Chennai Express has been the most awaited film.
The film's story has been told many times previously. Rahul (played by Shahrukh Khan) is a 40-year-old man who goes on a journey to a town in Tamil Nadu to fulfill the last wish of his grandfather (played by Lekh Tandon) to have his ashes immersed in Rameshwaram.
On his way, he stumbles upon a South Indian girl Meenamma a.k.a Meena (played by Deepika Padukone). Meena wants to flee from the clutches of her father (played by Sathyaraj) who wants her to get married to a person she doesn't love Thangaballi (played by Nikitin Dheer).
Meena is being escorted back home by four beefy cousins after a failed attempt to flee her village. Rahul is caught in the game that the girl decides to play with her father.
The film's story has been told several times by many film makers. What makes the film special here is the best execution by Rohit Shetty who is the 'King' of Action and Masala films.
Shahrukh Khan as Rahul is simply astonishing. Again, the King Khan goes on to prove that he is just invincible. Deepika Padukone is India's best actress and we cannot deny this fact. But with her Chennai Express character, she will steal your heart and make you fall in love with her again and again.
Sathyaraj in his first Hindi movie is just overwhelming. Back home in South, Sathyaraj is considered a legend. Nikitin Dheer, Mukesh Tiwari and others land in with a good support.
Yes, this is an out-and-out Rohit Shetty masala entertainer with his own trademark.
People may also say that this is Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaayenge in a Rohit Shetty style, but it is a Romantic Action adventure from the director who just knows how to entertain a common man.
The production value and camera-work is superior. Music wise, the film's songs are already a chart-buster. Editing is a little weak and drags in many parts.
Overall, it is commendable to watch once.
