Me Aur ...
Barring the one scene in which he apologises to the daughter of the only woman who dies after the landing, he oscillates between playing stoic and arrogant, even when caught in a fatal crisis. There’s Boman Irani as the owner of the airline in question, Angira Dhar as his lawyer for Khanna, and Akanksha Singh as Khanna’s wife Samaira. They are given so little to do that it will be unfair to even call them cardboard characters. We’re told Vedant is the best there is but Runway 34 never makes a compelling case for him. Both 'Sully' and 'Neerja' were biographical films that skilfully depicted the most dramatic event of their protagonist’s life, all that led to it, and the aftermath. That’s when the film starts to sink. The first half of the film is almost entirely dedicated to the flight between Dubai and Kochi piloted by Khanna and his assistant Tanya Albuquerque, played by an earnest Rakul Preet Singh, and all that goes wrong mid-air.
Dad Amitabh Bachchan's biggest cheerleader Abhishek congratulated the entire cast of the film on its release.
Interestingly, the film was initially titled MayDay, but through the journey of the shoot, director Ajay decided to rename the film Runway 34. On the other hand, Amitabh Bachchan essays the character of an investigating officer. Just came out of the film a true cinematic experience.
Ajay Devgn-starrer Runway 34 released in the theatres on April 29. The film opened to just Rs 3 crore.
Just about time for #KGF2. to take lead in its 3rd wk ahead of the new releases!! Just about time for #KGF2. to take lead in its 3rd wk ahead of the new releases (sic)!!" — Girish Johar (@girishjohar)— Girish Johar (@girishjohar) So...both #Heropanti2& #Runway34have a poor start at the box office. Runway 34 is a gripping film, inspired by the true story behind the Jet Airways Doha to Kochi flight, 9W 555. According to the Box Office India, "Runway 34 also did poor numbers on day one and the difference between Heropanti 2 and this film is the mass belts and those advance bulk buys at national chains for Heropanti 2. According to early estimates, the aviation thriller collected in the range of Rs 3 crore to Rs 3.50 crore on its opening day.
Runway 34 box office collection: Ajay Devgn's latest directorial has had a bad start at the box office. The film, which also stars Rakul Preet Singh and ...
As per a Box Office India report, the film earned just ₹3 crore on day one. The Hindustan Times review of the film read, “Donning the director's hat, one more time, Ajay does a brilliant job. Runway 34 has not delivered a promising first day at the box office.
Runway 34's sluggish performance at the ticket counters could also be because of the competition from this week's other release Heropanti 2, and KGF Chapter ...
Though Runway 34 has received a slow start at the theaters, the film has received a mixed response from the critics. However, the presence of superstars like Ajay Devgn and Amitabh Bachchan will give it a wider reach.” The trends suggest, biz will multiply over the weekend + #Eidholidays… [Week 3] Fri 4.25 cr. Total: ₹ 353.06 cr. Total: ₹ 353.06 cr. Runway 34’s sluggish performance at the ticket counters could also be because of the competition from this week’s other release Heropanti 2, and KGF Chapter 2 which has been running well in the theaters since its release.
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The flight scenes displaying the fear and anxiety of the petrified passengers are real and palpable. The external flight shots of the aircraft flying amidst thunder and rain are also beautifully executed and appear real. This website uses cookies or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations.