DELHI SAFARI is an animated 3D film directed by Nikhil Advani which releases on 19th October, 2012. There are animated characters in it but voice over is given by leading stars such as Suniel Shetty, Boman Irani, Govinda, Akshay Khanna etc.
Story : Its story starts from the National Park of Mumbai National Park where a builder is encroaching in the forest so that he could construct a housing complex. He also promises homes close to nature. For this purpose he has to cut tress and above all kill animals.
From here begins the journey of different kinds of animals living in that jungle such as a leopard, a monkey, a bear and a parrot, who fight for justice. Eventually, all decide to take on the builder and for this purpose they go to New Delhi. There, in the presence of the media, they protest in front of the parliament.
What happens then? Do they get success in saving their homes? How they save their homes? Such queries are shown in the remaining part of the film.
Performance : The animated characters are not of very high quality but they entertain you a lot and do not let you notice their drawbacks. Voice over of Govinda, Suniel Shetty, Boman Irani, Akshay Khanna is good.
Script : Nikhil Advani has developed the plot in an interesting manner. He has also written its screenplay which is good but its dialogues by Milap Zaveri and Girish Dhamija's are just brilliant and meaningful. They have created a lot of laughter moments in this movie.
Direction : Nikhil Advani has applied good sense in directing it. He has made a serious subject comical and has entertained you a lot. He has made this film not only for children but for all age groups. His sense of characterization is great in this film. He has tried to send an important message of protecting animals, a message many NGOs and government agencies are finding hard to spread. And this he has done in comical manner which works.
He has also used the voice over of big stars such as Govinda, Suniel Shetty, Boman Irani in an appropriate manner which appears good.
Plus Points : The Message; Funny Dialogues; Comical Ways of Fighting
Minus Points : Unnecessary Song Pop Ups
Conclusion : It is a well made animated film. Though it is made for children, adults should also watch it. It is a good quality 3D animation entertainer.
Verdict : It will entertain all age groups. It is worth watching! If you have children, you must take them for it!