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Student Of The Year 2 Movie Review : The Tiger Shroff, Tara Sutaria, Ananya Panday starrer STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2

Some of the most popular films on OTT platforms at present are those that are set in schools or colleges. These are usually light-hearted films dealing with love and other school based aspects. Not just on streaming platforms, even in cinemas, this genre has never gone out of fashion and Hollywood regularly churns such films. But when it comes to Bollywood, one can hardly recall handful of such films. The only memorable movies one can recollect in the last 10-11 years are JAANE TU YA JAANE NA [2008], 3 IDIOTS [2009] and FUKREY [2013]. STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 hence is an important film in this regard. Its first part, released in 2012, was a success and established three new actors – Varun Dhawan, Alia Bhatt and Sidharth Malhotra. Now, Karan Johar has released STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 and this time he casts two new girls – Ananya Panday and Tara Sutaria – along with popular actor Tiger Shroff. However, it’s Punit Malhotra who’s wearing the director’s cap for the sequel. So does STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 manage to entertain and be as good or better than its predecessor? Or does it fail to entice? Let’s analyse.

STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 is the story of triumph, love and making a comeback. Rohan (Tiger Shroff) and Mridula (Tara Sutaria) study together in Pishori Chamanlal college. Both are in love and there comes a time when Mridula changes her college and gets admission in the prestigious St Teresa College. Rohan too wants to get admitted in this institution but knowing that the fees there are too costly, he abandons the plan. He still tries his luck and seeks admission under the sports quota. As luck would have it, his admission is approved. Rohan reaches there and realizes Mridula has changed. For starters, she now calls herself Mia. She also gets a bit detached with Rohan. However, in no time Rohan wins her heart and they both again become a couple. Meanwhile, Rohan is introduced to the Teresa’s stud and star athlete, Manav Mehra (Aditya Seal). They quickly become friends but Manav’s sister Shreya (Ananya Panday) detests him. She always tries her best to put Rohan in a spot. At the time of the dance competition of the college, Rohan and Mia team up while Manav and Shreya jointly participate. For both the girls, winning the competition is very crucial.  Mia wants to attain popularity and she realizes that this dance competition will be a step in that direction. Shreya, meanwhile, wants to escape the clutches of her tyrannical father Mr Randhawa (Chetan Pandit) and also her over-achiever brother Manav and enrol in a dance school in London. During the competition, Manav and Shreya win while Rohan and Mia get defeated as Mia loses her grip. Mia is devastated and when Rohan goes to console her, he finds Mia and Manav cosying up to each other. An angry Rohan punches Manav. This action leads to Rohan’s expulsion from St Teresa. Manav, still cross over getting hit by Rohan, gangs up and beats Rohan black and blue. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Arshad Syed’s story, with additional inputs by Paulomi Dutta, is nothing new and novel. However, it’s written keeping in the mind the genre. Arshad Syed’s screenplay however is praiseworthy as its peppered with some entertaining, dramatic and even moving moments. The beginning however is a bit haphazard. Arshad Syed’s dialogues are witty and some one-liners raise guffaws.

Punit Malhotra’s direction is appropriate. He understands the space in which the film is set and does justice to the plot in hand. He had a tall order to reach considering that the first part was very well helmed by Karan Johar. In that regard, he comes quite close and that’s quite a feat. Despite the unreal world, Punit puts his earnest effort in making it seem convincing. At a few places, he does falter though, story-wise. Shreya’s turn around in the second half is difficult to digest. Also, a twist in the first half revolving around Mia is surely a shocker but might raise questions.

STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 doesn’t have a great opening as such. The beginning portions don’t really engross viewers. It’s only when Rohan gets admission in St Teresa that the film picks up. The stark contrast between Pishori and St Teresa is well depicted. Also, the issues Rohan faces while adjusting in the new environment and the way he upgrades his wardrobe to fit in is very relatable. The scene at Jeffrey’s is funny but the scene to watch out for in the first half is when Mr Randhawa slaps Shreya. It takes the film to another level as viewers realize Shreya’s life isn’t as lovely as it seems to be. Another sequence that comes close is the intermission point – quite impactful. The second half gets better as Rohan changes gear and also his life dream. A few sequences stand out here – Shreya celebrating her birthday alone, Rohan, Shreya and Mia arguing in the café and the fight at the college stadium. The climax keeps viewers on the edge and though predictable, it makes for a fine watch.

Tiger Shroff is completely in his element and as always, does a great job. His screen presence is electrifying and though he is perceived as a killing machine, it’s still believable when he’s the one getting bashed up by the baddies and he doesn’t even fight back. However, when he does make a comeback, it’s seen to be believed! In fact, the praise should also be showered on Punit Malhotra for using Tiger’s action potential to the fullest and also seamlessly making it a part of film’s narrative! Ananya Panday is a complete star and she proves it. She looks very convincing as a spoilt rich brat. Her change of heart might seem unconvincing but once that happens, she impresses even more, acting-wise. Her’s is in fact the most moving character in the film and she wins hearts! Tara Sutaria too puts her best foot forward. Her screen presence too is something to watch out for. Sadly, she gets a bit sidelined in the second half but she surely gets noticed and is set for a bright future in Bollywood! Aditya Seal is well casted and he is terrific as the baddie. Watch out for the scenes where he’s silently observing and without saying a word, he conveys a lot! Harsh Beniwal (Puggi) is quite entertaining and raises laughs. Ayesha Raza (Principal Singh) and Manoj Pahwa (Coach Mahipal) are a bit over the top but it was as per the requirement of the character. Samir Soni (Principal Gujral) tries to be funny but fails. Gul Panag (Coach Kuljeet) shines in a small role. Chetan Pandit is alright. Rajesh Kumar (Rohan’s astrologer uncle) is hilarious in his entry scene. Manasi Joshi Roy (Roshan’s aunt) is unrecognizable and doesn’t have much to do. Samreen Kaur (Mia’s mother) is there for just one scene which is also needless. Rajveer Singh (Security guard Lahiri Singh) gets noticed. Will Smith is seen for a few seconds while Alia Bhatt adds to the glamour quotient in the end credit song.

Vishal-Shekhar’s music is not that great. The first part had very memorable songs while in this part, songs are below-par. ‘The Jawaani Song’ is the best of the lot and most entertaining. ‘The Hook Up Song’, appears in the end credit, is okay. ‘Main Bhi Nahin Soya’ is moving, more so because of the visuals. ‘Fakira’ and ‘Jat Ludhiyane Da’ are also alright. ‘Mumbai Dilli Di Kudiyaan’ is not a part of the film. Salim-Sulaiman’s background score is energetic and dramatic.

Ravi K Chandran’s cinematography is rich and gives the film a brilliant look. Choreography is visually appealing by all three – Remo Dsouza (‘The Jawaani Song’), Adil Shaikh (‘Fakira’ and ‘Jat Ludhiyane Da’) and Farah Khan (‘The Hook Up Song’). Sumayya Shaikh’s production design is superior in terms of visuals and ups the film’s richness. Manish Malhotra and Nikita Jaisinghani’s costumes are also a treat to the eyes. Though they might seem a bit too over the top, especially the costumes worn by Ananya and Tara, it will be liked by the target audience and might soon even set a new trend in fashion. Sham Kaushal’s action defies logic and laws of gravity at places but in a film of this zone, it actually works well. Ritesh Soni’s editing is praiseworthy. The film is nearly 145 minutes long but doesn’t seem lengthy.

On the whole, STUDENT OF THE YEAR 2 is an entertaining and an enjoyable fare which will strike a chord in the audience’s hearts. At the box office, it has the potential to do excellent business!

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When it comes to eccentric fashion, Ranveer Singh surely knows how to slay. From wearing man-skirts to nathni, he has shown us that gender-neutral dressing is right up his alley. So, when we spotted him on the cover of this leading fashion magazine, we couldn’t hold back our excitement because he turned up looking like a star!

Dressed in a black pinstriped, checkered suit from The Arvind store along with a blue and yellow Tommy Hilfiger tie, the talented actor looked dapper on the cover of Maxim India’s September issue. Styled by Nikita Jaisinghani, the force behind Karan Johar’s offbeat looks, she chose a simple lapel pin from The Gentleman’s Community to accessorise Singh’s outfit and round it out with a pair of black shoes from Dune London, which he wore sans socks.

Along with him, the cover featured supermodel Elena Fernandes.

If the Lootera star looked suave and stylish, Fernandes too looked every bit ravishing on the cover in a black Penelope Bustier along with a high slit maxi skirt, both from the Sydney-based Meshki boutique. The look was completed with a pair of black ankle-strap stilettos from Steve Madden. To let her sexy outfit do all the talking, only a chic silver choker from Minerali store was chosen to accessorise the look.

Here’s a glimpse of the cover.

And if you are awed by the cover, wait till you see the inside photos. While Ranveer Singh slays it in yet another black suit by Arvind store with a pastel patterned shirt and black tie, Fernandes sets the temperature soaring in a sheer top.

Wearing a full-sleeves black see-through top with a black shorts from Amigos, the diva looks sizzling hot. Red hot lips and simple diamond studs from ShazeIndia adds the right amount of bling. But it is the pair of pink, Aldo lace-up block-heel booties that is the most unusual and striking part about the look.

Another stunning photo from the shoot was shared by the magazine where the Bajirao Mastani actor looked classy in a navy suit along with a silver and blue brocade waistcoat. Paired with tan brown shoes sans socks, he is seen sitting on a wooden stool, while Fernandez flaunts her bare back in a golden backless gown.

Which look do you like the most? Let us know in the comments below.

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From quirky shades to cool sweatshirts: Karan Johar’s recent looks might give you #OOTD goals

Not just for the main award night at IIFA 2017, the fashionista aced his style game everywhere. From airports to rehearsals, his fashion picks were bang on. (Source: karanjohar/ Instagram) Related News

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When it comes to the best-dressed men in Bollywood, director-producer Karan Johar aka KJo has always been one of the main contenders. Johar who is also a costume designer is known for his loves for eccentric shoes and shades. He claims to have a fetish for footwears, so much so that his mother grumbles about his obsession, but his love only seems to be growing! Anyone who watched him closely during the last season of Koffee with Karan, knows what we are talking about. And his recent looks are a living proof of that. Not to forget his love affair with suits and jackets. His sartorial choices during his recent trip to New York for the IIFA Awards 2017 will give you major fashion goals.

Not just for the main award night, the fashionista aced his style game everywhere. From airports to rehearsals, his fashion picks were bang on.

If people are still finding it hard to accept the cost of his expensive Gucci tote bag he was seen carrying at Mumbai airport while leaving for the US, then here’s another surprise. KJo was also spotted flaunting a black Gucci sweatshirt with a hoody with a similar ‘angry cat’ motif. It seems Johar is in love with the ‘angry’ feline! Paired with his cool Louis Vuitton glasses and white sneakers, it was a perfect casual look to bask in the New York sun.

If you like this look then you must check out his other all-black outfit which he wore with white sneakers. The highlight of the look is not his jacket but the Burberry irresistor sunglasses.

His love for quirky glares doesn’t end here! Check out these two shades he donned during his recent trip.

Next, for the rehearsal with co-host Saif Ali Khan, he opted for a monochrome look and totally nailed it. Wearing a checkered jacket, black pants and shirt, he chose off-white Gucci shoes for the day.

He was also spotted twinning with Neha Dhupia with a denim jacket with embroidered floral motifs on the shoulders with another pair of quirky sunglasses.

His looks for the IIFA Rocks in bright red surely made heads turn at the event. Who said men can’t carry hot red, take a look here. Styled by Nikita Jaisinghani the red blazer look was complimented with a beautiful Alexander McQueen lapel pin and stunning shoes by Christain Louboutin.

He was again seen mastering the denim look with a jacket and denim sling bag by DSquared2. To complement the trendy look his stylist paired it up with cool, round Gucci shades with Alexander McQueen shoes.

For the main night, he looked dapper in a black tux with a Gucci bow-tie and metallic, golden shoes from Yves Saint Laurent.

Do you like his style? Let us know in the comments below.

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