Banjo (2016 film)
| Banjo | |
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| Directed by | Ravi Jadhav |
| Written by | Kapil Sawant Nikhil Mehrotra Ravi Jadhav |
| Produced by | Krishika Lulla & Suvidesh Shingade |
| Starring | Riteish Deshmukh Nargis Fakhri |
| Music by | Songs: Vishal–Shekhar Background Score: Sourav Roy |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Eros International & Suvidesh Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 140 min |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Box office | est. ₹13.24 crore[1] |
Banjo is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language musical action drama film, directed by Ravi Jadhav and produced by Krishika Lulla under the banner of Eros International.[2] Principal photography began at the end of January 2016[3] and the film released on 23 September 2016.[4] Riteish Deshmukh and Nargis Fakhri star in the film.[3][5] The film received mixed reviews upon its release and was declared a flop at the box office.[6][7]
Cast
- Riteish Deshmukh as Taraat
- Nargis Fakhri as Christina/Chris
- Dharmesh Yelande as Grease[8]
- Aditya Kumar as Paper
- Ram Menon as Vajya
- Mahesh Shetty as Pakkaya
- Luke Kenny as Mickey/ Mic
Reception
Critical response
Banjo received mixed reviews from critics.[6] The Times of India rated the film 3.5/5, writing that "If you are familiar with Mumbai's working-class neighbourhoods, where the hearts of the poor are bigger than the pay packages of those residing in the mushrooming high-rises, you'll be able to notice the beauty of Banjo. It also makes you respect the street musicians a little more."[9] Hindustan Times rated the film 3/5, stating that "there's a lot to like in Riteish Deshmukh film."[10] Koimoi.com rated the film 2/5, writing that "Banjo is easily passable. Why would you waste your money to watch Nargis’ acting and Riteish juggling between his Lai Bhaari an Rockstar character.[11]Rediff.com rated the film 2/5, writing that it has "nothing much to beat about."[12] NDTV rated the film 1.5/5, writing that "Riteish Deshmukh's Film is a Pale Shadow of Rock On!!."[13] The Indian Express rated the film 0.5/5, writing that "Riteish Deshmukh, Nargis Fakhri film has no redeeming features."[14]
Box Office
India
On opening day, the film collected ₹1.72 crore from India and on second day it collected ₹1.95 crore before impressive third day where it collected ₹2.25 and with that the film made its first weekend of a net collection of ₹5.92 crore. [1] In next four days the film collected ₹2.03 crore which took its first week collection to a total of ₹7.95 crore. [1] The film's net collection from India is ₹8.80 while its grossing in India is ₹12.22 crore (US$1.5 million).
Overseas
The film collected ₹15 lakh (US$18,000) from North America(USA & Canada), ₹3 lakh (US$3,600) from Australia and ₹84 lakh (US$100,000) from New Zealand.[1]
The film's worldwide lifetime grossing is ₹13.24 crore (US$1.6 million).[1]
Soundtrack
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The score of Banjo was composed by Sourav Roy,[15] while soundtrack album of Banjo consists of seven songs composed by Vishal-Shekhar with lyrics written by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The Music rights are acquired by Eros Now. The first song of the film "Bappa" was released on 18 August 2016.[16] The full music album was released on 23 August 2016.
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Bappa" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Vishal Dadlani | 3:19 |
| 2. | "Udan Choo" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Hriday Gattani | 3:32 |
| 3. | "Rada" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Vishal Dadlani, Nakash Aziz, Shalmali Kholgade | 2:57 |
| 4. | "Pee Paa Ke" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Vishal Dadlani, Nakash Aziz | 3:07 |
| 5. | "Rehamo Karam" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Ajay Gogavale | 2:30 |
| 6. | "Om Ganapataye Namaha Deva" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Vishal Dadlani, Nakash Aziz | 2:47 |
| 7. | "Banjo Party Song" | Amitabh Bhattacharya | Vishal-Shekhar | Vishal Dadlani | 2:58 |
| Total length: | 25:22 | ||||
References
- ^ a b c d e "Box Office: Worldwide Collections and Day wise breakup of Banjo". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 3 November 2016.
- ^ Banjo Movie Review, Trailer, Cast & Crew : The Times of India
- ^ a b "Riteish Deshmukh and Nargis Fakhri's 'Banjo' goes on floors". Deccan Chronicle. 29 January 2016. Retrieved 30 January 2016.
- ^ "Banjo". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 30 January 2016.
- ^ "Riteish, Nargis start shooting 'Banjo'". Business Standard. 29 January 2016. Retrieved 30 January 2016.
- ^ a b Banjo review round-up: Here is what critics have to say about Riteish Deshmukh film: International Business Times
- ^ http://m.rediff.com/movies/report/box-office-banjo-wah-taj-parched-flop/20160926.htm Banjo, Wah Taj, Parched flop: Rediff.com
- ^ Kaushal, Ruchi (9 August 2016). "'Banjo' Trailer: Riteish Deshmukh enthrals and Nargis Fakhri adds oomph". The Times of India. Retrieved 16 August 2016.
- ^ Banjo Review: The Times of India
- ^ Banjo Review: Hindustan Times
- ^ Banjo Review: Koimoi.com
- ^ Banjo Review: Rediff.com
- ^ Banjo Review: NDTV
- ^ Banjo Review: The Indian Express
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29m2livchlI
- ^ "Music Review: Banjo". Times of India. 9 September 2016. Retrieved 15 September 2016.
External links
- Banjo at IMDb
- Banjo at Bollywood Hungama