What would you do to reconcile with your BFF (Best Friends Forever) who lives behind enemy lines? Well… Sid Oberoi (Samar Virmani) is not only willing to cross that line but he also willing to be labelled as a wanted terrorist/spy who would risk everything to meet his childhood friend Fahd Khan (Vibhav Roy).
Released on the International Friendship Day ahead of Pakistani and Indian Independence day, Lashtam Pashtam is is a film that celebrates universal brotherhood. For the International audience who may not be aware of the 71 year old history, should know that ever since the partition and independence from the British, India and Pakistan have fought four wars and have had several cross-border skirmishes. There have been several instances of terrorism on both the sides followed by finger pointing which has resulted in ill will toward each other. This is visible even in competitive sports like cricket and field hockey tournaments.
Lashtam Pashtam also revolves around a sport but this time instead of competing with each other, the foes are united as doubles partners in Tennis. The story shuttles between the present day (shot in Pakistan and India) and the past (shot in Dubai, UAE) and showcases some of the scenic-aerial views of Lahore and Dubai.
After the flight prematurely terminates in Lahore instead of Islamabad, due to terrorist attacks on the capital, Sid is forced to illegally exit the airport and hire a taxi to meet his friend in Islamabad. The lone Indian tells his story and background to the Pakistani taxi driver Saleem (the late Om Puri) who is also eager to learn the motives behind his visit. Although the storyline seems very simple, but there is a twist in the story when a wall of hatred parts the two brothers.
Considering the fact that this is the first movie by Manav Bhalla and the lead actors, they have done a good job in communicating the message of universal brotherhood. The title song “Lashtam Pashtam” has a catchy tune and some of the songs have heartwarming lyrics.
The flashback story failed to create a rapport between the young boys because of which the present-day bond between the two friends wasn’t very convincing. Even though, the sets representing the streets of Lahore and Islamabad seemed quite authentic, there were a few continuity errors especially in the chase scenes.
In short, the movie is a must watch before and after a high-octane cricket or a hockey match between Pakistan and India and shows the emotional fans that there are other sports in the world we can focus on.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
Released on the International Friendship Day ahead of Pakistani and Indian Independence day, Lashtam Pashtam is is a film that celebrates universal brotherhood. For the International audience who may not be aware of the 71 year old history, should know that ever since the partition and independence from the British, India and Pakistan have fought four wars and have had several cross-border skirmishes. There have been several instances of terrorism on both the sides followed by finger pointing which has resulted in ill will toward each other. This is visible even in competitive sports like cricket and field hockey tournaments.
Lashtam Pashtam also revolves around a sport but this time instead of competing with each other, the foes are united as doubles partners in Tennis. The story shuttles between the present day (shot in Pakistan and India) and the past (shot in Dubai, UAE) and showcases some of the scenic-aerial views of Lahore and Dubai.
After the flight prematurely terminates in Lahore instead of Islamabad, due to terrorist attacks on the capital, Sid is forced to illegally exit the airport and hire a taxi to meet his friend in Islamabad. The lone Indian tells his story and background to the Pakistani taxi driver Saleem (the late Om Puri) who is also eager to learn the motives behind his visit. Although the storyline seems very simple, but there is a twist in the story when a wall of hatred parts the two brothers.
Considering the fact that this is the first movie by Manav Bhalla and the lead actors, they have done a good job in communicating the message of universal brotherhood. The title song “Lashtam Pashtam” has a catchy tune and some of the songs have heartwarming lyrics.
The flashback story failed to create a rapport between the young boys because of which the present-day bond between the two friends wasn’t very convincing. Even though, the sets representing the streets of Lahore and Islamabad seemed quite authentic, there were a few continuity errors especially in the chase scenes.
In short, the movie is a must watch before and after a high-octane cricket or a hockey match between Pakistan and India and shows the emotional fans that there are other sports in the world we can focus on.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐