Student of the Year 2019: Review and Discussion

The movie Student of the Year 2019fails to impress on multiple fronts, as it mixes Karan Johar's original film with Mansoor Khan's Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar in an unbelievable shallow blend of emotions and action. With a budget that could have spurred creativity and innovation, the film instead delivered a lackluster performance and forgettable songs.

Continuity Errors and Visual Mismatches

Viewer attention is often drawn to continuity errors during a movie, as these can break the viewer's immersion and suspend disbelief. In the case of Student of the Year 2019, several visual inconsistencies stand out:

Rohan shows Mia a tattoo of her name on his forearm, yet in the next sequence, his arms are tattoo-free during a dance scene. A kabaddi team member's stitches vanish and reappear in the next scene as the team trains, violating basic logic in a professional sports context.

These errors, among others, highlight the superficial and rushed manner in which the film was produced, despite the significant budget allocated.

Visual Aesthetics vs. Narrative Logic

Director Punit Malhotra, with a generous budget, seemed more focused on the visual appeal and glamour of the film than on the narrative consistency and logical storytelling. This approach leaves the film both unconvincing in its storytelling and shallow in its thematic depth.

Surface-Level Entertainment at the Expense of Substance

The movie's narrative is a shallow depiction of the competition for the elusive Student of the Year trophy. The film paints a picture where the real competition is not academic excellence, but athletic prowess. In a culture where educational institutions should be striving to develop all-rounded students, it is disappointing to see such a skewed depiction in a mainstream film. Various scenes like Rohan winning a sprint race or participating in kabaddi matches for the trophy do not align with the actual purpose of a student's education.

Moreover, the characters seem more like fashion runway models than developed, relatable individuals. The character of Rodan Sachdev, portrayed by Tiger Shroff, is a classic hunk who looks more like a Hollywood action hero than a real-life student. This emphasis on physical appearance over substance further detracts from the film's credibility.

Music and Dialogue

While some may argue that the movie's crowd-pleasing numbers should be the saving grace, Student of the Year 2019's soundtrack falls flat. The musical numbers are not as catchy as the original Student of the Year album, except for one original composition. Notable tracks like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani do not quite hit the mark.

The dialogue, too, feels trite and over-the-top, often sacrificing authenticity for grand gestures. Lines like 'Awkward adolescence, what’s that?' serve no real purpose and add a layer of surrealism to the already convoluted plot.

Conclusion and Where to Find the Movie Link

Given the film's numerous shortcomings, it is recommended to view Student of the Year 2019 with caution. While it may be of interest to those who enjoyed the original, the unexciting plot, forgettable songs, and visual overemphasis at the expense of narrative logic make it a miss. However, if you are a fan of catchy numbers and want to see the movie despite the flaws, you can access it through these links below:

Movie Link 1 Movie Link 2

Enjoy the film but approach it with the understanding that it is more about visual aesthetics than substance.