Ek Chalis Ki Last Local
Ek Chalis Ki Last Local English Last Local of 140 is a 2007 Bollywood crime comedy film directed by Sanjay Khanduri, starring Abhay Deol opposite Neha Dhupia in lead roles. The film released onMay 2007, and received positive critical response upon its release. Despite its low popularity, the film managed to do well at the box office and turned out to be an surprise hit according to critics. It has been referred to as an cult classic in Bollywood cinema.
Nilesh stops by a local pub and is unable to resist his temptation to have a drink or two. He meets an old friend, Pat, who appears to have amassed a lot of money within a year through gambling. Knowing his expertise with the cards, Pat invites Nilesh to join him in the inner chambers to play with the high rollers. Upon some persuasion from Madhu, he gives in and gambles. Taking over Nileshs turn, Pat loses all the money they have won to an underworld don. In the meantime, in his search for Madhu, Nilesh stumbles into the restroom where he finds Madhu apparently being forced upon by a local goon. He later learns that she was just plying her trade. A police encounter specialist, a religious but notorious south Indian don, a gay underworld don and the Mumbai red light underbelly too get involved. Starting the adventure with just Rs. 70 in his pocket, when he catches the first morning train homehours later, he has Rs. 2.5 crores in his hands. How Nilesh lands up with this bounty and the girl by missing his train sums up this comic thriller.Martin DSouza of GlamSham gave the movie 3.5 stars out of 5, concluding that If you loved BHEJA FRY, you will love this flick. Dont be late for a ride on this last local As for the producers, the cash register has just begun jingling.Taran Adarsh of Bollywood Hungama gave the moviestars out of 5, saying that EK CHALIS KI LAST LOCAL is a decent fare that stands out for a few individualistic episodes in the narrative. At the boxoffice, the film caters to the multiplex audience mainly, especially big city multiplexes. Business in Mumbai multiplexes should be better due to its Mumbaiya flavor. Ashok Nayak of NowRunning gave the movie 2.5 stars out of 5, stating that Ek Chalis Ki Last Local has shades of brilliance buttominutes can be easily trimmed off from the movie for better impact. Repeating and unnecessary stretching of scenes are repelling. ........
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