<p><strong>Toofan<br />Hindi (Prime Video)<br />Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra<br />Cast: Farhan Akhtar, Paresh Rawal and Mrunal Thakur</strong></p>.<p>Toofan, a sports film, comes at a time when the world badly needs motivation and entertainment.</p>.<p>Aziz Ali (Farhan Akhtar), a thug from Dongri, channelises his energy into boxing. His coach (Paresh Rawal) and the love of his life (Mrunal Thakur) see his potential and push him further. This is a story of grit, passion, perseverance, and love.</p>.<p>The subject of inter-faith romance is nicely woven into the story. Farhan's demeanour and characterisation are brilliant. The highlight has to be every character's honest portrayal. Supriya Pathak and Mohan Agashe provide a warm presence.</p>.<p>Although we have seen sports films like 'Dangal', 'Sultan' and 'Mary Kom'; 'Toofan' is different. The story is the star and the actors illuminate it. The songs are placed well.</p>.<p>The film was supposed to be released in October 2020 but the pandemic played spoilsport. Better late than never.</p>
<p><strong>Toofan<br />Hindi (Prime Video)<br />Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra<br />Cast: Farhan Akhtar, Paresh Rawal and Mrunal Thakur</strong></p>.<p>Toofan, a sports film, comes at a time when the world badly needs motivation and entertainment.</p>.<p>Aziz Ali (Farhan Akhtar), a thug from Dongri, channelises his energy into boxing. His coach (Paresh Rawal) and the love of his life (Mrunal Thakur) see his potential and push him further. This is a story of grit, passion, perseverance, and love.</p>.<p>The subject of inter-faith romance is nicely woven into the story. Farhan's demeanour and characterisation are brilliant. The highlight has to be every character's honest portrayal. Supriya Pathak and Mohan Agashe provide a warm presence.</p>.<p>Although we have seen sports films like 'Dangal', 'Sultan' and 'Mary Kom'; 'Toofan' is different. The story is the star and the actors illuminate it. The songs are placed well.</p>.<p>The film was supposed to be released in October 2020 but the pandemic played spoilsport. Better late than never.</p>