Movie Review: Uttar Da Puttar: The film takes a big jibe at Vaastu, does fate really change with directions?

Topics like Vaastu, luck and superstition are often debated, but they are rarely shown in a light and entertaining manner in films. ‘Uttar Da Puttar’ comes with this effort. The film laughs, satires and ultimately leaves a question that will probably stay with you even after you leave the theater. However, some shortcomings prevent it from becoming better. The length of this film is 1 hour 43 minutes. Dainik Bhaskar has given this film a 3 out of 5 star rating. How is the story of the film? The story of the film is about Physics professor Sai Ram Tuteja (Annu Kapoor). Tuteja himself, who teaches science, blindly trusts Vaastu. He is adamant that he will build his house only when he gets the perfect land facing north. For this reason, they live in a rented house for years. When they finally get the land of their choice and begin the journey of building their dream house, fate throws one difficulty after another. The story takes an interesting turn after the interval, when Tuteja understands that life changes not just by direction but by one’s decisions and hard work. In this journey, his student Gyan Chand alias GC (Sumit Gulati) becomes his biggest support. The film also raises questions on Vaastu and superstition through comedy and satire. At many places its glimpse reminds one of ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla’. How is the acting of the star cast? Annu Kapoor is the life of the entire film. His acting in the character of Sai Ram Tuteja is so natural that sometimes it seems as if this character was written for him only. Comedy, emotion and timing, he carries the film on his shoulders everywhere. Sumit Gulati (Gyan Chand aka GC) becomes the strong base of the story in the second part and appears honest in his character. Rukhsaar Rehman (Ginni) does a neat acting. Rajendra Sethi (Anand Raj Anand) makes an impact even in less screen time. Actors like Brijendra Kala, Pawan Malhotra, Ishtiaq Khan and Nitin Arora make the film more entertaining with their presence. Direction and technical aspect: Director Ravinder Siwach has presented a good idea in an entertaining manner. The message of the film is clear and it conveys its point without giving a speech. However, some scenes seem longer than necessary and if the editing had been a little tight, the impact of the film could have increased. There is one thing that bothers me in casting also. Nasir Abdullah, who plays Ginni’s father, looks younger than Annu Kapoor on screen. In such a situation, his character of Annu Kapoor’s father-in-law does not seem completely credible. Camera work and other technical aspects are fine as per the story. How is the music of the film? The music of the film goes with the story. The songs look good as per the scene, but are not memorable enough after coming out of the theatre. The background score supports the mood of the film. Final Verdict: To watch or not? ‘Uttar Da Puttar’ is not a big or grand film, but treats a good subject honestly and in a light-hearted manner. Annu Kapoor’s brilliant acting, the support of the rest of the cast and the satire-filled story make it worth watching once. If you like films that make you think along with making you laugh, then ‘Uttar Da Puttar’ will not disappoint you. However, some tight editing and some better casting decisions could have made it stronger.



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