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I am generous with a 9 cos i enjoyed it. Simple, aint no wannabe critic. The film has genuine humor n amazing exploration of human behavior. It is a bit lengthy but ther is no melodrama or songs. I laughed out wildly when Mark Zuckerberg Mishra's name was called out. The scene wher the fat man's buttocks is on audiences' face while his dick is towards the character Rahul is hilarious. The hospital escape scene is uproarious. Rajkumar Rao with his mullet hair n Mithunda's antics stole the show. The film has one helluva hot babe (Sana) with busty cleavage. Aditya Roy Kapoor's subtle taunt (on media n votes) is spot on. Abhishek Bachan gave a restrained n good performance n his character's bond with the small girl reminded me of Kevin Costner's Perfect World.

If you are really sick n tired of this pandemic situation, then watch this movie it will work as a medicine. Fantastic work by Raj Kumar rao (The Mithun Style), Pankaj Tirpathi (The kaleen bhaiya) and ofcourse ANURAG BASU. People who are saying this movie is ruining our hindu mythology n all kind of stuffs, go watch Ramayana. When people talk about humor, chemistry, story, I want to ask you Do you really understand all of these words? Passing comments is very easy, but Hats off for making a movie specially working in this situation where no one moving out of their house until it's an emergency. So guys stop writing illogical things, do write what do you feel genuinely.

You can't resist to finish it one u start watching, the direction, the story line, how small incidents connects one another even though in a childish way but still the crispy enjoyment is there. The movie serves its purpose.

I could say it as Abhishek's career best performance. He completely stole the show. Can't leave without leaving Rajkumar's performance also.

Much needed break from stereotype up-bihar movies that is now everywhere from web series to movie. Anurag basu has class of its own.

After proving his mettle in the brilliant comedy drama barfi and magical musical drama jagga jasoos , Anurag Basu now ventures in the rarely attempted genre of black comedy in Indian cinema and nails it completely... multi narrative stories are often confusing but this movie has some of the finest editing I've seen in recent times... If you liked Delhi Belly this one's perfect for you

This movie feels like a movie made on international level yet feels absolutely indian. A movie that has the best of both indian cinema and international cinema. Nearly every actor shines in their respective role. Even Abhishek Bachchan feels good. Most people calling it HinduPhobic are just plain dumb. They want movies to be made in India but don't want them to show indian culture from any perspective. Watch it and judge. It's a 7 out 10 for me. But I'm giving it 10 as I don't feel we should undermine a great effort just because people think it's a nepo product or hindu phobic.

A well written lengthy story. Never boring. Not to be missed

The movie is outstanding, it will take your heart away. I know why people are hating it so much Firstly, Most of the Indian viewers first watch movies like Judwaa 2, Dabangg 3, then the same people ask why films like Swadesh, Jagga Jasoos etc flopped. Basu's movies are the victims of this, Basu's movies are not so easy to understand, his films hide some messages that you understand after thinking a lot. That is why his films flopped because Indian viewers want item numbers as well as Oscars. Second reason, Most of the Indian viewers love naked actresses dancing, liquor, cars, unrealistic cliche stories, some unrealistic happy ideal families with full of values, mockery of eunuchs on the big screen but if someone says anything about superstition (which pk, omg showed) about God, then they have problems. The movie did not say that God doesn't exist. He said that your actions will decide the end of your life. We don't know whether there is hell and heaven or not, but we should always do our deeds, leave the consequences to God. The movie said that God is there, but don't do business in his name because your actions are the ultimate judge, who'll decide if you're made for heaven or hell.

One star less because some scenes were confusing.

What a movie...Best writing... screen play... dialogues..movie teaches us beautiful lesson of life... Rajkumar rao...Pankaj sir..J.A.B..& all the casts done their job brilliantly...

I was pretty excited to see Ludo. I loved the cast and Anurag Basu is a director that puts up interesting and experimental films like Barfi! and Jagga Jasoos that other Hindi film directors don't do.

Ludo, like the board game, shows four different storylines and how they all connect by fate.

To be perfectly honest, I feel quite mixed on it. There are certain aspects that I appreciate and other choices that frankly annoyed me. It's very rare to see a director do the cinematography for their own film. The only other time I've seen that happen is with Roma directed by Alfonso Cuarón and I liked what Basu did with it. The use of the four colours in the board game: red, blue, yellow and green are present in the film in many places whether it's to do with costumes, vehicles, lighting or buildings. It made the film look really good and suits the film's title really well. For a black comedy, the dialogues are decent. Rajkummar Rao and Pankaj Tripathi get the best ones and there are quite a few laughs from them.

The entire cast do a great job. It's great to see Abhishek Bachchan in a film after a long time. I always considered him to be underrated and he does a great job. He gives a restrained performance and so a lot of emotions come from his eyes which conveys the pain he goes through really well. Pankaj Tripathi is very fun to watch and is great as usual. Aditya Roy Kapur and Sanya Malhotra are great together. Rohit Saraf and Pearle Manney are pretty good as well. Fatima Sana Shaikh and Rajkummar Rao are excellent. I liked the relationship they had with another and is one of the highlights of the film.

There were a couple of narrative choices which bugged me during my viewing. Anurag Basu is in the film and serves as the narrator who discusses the film's themes and character traits. It's this choice that really brought down the film for me. I wish he would've let us figure out what the overall meaning and purpose of the film is rather than holding our hand and blatantly telling us. The background score also tells us how to feel during a scene. If something funny is happening, comedic music starts to play which shouldn't be the case as the comedy should speak for itself. The film is also pretty long and I feel it could have been cut down. I don't think the abundance of songs added much and the pacing during the second act could have tighter. There are a couple of special effects used which aren't polished at all.

Ludo is a yet another interesting film by Anurag Basu but it has problems that really brought down the film for me. A lot of people seem to like Ludo and you can see it on Netflix if you want. I would recommend seeing Amores Perros and Super Deluxe if you haven't already. I think these films do a better job at this genre.

The film just starts from somewhere just like a Tarantino film with no real early insight on what is happening . We are slowly given birth to its world and what is really special about its film is its execution . The execution is unique and it keeps you hooked to the story . The film is rightly named as Ludo as it shows so many parallels with the board game . The ending scene of the film is extremely symbolic if you think about it . Pankaj Tripathi is just phenomenal in his role . He is calm minded yet violent and thats what i liked so much about the character. His character is much like Bob Biswas in Kahaani . Rajkumar Rao is as usual fabulous with his acting and the female leads did put forth commendable performances . Abhishek Bachchan is truly a gem for Indian cinema ... He has so much potential but yeah he shouldn't be compared with his father cause he is so much different .. overall the film is really good and unique with superb direction from Anurag Basu . Probably one of the best films of bollywood this year till now .

In this age of movies releasing on OTT platforms, very few have managed to intrigue me in the recent past as much as the latest Netflix original, Ludo. Ludo starts off with a catchy opening track (yesteryear legend Bhagwan Dada's famous song), an appealing start and a quirky narrative. The criss-crossing between characters (which is the highlight of this anthology) is observed by a pair of commentators, including the director, Anurag Basu (his second anthology after the 2007 film, Life in a Metro). However, as the multiple characters get introduced one by one with each storyline randomly running back and forth aimlessly, you begin to wonder what is actually going on? This is one of the biggest drawbacks of the movie. The ensemble cast deliver some credible performances - Pankaj Tripathi at his usual "gangster-best" apart, Abhishek Bachchan, Shalini Vatsa (as Nurse Lata Kutty) and Pearle Maaney (as Nurse Shreeja) really stand out. Rajkummar Rao's Mithun fan avatar is fun while Fatima Sana Shaikh as the sometimes docile, sometimes trigger-happy woman-scorned is a revelation. In the end (and quite often in the middle too), the movie tries to get too preachy - saying everyone's version of "good" and "bad" is subjective by ruminating on the concept of "sin and virtue", the importance of second chances and the unpredictable nature of life itself! But somehow, the individual tiles do not lead to that all-elusive "home" and sadly that's where this game of Ludo is lost!

Lowly secular worms are at it again.. insulting hindu belief and rituals is the trend among the bollywoodias. The problem is that these lowly creatures keep insulting hindu religion only or else they won't find their heads on their shoulders. Shameless. Thooo.

Brilliant. It's funny, entertaining and fast paced. All the actors have done a good job. Story is captivating. Can be easily watched more than once.

Dark comedy is the genre everyone does not understand,let alone appreciate... If you love dark comedies,this one is a treat to the eyes... If you like traditional comedies,i don't think you will appreciate it... Anyways,, Rajkumar Rao and Pankaj tripathy is always a treat to watch..

Genuinely speaking before watching it i was considering it as an average movie, although i was waiting for it since very long. But frankly speaking this is an amazing and must watch movie Very gripping with many twists and turns

Starting from the beginning till ending the movie didn't made a second to skip like. Not a single song, a scene felt like to be skipped. The best release of 2020 indeed! The storyline omg so twisted yet approachable n amazing❤ The movie felt like got ended in 2 hr 21min bt thn again in 2hr 27min the plot turned upside down. Literally Wow💯 And lastly the concept of Yamraj felt so unique.

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Anurag Basu's Ludo is a delightful laugh riot featuring a motley crew of quirky characters that keep you hooked for 2.5 hours.

A portmanteau tale of interconnected storylines Ludo has it all-from a resurfaced sex tape to a child who kidnaps herself for attention!

Abhishek Bachchan delights as refined gangster 'Bittu' alongside an adorable Inayat Khan as 'Mini'. Sanya Malhotra and Rajkumar Rao also excel in their roles.

However, it is Pankaj Tripathi again who steals the show with his over-the-top performance as the beleaguered don 'Sattu' Bhai keeps you ROFLMAOing throughout.

His three-stooges like act is as unpredictable as it is funny. Two thumbs up for this whimsical, albeit nonsensical tale.

Recommended!

Really great storyline , only talentless people or say boycott gang will give bad review without watching ! Give it a try and support talent really appreciate the effort of the film !

It's one of the best 2020 Indian Netflix movie. You should watch it. I know you guys want to boycott Bollywood but you should give a chance to this movie and watch it at least one time.

Ludo is a chaotic yet fun to watch film. Expect the unexpected in this dark comedy anthology as you do in the case of life or a game of ludo. The characters like players of ludo criss cross and get second chances. Anurag Basu draws parallel with the unpredictable game of ludo and stitches four different stories together to come up with this delightful piece of filmmaking which is a unique experience in cinematic viewing.

Various characters get ample opportunity to shine and the actors playing them never miss the mark. Pankaj Tripathi yet again steals the show playing the role of a gangster. This bundle of talent creates an entertaining character with the help of his gestures and expressions. Rajkumar Rao plays the role of a lover who is willing to go to any extent for the sake of his love. He is extremely endearing and stands out with his antics. Abhishek Bachchan gets into his always likeable angry mode and plays the role of a tough guy who has a soft heart with a lot of brooding intensity. He is outstanding in the scene where he meets his daughter after a long time. Aditya Roy Kapoor is a real surprise as he does well in a very interesting character. His voice modulations and mimicry (Assuming they are done by himself) are effortlessly amazing. The leading ladies Sanya Malhotra and Fatima Sana Shaikh also play interesting roles. Whether its Sanya playing a confused character or Fatima a manipulative one they have both done a great job.

Pritam creates another melodious soundtrack for Anurag where the songs are seemlessly placed with the narrative. O betaji an old evergreen song has been used humorously in the story. The four colours of ludo game have been used intelligently. The film talks about karma as well as philosophy of life but all in a lighter vein. It brings a smile on your face as Anurag had rightly mentioned in his interviews. Its a mad world created by him and his team where you sit back and enjoy this crazyball comedy like a game of ludo. This light breezy entertainer is perhaps the best Diwali watch this weekend.

The only good thing about this movie is that it had decent suspense and humour and acting was good enough. Though it's not unique as many movies like this have been made earlier, showing 3-4 guys and their stories and how their stories cross meet in between. They just added the ludo game concept in their stories to make it look different.

If you are interested is wasting your time and brain cells then do watch this movie.