Lets Dance Review

Just last week, Vashu Bhagnani showcased his son Jackky Bhagnanis acting skills in KAL KISSNE DEKHA. This week, another father - Arvind Patel - attempts to showcase his daughter Gayatri Patels dancing skills in LETS DANCE, directed by Aarif Sheikh. Come to think of it, such launch pads often act as a showreel for furthering the career in Bollywood. In that respect, LETS DANCE succeeds... to an extent.

But theres a hitch! The film bears an uncanny resemblance to Ramgopal Varmas immensely likable RANGEELA and Yash Rajs utterly forgettable AAJA NACHLE. No issues if LETS DANCE seeks inspiration from elsewhere [coincidence?], but in an effort to showcase Gayatris dances, the remaining aspects take a backseat. The dances appeal, but the love story doesn . And the crime angle, injected in the plotline, is a big bore.

Lets be specific. Gayatris dances are a treat [she dances exceptionally well], but her love interest cuts a sorry picture. The street childrens connection with a crook also seems unwarranted.

In a nutshell, LETS DANCE will be best remembered for Gayatris exuberant dances. Thats it!

LETS DANCE is about a girl who gives direction in life to a group of street kids. Young and peppy, she is a dancer who runs her own dance school and plays the catalyst in the story. She comes in contact with a bunch of street kids and hence, begins a journey she believes in.

Editor-turned-director Aarif Sheikh has shot the film well, but he couldve done with a tighter script. Music is a plus point, but what stays with you is the choreography of all songs, especially Taare Todh Ke La.

Gayatri Patel is a fine actress and her dancing skills catch your attention. The two heroes don cut ice, but the kids do, mainly the eldest kid who talks and behaves like a real tapori.

On the whole, LETS DANCE is too ordinary, with its share of limitations.