Tanvi The Great Review by Dr. Harvinder Mankkar
Tanvi The Great
★★★ ★★
– Dr. Harvinder Mankkar
Whenever I walk out of a film, I often ask myself — what must they have thought while making it… and what did I feel while watching it?
‘Tanvi The Great’ is not just a film — it is an emotional odyssey.
To choose such a poignant subject, and then to breathe soul into it with grace and sincerity — that is not something just anyone can do.
Anupam Kher is not merely a versatile actor — he is a man of many lives within one.
For him, acting is not just an art form — it is a way of living.
I first saw him years ago in his unforgettable play ‘Wapsi’ —
Even through a TV screen, I understood: this is what acting truly is.
With him, emotion flows not from the script, but from his very veins.
In this film, he doesn’t just play a powerful role —
He also leaves a lasting impression as a sensitive and masterful director.
His hold on the narrative, his seamless emotional transitions scene by scene —
That’s the hallmark of a gifted filmmaker — and Anupam Kher wears it effortlessly.
His direction doesn’t just tell a story — it touches hearts.
When Tanvi crosses the threshold or says, “Mere door ke Daasu hain,” —
You don’t just watch — you feel.
Every frame carries emotional weight.
Shubhangi Karol doesn’t act — she becomes the character.
The pain in her eyes, the quiet defiance in her silence,
And the ache of a child robbed of her innocence —
It’s not acting. It’s a living, breathing testimony.
A performance that won’t fade — it will stay with you, for years.
Boman Irani and Jackie Shroff, whenever they appear, are like the soft resonance of a jal-tarang —
gentle, yet deeply stirring.
Pallavi Joshi, with her silent strength and quiet anguish, reaches straight to the soul.
To the writers, directors, and artists who wove patriotism and human spirit so seamlessly into this tale — I offer my heartfelt respect.
‘Tanvi The Great’ is not a film that can be seen with just the eyes —
It demands an emotional heart to truly understand it.
It enters through the eyes, but it stays in the soul —
It leaves behind a question, a quiet inspiration…
And above all — it awakens hope.
Why to Watch ‘Tanvi The Great ‘
Rating: ★★★ ★★
1. Anupam Kher’s deeply emotional performance and a rare, beautiful tale of a grandfather and granddaughter.
2. Shubhangi Karol’s flawless acting will melt every heart.
3. A soulful, inspiring film — perfect to watch with the whole family.
4. Tight grip on both script and direction — every scene strikes a chord.
5. Natural, effortless acting by all artists brings authenticity and emotional depth.
