If you are someone who would laugh at dark jokes, then Hasmukh would we the perfect one for you. The Netflix Original directed by Nikhil Gonsalves principally consists of a strong cast with Vir Das, Ranvir Shorey, Suhail Shorey, Raza Murad, Ravi Kisha, and Manoj Pahwa.
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Vir Das is one of the finest comedians in India who has an exceptionally good comic timing, and he is the main reason why I was initially looking forward to Hasmukh. On the bright side, he not only gave a pleasing performance as an actor but has also co-produced and co-written this black comedy. And during the promotional rounds, he also said that the series has elements from the crime-drama, Dexter.
First and foremost, the storyline of Hasmukh seems a bit confusing at times. It is about a struggling stand-up comedian who is willing to do anything to become an overnight sensation. How far can he go? Subsequently, there are quite a few subplots that seem unfinished and are not that fascinating on the whole. This diverts you from the main plot. It also throws a light on how the entertainment industry functions- the politics, the money, the jealousy.
The powerful cast has done full justice to their roles. Vir Das managed to maintain the essence of his small-town struggling stand-up comedian role. He has already proved that he is an outstanding comedian. But this time, he has proved that he is exceptional on the acting front as well and is truly versatile. Paired with Ranvir Shorey, the duo has surely won my heart. In the initial episodes, it might be difficult to love them. But as the narrative advances, you will eventually love them and forgive them for whatever they do.
On the other side, the writing is commendable but could’ve been better. And maybe the reason why is because the show had too many cooks in the kitchen. It most definitely manages to keep you hooked from the first episode and makes you want to know what happens next. However, it begins to seem monotonous as the pace slows down, and the timeline gets confusing around the third episode, but it picks up while approaching the climax.
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Overall, even though Hasmukh is supposed to be about a small-town stand-up comedian, it has more of a drama-murder vibe. I expected some funny jokes that would make me laugh-out-loud, but I was disappointed. Some of the jokes didn’t even make sense, and some of them seem outdated. As a result, the show wasn’t able to offer something new in terms of comedy. Hasmukh ends on a dark thriller tone suggesting for a second season and maybe it will give justice to the concept of this series. Watch ‘Hasmukh’ on Netflix here.
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Were you drunk or high when you watched this woeful shite?!! The jokes didn’t even make sense and the audience that ‘loved Hasmukh’ would have applauded someone vomiting or farting on stage. Awful amateur bullshit. Much like the review