Cirkus
Cirkus

Cirkus

2022Movie140 minHindi

Two sets of identical twins are accidentally separated at birth. Several years later, when they are coincidentally in the same town, there is a lot of confusion and misunderstanding when people mistake them for each other.

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IMDb4.6/10
Google Users50%
Director: Rohit ShettyGenres: Action, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Set in the late 1960s, the film follows the intertwined lives of two orphanage-raised twins, electric current technician Ranveer and his foster brother. When a wealthy jeweler's daughter goes missing, the twins get involved in a series of comical and chaotic events as they try to reunite her with her family, leading to a whirlwind of mistaken identities and unexpected challenges.

Critical Reception

Cirkus received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the humor forced and the plot convoluted. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the nostalgic setting and the actors' performances, while others were disappointed by the lack of originality and weak execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor falls flat and relies heavily on dated gags.
  • The plot is disjointed and lacks a clear direction, often feeling like a series of loosely connected skits.
  • Despite a star-studded cast, the performances are often seen as over-the-top and unable to salvage the weak script.

Google audience: While some viewers enjoyed the colorful, retro aesthetic and the energetic performances, a significant portion of Google users found the movie to be unfunny and a disappointment, citing a predictable plot and a lack of genuine comedic moments.

Fun Fact

Cirkus is an unofficial remake of the 1982 film 'Angoor', which itself was inspired by Shakespeare's 'The Comedy of Errors'.

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