Hondisi Bareyiri review: A roller-coaster ride that reflects the life of Gen Z

A fresh breath of air seems to have hit the Kannada film industry with a handful of filmmakers daring to experiment with new subjects and not falling for the same old commercial mix-masala entertainers.

Hondisi Bareyiri (meaning “match the following” in English) talks about life and how youngsters from the present generation are dealing with it on various levels.

While the first half is more or less the basics of college days filled with the usual fun and drama, it is the second half that makes more sense and adds value to the whole experience of watching this movie.

In short, the film revolves around four college friends who are pursuing their engineering studies. Like every film portraying college/hostel life, the protagonist’s gang here is not different.

Series of pranks, college elections, the tussle between senior and junior students, falling in love, tragedy, and campus placements crowd the initial part before it takes a serious twist in the tale.

Simple and effective

Barring the usuals, the director keeps the rest with simple writing that turns out effective in conveying to the audience the essence of life.

It sheds light on the idea that most end up choosing a different path while their heart lies in something else. For instance, one may fall in love with someone but end up with someone else.

In other words, an electronic engineering student ends up working in a call centre!

Decent performances

With at least 4-6 actors playing the lead with limited screen space, it is a tough task to pinpoint who is the best of them all. They simply score a decent mark.

It is the story, the making, and the presentation that Hondisi Bareyiri impresses us with the most.

The simple funda in life is to live it as it comes. The movie proposes the same through diverse personalities.

The right balance of fun and seriousness is what keeps the audience engaged till the end. That apart, a majority of the film in the later part is shot in beautiful sere natural locations.

A couple of soothing numbers make the emotional ride more intriguing.

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Verdict

In the end, it’s fascinating to ponder upon the cinematic lessons on life in the present-day context. Watch Hondisi Bareyiri if you are a fan of decent storytelling coupled with some fun and joy.

(Views expressed are personal.)