Cast: Emraan Hashmi, Abhay Deol , Prasenjit Chatterjee, Kalki Koechlin, Supriya Pathak, Tillotama Shome, Anant Jog, Pitobash, Farooq Shaik
Director: Dibakar BanerjeeGenre: Thriller, Romance
In Theatres: June 8,2012
Banner: PVR Pictures
15 Reviews | Avg Rating: 4/5
Synopsis: A small town somewhere in India is poised to become the next Shanghai. Billions of dollars are being poured into an upcoming International Business Park.
On the eve of its launch a drunk truck driver mows down a prominent social activist. A lone girl believes it to be a murder, supported by a porn film maker........Read More
CNN IBN: By Rajeev Masand
Rating: 3.5/5
Dibakar Banerjee’s Shanghai is a crisp, take-no-prisoners drama about seeking justice in the complex landscape of the Indian democracy. The film benefits from the compelling performances of its cast and the director’s sharp eye. The grand revelation in the end is a tad underwhelming, and the big evidence far too conveniently acquired. Yet, Shanghai is consistently watchable. It’s a good film from one of Hindi cinema’s most exciting filmmakers......Read Full ReviewKomal Nahta: Shanghai, good as far as performances are concerned but not the film. Too Class appealing, too confusing hence not commerecial. Losing venture ....via twitter
Bollywood Hungama: By Taran Adarsh
Rating: 4/5
Zoom Review Show: by Omar QureshiA political thriller wherein the politics seizes precedence over the thriller element. It's more of a reality check about where India stands in the present day. SHANGHAI is undeniably one of the most politically astute films ever made. It keeps you involved and concerned right from its inception to the harrowing culmination. This is not your usual Bollywood masala film, but a serious motion picture that has a voice, that makes you think, that makes a stunning impact. A must watch!........Read Full Review
Rating: 3/5
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Rediff.com: By Raja Sen
Rating: 4/5
Shanghai is all Dibakar, who we must lift on our shoulders with grateful pride. It's expectedly crammed with beautiful nuance. Pitobash Tripathy is a treat, Emraan delivers a knockout punch, A frighteningly fine film.........Read Full ReviewHinduastan Times: By Anupama Chopra
Rating: 4/5
Shanghai doesn’t provide the comfort of answers or happy endings. But it forces us to ask urgent questions. It is the best Hindi film I’ve seen this year. I strongly urge you to make time for it.......Read Full Review
Koimoi: By Mrigank Dhaniwala
Rating: 4.5/5
Yahoo: By Rummana AhmedWhat’s Good: The engaging script; superlative performances; direction.What’s Bad: The screenplay is of the kind which might not appeal to the lay viewers.Verdict: Shanghai is a classy, entertaining fare. Definitely watch it for superb performance........Read Full Review
Rating: Thumbs Up
Dibakar Banerjee's 'Shanghai' has a tight script and commendable acting holding the plot together all along. Banerjee's plots are rooted in reality and this one explores the issue of illegal land acquisition. Solid performances from his lead cast Abhay, Emraan and Kalki.......Read Full ReviewZee News: By Ananya Bhattacharya
Rating: 4/5
The director has dived whole hog into the dirty game called politics, and has crafted to perfection a staggeringly brilliant offering. The flawless acting of the spectacular cast. The end is left a tad open, and the viewer is left satisfied – but not completely so. ‘Shanghai’ brings together a splendidly scripted plot, consummate acting and incisive irony – a film that just doesn’t deserve being missed!......Read Full Review
NDTV: By Saibal Chaterjee
Rating: 4/5
Shanghai is a no-frills but searing political thriller that is under-wired with intelligence and nerve, both cinematic and ideological. Shanghai draws much of its strength from a taut screenplay that never overplays its hand and leaves a lot to the imagination of the audience........Read Full Review
Times Of India: By Gaurav Malani
Verdict: Good
Shanghai is a story that one has witnessed several times before in cinema. What makes it a decent watch then is Dibakar Banerjee's offbeat take on the subject and impeccable understanding of the milieu. Shanghai almost redefines Emraan Hashmi from his typical Bhatt-camp lover-boy image. From his mannerisms, attitude to wild dance - there's a new Emraan that you get to see in Shanghai. Dibakar Banerjee has consistently raised the bar with each of his releases. Though he doesn't outshine himself this time, Shanghai is a compelling watch!........Read Full Review
Times of India: By Madhureeta Mukherjee
Rating: 3.5/5
Dibakar Banerjee's Shanghai is gut-wrenching, it's 'Made in India', unadulterated, 100% desi maal. Hardly sasta, but tikau. Nothing imported. The story pulsates in the heartland of India. Rising from the bed of desi politics, stained with the blood of hatred, guilt and treachery. Whether Shanghai is off-beat or mainstream is debatable, but if you thrive on rustic realistic cinema, however heavy-duty - this is your pick........Read Full Review
DNA: By Aniruddha Guha
Rating: 4.5/5
A film that can change perception; one that can make a statement, and push the envelope. Shanghai does all of that, and does it well. Banerjee brings together great plot, some very good actors and a bunch of able technicians in a movie that clocks just a little under two hours, but occupies your mind for many after. To sum, Dibakar Banerjee’s Shanghai walks the thin line between mainstream and meaningful cinema, and does so beautifully. The rare, well-deserving Rs100cr film? There’s more to cinema than box office records and opening weekend numbers; Shanghai is the perfect example. Watch.......Read Full ReviewDaily Bhaskar: By Mayank Shekhar
Rating: 3.5/5
With a breathless pace Shanghai is auniversal story of modern India, interestingly told, enticingly captured. It must be watched, and relished, for sure......Read Full Review
Bollywood Life: By BL Team
Rating: 4/5
The film is hardly one hour-fifty minutes long, and you wish that there was no interval. You don’t need one when you are watching a crisp and thrilling film like this one! It’s an engaging thriller with a political backdrop, and the performances are mind blowing. Kalki Koechlin is fabulous. But the star of the show is Emraan Hashmi. Shanghai shocks, engages and makes a powerful statement. Dibakar lives up to the standards he has set for himself.......Read Full ReviewOne India: By Nabanita Roy
Rating: Thumbs Up
Shanghai is a serious motion picture that has a voice, unlike the typical and usual masala movies. Shanghai promises you a lot of social drama, ruthless and brutal politics and the realism of society that may change your insight towards many social aspects.......Read Full Review
