MOVIE REVIEW : TAARE ZAMEEN PAR

 

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Cast : Aamir Khan, Tanay Chheda, Darsheel Safary, Tisca Chopra, Vipin Sharma, Lalitha Lajmi Direction: Aamir Khan Music: Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonca, Shailendra Barve Production: Aamir Khan Productions, PVR Cinema

"Taree Zameen Par" (also known as "Like Stars on Earth" in English) is a heart-warming and thought-provoking film directed by Aamir Khan and released in 2007. It tells the story of Ishaan Awasthi, a young boy who struggles with dyslexia and is misunderstood by his family and teachers. The film explores the challenges faced by children with learning difficulties and highlights the importance of empathy and understanding in education This movie is about a Dyslexic boy, Ishaan (Darsheel Safary), who lives in his own world of stars, spaceships and colors, with little or no concentration in his studies. Ishaan’s parents, especially his father, is not ready to let his son stray and packs him off to a boarding school to get disciplined. But the decision slowly becomes a blunder as Ishaan becomes lonely and stops talking to anyone. In comes a vibrant young teacher with the heart of gold Ram Shankar Nikumbh (Aamir Khan) who understands the turmoil the kid is going through and decides to help him. Whether Ram Nikumbh is successful in his mission forms the crux of the movie that is worth watching.

The movie beautifully portrays the struggles and challenges faced by children with dyslexia. It highlights the importance of early detection and intervention, and the need for specialized teaching methods and support for such children. The movie also sheds light on the ignorance and lack of awareness of dyslexia in our society, and the stigma and discrimination faced by those who suffer from it. The film addresses several important themes, including the importance of individuality and creativity in education, the damaging effects of labeling and stereotypes, and the need for teachers and parents to be more aware and accommodating of children with learning difficulties. Through the character of Nikumbh, the film also highlights the role of teachers as mentors and advocates for their students. The scene when Aamir, who runs a school for the mentally challenged children, cries when they dance in the stage look too theatrical. However, apart from a few scenes everything has been taken care with élan. The scene in which the mother sees a flipbook drawn by Ishaan makes our tear too experience a joy ride down our cheek.  Next in line is Tisca Chopra as Ishaan’s mother who is a complete natural and depicts the plight of a helpless wife and a worrying mother with unusual ease, the scene in which she cries when Ishaan is sent to the boarding school is something, which should not be missed. Sachet Engineer as Ishaan’s brilliant elder brother is a treat to watch and thanks to his well-etched character, he remains with us long after the movie is over. Aamir Khan as usual brings out the right emotions with admirable ease, even though he comes just before the interval, it was a wait well worth it. Vipin Sharma as Ishaan’s strict father is just about ok, but the scene in which he is left speechless by Aamir when he tries to justify his love towards his son will surely draw in a lot of claps. One of the most memorable aspects of the movie is its beautiful cinematography and music. The film is shot in a way that captures the essence of childhood and the joys of discovery and learning. The music, composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, is also a standout feature, with several catchy and emotional songs that add to the film's overall impact. Overall, "Taree Zameen Par" is a touching and powerful film that deserves to be seen by everyone, especially those involved in education. It highlights the importance of recognizing and accommodating the unique needs of every child and celebrates the beauty of diversity and individuality. It is a film that will make you laugh, cry, and ultimately leave you with a message of hope and understanding.