Adipurush: Om Raut’s highly-awaited 2023 epic, “Adipurush,” with Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Sunny Singh, and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles, has generated immense excitement among fans. Yet, the film seems to weave a tapestry of elements reminiscent of several Hollywood blockbusters and popular series, making us reminisce about some of our favourite fantasy moments.
Tidbits of Fantasy: “Bats,” “Game of Thrones,” and “The Lord of the Rings”
In the grand tapestry of “Adipurush,” many scenes seem to tip their hat to some Hollywood biggies. One striking instance is Saif Ali Khan’s character, Lankesh, making an ominous entrance amidst a flurry of bats, bearing a stark resemblance to Louis Morneau’s 1999 horror film, “Bats.”
The film also has some uncanny parallels with HBO’s “Game of Thrones.” Notably, Sunny Singh’s character, Sesh, who falls into a deep sleep due to an enchantment and is subsequently revived, reminds us of Jon Snow’s iconic resurrection. Furthermore, Lankesh’s bat-riding scenes strongly echo Jon Snow’s dragon-riding sequences.
Raut’s vision of Lanka also borrows heavily from “The Lord of the Rings.” The depiction of Lanka as a dreary, sunless land, along with Ravan’s castle, is reminiscent of Mordor from Peter Jackson’s epic.
Magic, Myth, and CGI: References from “Harry Potter,” “Planet of the Apes,” and DC Universe
“Adipurush” pays its homage to the wizarding world of “Harry Potter” during its climactic confrontation scene. A showdown between Raghava and Lankesh harks back to the duel between Harry and Voldemort in “Goblet of Fire,” with their arrows sparking vibrant colours.
The advanced CGI portrayal of Raghav’s monkey army draws parallels with the lifelike ape depiction in the film, “Planet of the Apes.”
Meanwhile, DC Comics enthusiasts can spot the resemblances between Indrajit and the superheroes, The Flash and Aquaman. Indrajit’s super-speed abilities echo The Flash’s powers, while his heavily tattooed physique brings Jason Momoa’s Aquaman to mind.
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The Enthralling Mélange of “Adipurush”
“Adipurush” encapsulates a medley of influences from the realm of fantasy, intertwining them into the epic narrative of the Ramayana. The reimagined elements from Hollywood big-hitters lend an intriguing blend of familiar and novel to Raut’s grand vision. Despite the considerable budget and high expectations, the CGI quality falls short. Nevertheless, the film presents a fascinating amalgamation of global fantasy storytelling, leaving fans reminiscing their favourite Hollywood moments.
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