the resolution, showcasing bloody vigilante-ism, is problematic. Is that the only definition of 'mardaani', and is that something to be celebrated? Something more pragmatic, and yes, more real, would have served its consistently watchable leading lady
Mardaani is not a perfect film, but it's better than many of the blockbusters Bollywood churns out regularly. It's a well-made commercial Hindi film - reasonably short and minus songs - that's trying to say something
if you are tired of the nonsensical action, and over-the-top drama, 'Mardaani' is the film for you. The movie has the power to invoke thought and subjects you to question the ultimately ineffective candle light vigils