Pankaj Kapoor-Dimple Kapadia’s ‘Jab Khuli Kitab’, a story entangled between forgiveness and love.

Some films leave an impact by making noise, while some reach the heart silently. Director Saurabh Shukla’s film “Jab Khuli Kitab” is a different kind of film. The film takes the audience on a deep journey of emotions with utmost simplicity. Pankaj Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia are in the lead roles in this film which has aired on ZEE5 and the acting of both makes this sensitive story even more impressive.

What is the story of “Jab Khuli Kitab”?

The film begins in the quiet hill town of Ranikhet in Uttarakhand. Here Gopal Nautiyal i.e. Pankaj Kapoor remains engaged day and night in the service of his ailing wife Anusuya i.e. Dimple Kapadia. Anusuya is almost unconscious in bed for a long time. But Gopal keeps talking to her on daily basis, which shows the strength of their relationship.

In a few days, son Parmesh returns home with his Parsi wife Farnaz, while daughter Sujata also arrives with her husband. There is also a special character in the family, Dholu, who is suffering from Down Syndrome and whom Gopal ji has always taken care of with great patience. Meanwhile Anusuya suddenly regains consciousness. After regaining consciousness after two years, Anusuya tells the truth to Gopal ji. After this Gopal ji knocks on the door of the lawyer for divorce.

Acting of Pankaj Kapoor and Dimple Kapadia

Pankaj Kapoor has played the character of Gopal ji brilliantly. Dimple Kapadia has presented the feelings of guilt, sensitivity and motherhood very truthfully in the character of Anusuya. Sameer Soni brings seriousness and balance to the character of Parmesh, while Aparshakti Khurana brings R. Of. Looks good as Negi. Naheed Sayrusi, Devyani Ratanpal and Abuli Mamaji in the role of Dholu have also played their respective characters effectively.

Cinematography of “Jab Khuli Kitab”

From a technical point of view, the film progresses like a beautiful looking novel. Ranikhet has been captured beautifully in cinematography. Every close-up and every landscape shot looks very thoughtfully composed. A glimpse of theater is also visible in the film. The lighting and framing used in some scenes are reminiscent of the style of theatre.

background music of the film

The background music of the film is light jazz and blues, which flows with the entire story. The songs of “Jab Khuli Kitab” are also simple and simple, which instead of dominating the story, make it more natural.

Overall, Saurabh Shukla’s “Jab Khuli Kitab” gives an emotional and bitter-sweet experience. Its story seems full of truth and the characters also appear before the audience with complete honesty. The film inspires to think deeply on family, marriage and human relationships without being preachy. However, its climax may seem sudden and a bit hasty to some viewers.