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So much average

The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.

The acting in this movie is really good.

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

If you think of 100 years of Hindi film industry you will find that very few movies were made not just to entertain or give you message but to make you think beyond your intelligence level. Yes, I used 'intelligence' because in the current scenario, the audience is victimized by spoon-feeding storytelling culture. 'No smoking' breaks this barrier, gives the audience to float among boxes of puzzles and prompts them to think twice before smoking.When I heard about this movie I thought it would be another documentary kind of treatment narrated by director Anurag Kashyap, just like his previous movie 'Black Friday' and of course, reviews were all confusing. But unexpectedly, Film bound me till the end with certain clues to give the final message. Only thing I had to do was to open my mind at the start and accept the confusing/odd scenario for few minutes so that I could connect the dots, later during the movie. The film is not for the people who just seek for entertainment.Recently, I was reading few reviews of 'No Smoking' which was published on the year of its release and after watching movie, on the recommendation of my colleague, I was thinking of those reviewer who actually bashed the movie how they could be so rude. If they couldn't understand the metaphors and plots how they could simply call it 'Dumb' without thinking twice? Yes, you heard it right, 'Dumb'.I am not here to criticize those reviewers for making such a non- sense statement; because after all, review is nothing but the opinion of an individual and opinion can be anything.Storyline: In the film, K (John Abraham) was a businessman who had a habit of smoking and he was very proud of it. He was of bossy nature and he didn't want anyone to take over his decision. Film really started when his wife Anjali (Ayesha Takia) threatened him to leave him forever for not quitting smoking. He went to the Guru Ghantal Baba Bengali Sialdah Wale (Paresh Rawal) for rehabilitation program. Guruji forced him to sign the contract for the program after which he could do anything but smoking. If he does then his family would pay the price. From this point, film adds many layers to the story by raveling the bizarre secrets and makes K confused between reality and dreams until the climax.Story: With respect to Hindi film standard, I can understand that the story was much more complex than normal tale and it was hard to understand. Even after the last scene, for the next 20-30 minutes, you will try to decipher the metaphoric scenes like Ram-Shyam-Balram (people with same faces), live telecast of K's life on TV, Bathtub in dream sequence, one rupee debt etc. I was really amazed to see the linear narration style of the most illustrated topic 'Smoking'. This might be made as another documentary but added plot of rehabilitation center with some of extraordinary incidents brightened the concept and lifted the story to the whole new level.Acting: I am not much fan of John's Acting but this role really suited his personality (Charming, well built and rich guy) and he delivered it with brilliance. Paresh Rawal is one of finest actor in this industry. He did Guruji's role with his smooth dialogue delivery and majestic screen presence. Ayesha Takia played as K's wife/secretary and she picked it up so easy. Ranvir Shorey is one of the most underrated actor. From this movie, he showed how much potential he has. He was the man who lives in constant fright of knowing some secrets and he delivered it very sincerely.Directing: Everyone started to agree to the fact that Anurag Kashyap has a potential to become the greatest director after watching Dev- D, Gulal and Gangs of Wasseypur. But for me, he gave this glimpse from 'No Smoking' which came way early in 2007. He picked up a very crucial topic of smoking, wrote it with brilliant narration and directed in his very unique style. If you could find first 15 minutes interesting then I bet you won't leave your seat until the end. Movie never loses its pace and music & cinematography gives the extra wings to it. None of the shots are waste to watch.Final Words: If you are smoker and want to quit, watch this movie! Also if you haven't watched it yet by thinking that it could be life journey or documentary kind of boring tale, you are mistaken; actually you will be in for a thrilling show!

Anurag Kashyap is known for making abstract films, No Smoking is one of his most abstract films which is very complex to understand The film has a good concept and treated very differently and should be watched minutely.The film starts well and the way it executes it will not be understood on one watch.The way John's character unfolds is superbly, his scenes of frustration are all well handled, till the end it makes you confused but that was what Anurag was intending forDirection by Anurag Kashyap is good Music is okayJohn Abraham often criticised for his acts does a great job in this film, he plays the character perfectly, Ayesha annoys, Ranvir Shorey is okay, Paresh Rawal is amazing rest are okay

Though quality movies never get the attention and appreciation they deserve(thanks to glamor of crappy star studded movies),this is one of the most under rated movie made in India. It's a fine piece of art which carries the viewer through imagination of the protagonist and at points events are expressed very subtly. Anurag Kashyap is the best director around but unfortunately six years back the audience was too immature to understand or value his work. Warning : For those who like glamorous crap from Hollywood/Bollywood this movie can drive them insane.It's for a limited audience who prefer and enjoy watching something like french cinema and quality works of art..

I am enthralled by the adaptation and have always been a fan of Anurag Kashyap for taking up topics that strikes chords. With No Smoking, he has set a new standard in himself.The plot, although, anti-narrative, throws some light into the ever- growing habit of rampant cigarette smoking in the world. It does not necessarily give out a message to stop smoking, but treats the theme in an unconventional & elegant way. The story of a narcissist who tries his hand at kicking the butt through a pundit gets entangled in a world of surprises & confusion. Now, the decipherment of this story is quite ambiguous, but the rendition works very well. Music, cinematography, CGI & writing is very promising. Cast performance is another laudable thing.Although, the plot could've been polished into a more fathomable line, No Smoking earns brownie points scene after scene, when it instills neo- noir & psychological babbles int itself. It isn't cringe-worthy at all.BOTTOM LINE: Recommended to people who love watching shady movies. 7.4 out of 10.Can be watched with a typical Indian family? YESProfanity: Mild | Vulgarity/Sex/Mouth-Kiss: No | Violence/Gore: Strong | Smoking: Infinity | Alcohol: Mediocre | Drugs/Porn: No