Singh Is Kinng Movie Review

Singh Is King is one of the most hyped Bollywood movies in recent times. There are several reasons for the hype

  1. Akshay Kumar, the superstar, is the biggest reason for all the hype surrounding the movie. Akshay’s fan following has increased tremendously in the past 2 years. Also his pairing with co-star Katrina Kaif has created box-office magic in the past.
  2. The movie is directed by Anees Bazmee whose last two movies, No Entry and Welcome, were box office Blockbusters.
  3. Producer Vipul Amruthlal Shah has left no stone unturned in promoting the movie. More than 5 crores has been spent just on promotion.

Is Singh Is Kinng worth all the hype it has generated over the past few weeks? Well to a certain extent, Yes.

First the story. Singh is Kinng is about Happy Singh (Akshay Kumar) a simpleton, from a village in Punjab, with a heart of gold. He always tries to do good, but exactly the opposite happens. He tries to help a villager and ends up ruining the whole village. Frustrated the villagers decide to send him far away to Australia, to bring back Lakhan Singh a.k.a Lucky, an underworld don in Australia.

But as always when Happy Singh sets out to do good, he does the opposite. Happy accompanied by his friend Tony land in Egypt instead of Australia. Here Happy meets Sonia (Katrina Kaif) and falls head over heels in love, at first sight.

Happy then makes his way to Australia. Without any money, Happy and Tony starve for days until Happy bumps into Rose Lady (Kirron Kher) who gives him a place to stay and food to eat. Happy then meets King Lucky, but due to an attack on the gang, Lucky is hurt and now cannot speak a word. After a lot of confusion, Happy is crowned the King (don) of the dangerous underworld gang. After a series of comical errors and misadventures, Sonia turns out to be Rose Lady’s daughter who returns to Australia with her boyfriend (Ranvir Shorey).

Does Happy end up with Sonia or does she marry her boyfriend? Does Happy succeed in taking Lucky back to his village in Punjab? Forms the rest of the hilarious tale.

Singh Is King Review

Singh is King is a perfect example of a great first half ruined by an average second. The pre-interval portions of the movie are filled with hilarious scenes.

  • Happy chasing a chicken only to end up ruining the whole village is side-splitting.
  • The scenes between Tony and Happy in Egypt and Australia. The dialogues are rib tickling, especially a few by Tony (Om Puri).
  • The way Singh (Happy) becomes King is brilliantly written, enacted and executed.

After the extremely entertaining first half, you expect an even better second. Unfortunately, it pales in comparison. The song picturised on Javeed Jaffrey was unnecessary. Also the lack of scenes between Tony and Happy is a negative as their chemistry was brilliant. The climax seemed to be hurried up and before you realise the movie comes to an abrupt end.

Another aspect that could go against the movie is, at times it’s hard to understand the Punjabi dialogues. Also at times in the first half, the voice is not in sync with the lip movement. Wonder why such minor flaws are overlooked in an A grade bollywood movie.

The music is above average. Few songs like ‘Teri Ore’ and ‘Singh is King’ title track standout.

Singh Is King Performances

Akshay Kumar is a great entertainer, he puts his heart and soul into the character of Happy. His comic timing is as good as ever. Katrina Kaif does exactly what’s required of her; she manages to look great in every scene. Must say, her smile has a very pleasing effect on the viewer. She’s also looking better with each passing film. Om Puri is brilliant and his chemistry with Akshay Kumar is one of the reasons to watch the movie. Sonu Sood has improved a lot acting wise since his debut in B grade flicks. Neha Dhupia looks hot, does a decent job. Javeed Jaffrey is funny. The rest of the character actors are good.

Singh Is King Verdict

Overall Singh is King is a typical Akshay Kumar mindless entertainer which has a great first half, beautifully picturised songs and a gorgeous Katrina Kaif. But what makes Singh is King more worthwhile is Akshay Kumar, who holds the movie together, well supported by Om Puri.

If your are a die hard Akshay fan and enjoyed his movies like Welcome, Heyy Babyy last year, dont think twice.. Just go for it! Others can wait for the DVD.

Ill go with 3 on 5 for the most hyped movie of the year!

Rating: ★★★☆☆

Post your comments and reviews on Singh is King below.

Other Notes – Many many trailers are out with the movie. Chandi Chowk to China, Kidnap (Dhoom director’s next), The Last Lear and many more. Dont forget to catch them during the interval.

Bachna Ae Haseeno and God Tussi Great Ho release next week, do visit Indicine to read the reviews.

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147 Comments

  • Hey Bloody Idiot HASHIR: COMEDIES ARE THE BEST FILMS IN THE WORLD! EITHER IT IS BOLLYWOOD OR HOLLYWOOD. TODAYS WORLD EVERYBODY WANTS TO LAUGH BECAUSE OF LIFE TENTION. AND IF YOU CAN WATCH A COMDY FILM, YOU CAN BE HAPPY. AND FILMS ARE TO ENTERTAIN THE PEOPLE NOT to give then tension. AND Akki is our best Bollywood actor. He is the real KINNG in the bollywood and he is also acting in Bollywood and Hollywood film: Kambhaqht Ishq will be the superhit in both industries HOLLYWOOD AND BOLLYWOOD.

    Singh is KINNG will be the record hit of bollywood all the times. we think SINGH IS KINNG collect the

    ” 888 crore Rupees”

    Because of the release date 08.08.08. we believe in Numerologic.

    ALLAH HU AKBAR

    AND

    GOD bless Akshay KING KUMAR

    yours Rashid Khan and Franz Marc from London.

  • Singh is kinng is a superb movie.Akshay is certainly the king .SRK USKE PAO KI JUTTI hai.He can just do romantic movies,Akshay has done all of them Action,comedy ,romantic movies and performed brilliantly.

  • “SINGH IS KING” a must watch movie, sharukh khan position will be tumbling after this movie,a blockbuster movie

  • I have seen Singh is kinng . The best movie I ever seen in my life . KING KUMAR rocks. I love Akshay king kumar. He is my favorit actor in world, although i am from new york. LOVE YOU AKKI.!!!!!!!!!!

  • akki and katreena chemestry is good….

    no so good, but you can see this one….

    only paisa osool, that’s alllllll

  • oye SINGH IS KING….

    IT MIND BLOWING PAZZI..

    AKKIN AND KATREENA IS TOO GOOD.

    YOU WILL ENJOY THE MOVIE AND TOTALLY PAISA OSOOL MOVIE…

    A VERY VERY NICE CHEMESTRY.

  • hey guys, chill out…dont argue on such senseless film, being the hardcore fan of akki baba, iam extreamly extreamy extramly dissappointed by this movie. this is just just just one of those average movie which gets over hyped before its release, if you compare the hype between SAAWARIYA AND SINGH IS KING the formers was a worst and the later is a pathetic given by the hype. So even though iam the die fan of akshay i didnt expect such a crap movie from the KING KUMAR of Bollywood. The songs are the worst part of the movie and i have not come across such a crap music from last couple of years. I heard that The music rights of this movie has been sold out for a RECORD price ever, So over all the movie is a overhyped crap.. so even if you are a die hard fan of AKKI BABA u can forgive akki for this kind of movie selection. Pls do comment on this..I can hardly give 2 stars out of five that to for the pair of AKKI and OMPURI.

  • it is a great movie great entertainer.akki comedy is so good n akki katrina chemestry is great.i think it is a suprehit,blockbuster movie………..so u should watch this movie

  • The biggest crap for thinkers. All those supporting this movie are just a bunch of morons. Grow up guys, it seems this was the first movie u have seen in your life.

  • Hey! jealous people do not review bad things for the good actor Akshay King kumar. I am also a MUSLIM from karachi. He is the best actor.I have seen all the movie of KING KUMAR. He has always done good role in his all film. in Film ” INSAAN ” he plays the role of A MUSLIM BOY. People always have to appreciate the good actor. I have seen the ” SINGH IS KINNG” is the best Blockbuster movie. KING KUMAR rockssssssssssssss! LOVE YOU THE NEW KING KUMAR OF BOLLYWOOD. LOVE YOU AKKI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • SRK rules akshay uss ke saath bhi nahin lagta,aik tarhan ki acting har movie mein karta hai akshay SachinTheGreat tu mujhe gay lag raha hai kyun ke akshay se tera i dont know ke kya rishta hai ,i was telling u people the fact and plz do notice ke aik tarhan ke films he is doing for the last 8 years same comedy nothing new in his acting,so we have to wait till year end and u will see when the year end who will take the award and i am 100% sure SRK from RAB NE BANA DI JODI or BILLO BARBER.

  • Hey Bloody Bastard Malik. I will kill you to talk like this about KING KUMAR. And the BLOODY BASTARD srk has done only romantic role all in his film. he can not do the comedy, action and other types of film. IF you want to see romantic love film than you can see porn movie, blue movie, hardcore movie or skin flick. You both Malik and Shah Rukh Khan can make a ” Gay movie”. And then both of you have a lot of romance all the 3 hours. You know KING KUMAR IS THE NEW KING OF BOLLYWOOD. KING KUMAR THE PUNJABI MUNDA
    rocks the whole world. AND WAIT FOR Akki next movies,

    Chandni Chowk To China (2008)
    Cast: Deepika Padukone, Gordon Liu, Mithun Chakraborty, Ranvir Shorey Status: under postproduction

    Eight by Ten (Tasveer) (2009)
    Cast: Ayesha Takia, Javed Jaffery, Sharmila Tagore, Vinod Khanna Status: under production

    Kambakkth Ishq (December 05th 2008)
    Cast: Kareena Kapoor, Kunal Kapoor, Amrita Arora, Aftab Shivdasani Status: under preproduction

    International Hera Pheri (2009)
    Cast: Paresh Rawal, Suniel Shetty Status: announced

    Action Replay (2009)
    Cast: unknown Status: announced

    Blue (2009)
    Cast: Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Zayed Khan, Lara Dutta, Katrina Kaif Status: announced

    Housefull (2009)
    Cast: Deepika Padukone, Vidya Balan, Jiah Khan, Ritesh Deshmukh Status: announced

    Purab ki Laila Paschim ka Chaila (2009)
    Cast: Preity Zinta Status: announced

    Aise Ko Taisa (2009)
    Cast: Asin, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal Status: announced

  • There are these communal idiots on here pushing Akshay because he’s Hindu. I am Hindu and it would be nice to see a Hindu king of bollywood. The only problem is its not Akshay. While hes a star, and can bang with Amitabh, Hrthik, and the Khans. Hes no Amir Khan, or Shahrukh Khan. The true Kings of Bollywood. I am not so cheap as to be a Hindu and force myself to enjoy everything Akshay does.

  • You have to actually make good movies to be respected, not just release 5 garbage movies a year, and pray you can garner enough Shiv Sena Fanatics to keep watching your movies 100 times. I have heard of King Khan losing his throne for 10 years now. First there was Salman, the there was Hrthik, then there was Amir Khan, now there’s Akshay. Shahrukh is the king, he makes the best movies. Shahrukh could produce the best move ever, and some Hindu Fanatic, would still say he hates it, even if he likes it, this is how llow these scum will go. Not to even appreciate true talent. Even if Akshay made a movie of himself on the toilet they will say its a masterpiece. Communilism is the death of bollywood.

  • No one can toouch Amir Khan, Akshay, and other Khans except Shahrukh cannot compete with Amir. Amir actually got an oscar nomination. Disney actually bought the rights to Taara Zameen Par. You cant just hate someone beccause they are Muslim. That makes you a fanatic. We must look at the Quality.. I will never accept Akshay As king, with this paisa vasool garbage Singh is King. Amir Khan is king because he has earned it with good MOVIES.

  • Oh god .. after jane tu jane na.. this come a great block buster hit….. akshay kumar really hats of u. .u r unbreakable. its whole 3 hrs entertainer with cool songs , gud comedy , i also include one thing dat katrina is just havin great luck as coz she don know hav any expression for real acting … she is gud lookin n dacne also gud.. but acting zero.. this movie give sardars a royal look. After bhul bulayaa akshay again hits as usall. he never bore u its guaranted now.. not lik sharukh who makes 3 movies in year from which 2 r bullshit.. like OM SHANTI OM. chakde was gud.. but it only shows dat shahrukh is limited to acting.. he cant be all rounder.. so from now onwards kumar is the king………………….. shahrukh hav to now thing for d new movies . plz leave romantic borin n marne or bimmar hone ki actin har dum….. Akshay u get award this time sure if u didn’t dan bollywood juries hav some internal corruption..

  • this movie was awesome i really enjoyed it! and for ur guys information akshay is not hindi its pure punjabi look up his real name u ignorant peeople jeez.

  • AKKI RULES!!!!!!!!!!!! All those who hate AKKI go get a blow job from SRK coz he is good only for that.
    SINGH IS INDEED THE KINNG.

  • abe Mallik, saale maadarchod, bhosadike, hamaare ashay ko gaali deta hai aur Srk ko achha bolta hai, agar SRK itna hi achha lagtaa hai aur uski romantic movies tumko achhi lagti hai to saale apni Maa, bahen, aur khaala ko uske niche sulaa, varna to unko mere paas bhej de, mai unki pyaas bujhaaunga.

  • Singh is king is the best movie of the year!Me and my whole family went on the first days opening and we loved it. WE couldn’t get enough of it so we decided to watch it again the next day, and just like the first days opening, all tickets were SOLD OUT. People were being sent back home. The theatre was full of SINGH IS KINNG fans. What made the movie even more great was the fact that the outfits and the turban styles worn by the sikh characters were classy. and stylish. It sends a new trend for young sikhs, and most importantly makes them proud to wear a turban. More than katrina doing a fabulous job in the movie, Niha out beat her. But what made the movie even more entertaining were akshay’s 5 aces, the incedible singhs long side aksay. Akshay is my king of bollywood! For someone in the bollywood industry to act in many religion-based movies is very rare to find. Not only is akshay representing punjabis, but he supports many other religions around the world as well. What makes his work so significant is the fact that he’s trying to break the racial division within india. We all need to stop hating on eachother. If u really look at it we’re all indians to the rest of the world. We’ve already got people hatin us in the western part of the world. To everyone sikhs, muslims, hindus are the same. We all need to stop being racist amongst eachother. All in all, i give this movie 4 and a half stars :)

  • oh iyer ja ke idli dosa kha saale.Akshay ishat this movie will earn rs 40 cro the best.This movie itself will prove that.It is already expected that this movie will earn rs 40 crore in first three days itself which is a record for any movie in India. Go and read business standard if u hav any doubts.chaat le aamir ko jaake.

  • Ohh IYER saale ja ke idli dosa kha. Go and read business standard ,this movie is going to earn 40 crores in first three days itself which is a record for any movie in india.Aur ja ke chaat le aamir ko……Akshay is great.U r a boring guy and u hate to laugh.

  • Jay ho Akshay King Kumar. You rule man. Ab pata chalega mr shahrukh kahn ko who is the real king. Paisa dekar award aur tarif kharidne se koi king nahi ban jata. Hakla hakla ke sabko pagal kar rakha hay. Sahi mein bimaar rahata hay sari movie mein ( as per singh is king:))

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