Sangee Movie Review: When Baman (Sharib Hashmi) reunites with his old school friends, he tries to con them into giving him another interest-free loan. But with his buddies now wise to his tricks, will he manage to convince them, or will he face outright rejection?
Sangee Movie Review:
We all know that one friend—loud, blunt, and shamelessly inappropriate—who isn’t afraid to ask for favors. In Sumit Kulkarni’s comedy-drama, Baman Kulkarni is that friend. Desperately needing Rs 15 lakhs for his latest business venture after two previous flops, Baman finds himself in a tight spot. Already owing his childhood friend Akhil (Shyamraj Patil) Rs 18 lakhs, he gets a firm warning from Akhil, who tips off their other friend, Karan Mehta (Sanjay Bishnoi), not to lend him a dime. What follows is a hilarious series of events as Baman crashes at Karan’s house and overstays his welcome, leading to a comical clash of friendships and finances.
The film, written by Vijaysinh Thopte, excels in witty dialogues and situational comedy, showcasing the director-writer duo’s knack for keeping the audience entertained. The plot is simple and straightforward, free of unnecessary complications. At a crisp 102 minutes, it’s an easy watch, though the pacing stumbles occasionally. The core of the story—Baman’s relentless pursuit of a loan—can feel repetitive at times.
The humor truly sparkles in scenes like Baman duping two passengers into giving him money by pretending to be their cab driver, and Karan’s house help, More (Gaurav More), being hilariously confused about the nature of Karan and Baman’s relationship. Karan’s wife, Mohini (Vidya Malavade), and her funny tiffs with her mother-in-law also add to the comedic charm. Nostalgic moments, like the friends recalling their school days through relatable banter, are sure to resonate with viewers.
Sharib Hashmi steals the show as Baman, effortlessly delivering both sharp-tongued humor and heartfelt moments. He owns every scene with his charismatic and humorous presence. Sanjay Bishnoi is convincing as the wealthy businessman caught between pushing Baman away and being a supportive friend. Shyamraj Patil is spot-on as the exasperated Akhil, keen on teaching his son life lessons. Vidya Malavade and Gaurav More also shine in their roles, adding depth and humor to the film.
While the story treads familiar ground and leans on a few clichés—especially in its convenient and somewhat underwhelming ending—the strong performances and laugh-out-loud moments make it an enjoyable one-time watch.