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  • Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story

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    Roshani Patil

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    Genre: Thriller/ Biographical

    No. of episodes: 10

    Presented by: Applause Entertainment

    ” Money is a tool. Used properly it makes something beautiful . Used wrong it makes a mess!”

    Bradley Winson

    First of all wishing all my readers and subscribers a happy holiday season. Hope you all are safe and are taking the necessary precautions in this ongoing pandemic crisis. Since everyone might be in the mood for a holiday , you all might have implemented your so called holiday plans. Or might be in the mood to do so. Do share your holiday plans if any in the comments section. Those who do not have any should also do fine. This is because this might be a blessing in disguise. The reason why I am calling this a blessing is that you can utilize this time to catch upon your favorite books, music playlist, web series and movies.

    If you have not made your choice then maybe my recommendation can come in handy to you . So fasten your seat belts as I present to you my latest offering in the fantastic world of web series- Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story.

    Synopsis: Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta story tells us the story of the protagonist, Harshad Mehta. The story is narrated by Sucheta Dalal, a journalist by profession. She chronicles how Harshad Mehta, an ordinary Gujarati man turned into a person who ruled the stock market. But unfortunately his rule was a short lived one. A Pandora box opened which led to his catastrophic downfall. What did the Pandora box contain? Why did he resort to unfair practices? What made him fall down in the eyes of people? Was he apologetic for his actions? Or did his misdeeds continue? The answers to all these questions can be found in the web series.

    Assessment: The web series is a take upon how having an overambitious life leads to a person’s downfall. Having an ambition is good but is being overambitious good? This question is explored in the web series. The web series also examines whether money is actually the solution to all questions. Whether it can be used to hide the truth? Can it be used as a medium to deceive people? The web series tries to find the answers to such thought provoking questions as well.

    The positives of the show-1. A gripping story line which does not let you have a dull moment anytime.2. Groundbreaking performances by the lead actors. Pratik Gandhi as Harshad Mehta and Shreya Dhanwantary as Sucheta Dalal kill it in their respective roles. Apart from the lead actors there are a few actors’ performances which are worth taking a note. They include Chirag Vohra as Bhushan Bhatt, Hemant Kher as Ashwin Mehta, Nikhil Dwivedi as Tyagi, Rajat Kapoor as K. Madhavan, Anant Mahadevan as S. Venkitaraman and Faisal Rashid as Debashish Basu. 3. The bond shared by the Mehta brothers. Though they had their differences yet they had each others’ back. Such a bond really gives you some serious sibling goals to follow. 4. The detailed research undertaken by the makers of the show. They have tried to maintain the authenticity of the subject matter . No unnecessary spicing up of details, no over the top drama. Its like the perfect biryani according to me. A fantastic concoction of spices and rice cooked at the right temperature. And last but not the least a well known director behind the series in the form of Hansal Mehta.

    The negatives of the show-1. The amount of cuss words used. This according to me is a big put off though it is a part of the common man’s parlance.2. The amount of technical jargons used. If you are not from a finance related background, you might have difficulty in understanding the terms used. So, maybe you might have to research the terms upon after watching the series.

    The view: This is a show that everyone must have on their watch list. Watch it for the gripping story line and performances. Also it has been directed by one of the finest directors of the Hindi film industry is another reason why you need to include it in your bucket list. So what are you waiting for? Do catch up with the show. Do tell me about your experiences in the comments section.

    Rating: **** stars

    ” If I fail it is only because I have too much pride and ambition.”

    Julius Caesar

    Que: Who is known as the Black Cobra of BSE in the series?

    a. Sucheta Dalal

    b. Manu Mundra

    c. Ajay Kedia

    d. Bhushan Bhatt

    The Big Bull of the market
    The men in action
    Continue reading →: Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story

  • Sad Cypress

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    Author: Agatha Christie

    Genre: Mystery, Crime fiction

    ” Truth is stranger than fiction, but it is because fiction is obliged to stick to possibilities; truth isn’t.”

    Mark Twain

    One must try to keep their flights of imagination open. After all inspiration strikes anytime anywhere. The best way to keep your imagination wide open is to read a book., Reading books not only stimulates your imagination but has multiple benefits as studies have shown. And who knows one might have his/ her name in the best sellers’ list soon. So what are you waiting for? Dig into a book and keep your flights of imagination open .

    If you are not able to make a choice, maybe my pick will help you . So, presenting to you my latest pick in books- Sad Cypress.

    About the book: Sad Cypress is a novel written by one of the famous mystery writers Agatha Christie. She is the author who gave us memorable characters like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. The good news is that this book is a Hercule Poirot novel.

    The book revolves around Eleanor Carlisle. She is the niece of Mrs. Welman. Mrs. Welman is a wealthy lady who dies due to a paralytic stroke. This makes Elinor Carlisle a rich lady as she inherits her aunt’s fortune. She makes a provision of 2000 pounds to Mary Gerrard. Mary Gerrard is the daughter of of a lodge keeper who is liked and supported by Elinor’s late aunt. But Mary dies of morphine poisoning at an impromptu lunch hosted by Eleanor. Eleanor is accused of killing Mary as she viewed her as a rival in love. But is Eleanor really guilty of the crime? Who is the perpetrator of the crime? What is the motive? Read the book to find out.

    Analysis: The book is a take on what complications can emerge in case of money matters. Mrs. Welman wishes to make a will but is unable to do so due to her paralytic stroke. After her death, her niece inherits the fortune. But this causes a rift between her and her fiancee. Added to her woes is the charge of murder of Mary Gerrard. But Eleanor faces it all. This is despite the fact that she makes an arrangement for Mary which was a huge amount. Through her character, the author has shown the trials one has to face upon inheriting a large amount . The author also highlights how relationships can be built and ruined . The most important fact emphasized by the author is that no matter how much you try to conceal a crime, the truth has to come out. Even though the truth may be strange, but it still remains the truth no matter what happens.

    The positives of the book: 1. The gripping plot. You are excited to know what will happen next. 2. The thorough investigation carried out by Hercule Poirot. It is through his investigations that the real criminal is brought to the book. The negatives-1. The plot can be a bit confusing. You might not be able to relate to the direction of the story sometimes. This is the problem I faced while reading. But this shouldn’t be a great issue if you have great comprehension skills and can comprehend the story on your very first reading. 2. The character of Roddy. He is a person who is shown to be in love with the protagonist. But then his preference changes to Mary. This is a big no no according to me. A man should be loyal especially if he is engaged to his future wife. So, the character was a big put off for me. I love my male characters to be loyal to the core.

    Overall Verdict: The book is an interesting read. But you might need to read it more than once to understand the plot in a better way. The plot is gripping which is a huge plus point. Also, the fact that it has been written by the greatest mystery writer makes it worth a read. So, if you are a fan of thriller then this novel is worth a shot.

    Rating: ***and 1/2 stars

    ” A thriller becomes great when it carries a feeling of reality and truth.”

    David Morrell

    Que: From where has the novel derived its title?

    a. A song from Shakespeare’s play

    b. A cafe at Britain

    c. A movie with the same name

    d. An art painting of the same name

    The book written by the finest mystery writer

    Continue reading →: Sad Cypress

  • Twin Dragons

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    Starring: Jackie Chan, Nina Lichi, Teddy Robin, Maggie Cheung

    Genre: Action/ Comedy

    ” Its double the giggles and double the grins and double the trouble if you are blessed with twins.”

    Anonymous

    Identical twins have always been a topic for fascination for me. I don’t know the reason exactly. But the very idea of having a duplicate version of yourself sounds exciting. This is because you can avoid the trouble if you have caused one and put the blame on another. Haha . Or maybe one of us can skip school and claim both attended it. Or if you are being lazy about doing a chore, you can always ask the other one to fill in for. Well these are just some random thoughts which come to my mind. These might be true or not that is for people who really do have such brothers and sisters have to tell. So , if any of my readers are a pair of identical twins, do share your experiences in the comments section. I would love to hear it from you guys.

    You might be wondering why the sudden rambling about twins. This is because I happened to catch a movie based on them. So, ladies and gentlemen presenting you my latest pick- Twin Dragons.

    Story line: The movie revolves around two identical twin brothers namely Boomer and John Ma. They get separated during their birth. Boomer is shown to be a car mechanic. While John Ma is a world famous pianist and conductor.Boomer has a sidekick named Tyson. Neither know they are brothers. However life brings an opportunity for them to meet each other. Boomer meets Barbara ,a club singer in whom his sidekick is also interested. While on the other hand, John Ma is made to meet Tammy, a nurse by profession . Things take a comical twist when they discover that they have a strange connection with one another. Also, their identical appearances cause hilarious mix-ups. Do they get out of the prevailing confusion? What all situations do they have to face due to their identical appearances? Watch the movie to find out.

    Analysis: The positives of the movie include – 1. The comic element.They will surely make you laugh so much that you will end up rolling on the floor laughing.2. The action element. The stunts performed are a treat to the eyes. Thus for both category of movie lovers namely comedy and action , this one ticks the boxes. 3. The character of Tyson. He is a guy who feels safe when Boomer is around. Also his antics are worth watching as they end up making them land in trouble .

    The negatives are none as such.

    The final decision: This one is worth your time and money. This one will be loved by people of all categories. The elements of action and comedy present in the movie are spot on. So, do give it a watch in your spare time. I enjoyed it thoroughly. Hope even you do, Waiting to hear the experiences about the same from you.

    Rating: ***

    Que: Where does the final showdown take place between the twins and the villain?

    a. In a garage

    b. In a factory warehouse

    c. Vehicle testing centre

    d. In a music concert hall

    The twin brothers- Boomer and Jack Ma

    Continue reading →: Twin Dragons

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I’m Roshani

Welcome to The Expression Hub! I’m Roshani, who loves to express herself through the medium of writing. This blog is my little corner of the internet where I dive deep into the world of movies, books, and web series—reviewing, analyzing, and sometimes just ranting about the stories that make us laugh, cry, and question everything.

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