For those who question the accuracy of this story, I discovered it by watching a BBC investigation called Norway's Silent Scandal. It interviewed Norwegian mothers who had lost custody of their children. The mothers reported being scrutinized for tiny things, even having a visible cobweb in their home. One mom lost 2 of 8 kids, but was allowed to keep 6. How can a mom be incompetent to manage 8 kids, but deemed competent for 6? The court decisions made no sense in many cases. It was truly disturbing to learn about this overreach in a 'civilized' European country. In the documentary comments I saw references to this movie and watched it. My heart went out to this mom and her custody battle. It correlated closely to the BBC investigation documentary. I hope this is a reality check for Norway and helps change the foster system for kids in the future.
128 Reviews
the safest place on earth is mothers lap
Rajit_thebingewatcher29 May 2023
How far can a mother go to bring her children back? Up to eternity, the fight can go on, right? Since the mother won't lose until her last breath. Chatarjee, played by Rani Mukharji, brings life to this endless battle where viewers are suffocated by countless emotions. At every turn, you know she is fighting a losing battle, with her family and even the entire government as her enemies. Interestingly, this movie is based on a real story.
Jim Sarbh has been cast properly as the NRI lawyer born in Oslo. Soumya plays Anurag Chatarjee, the evil husband, so seamlessly that you start hating him without even noticing.
It's not that the whole movie is flawless. You can find some stereotypes, and there are some broad strokes in the writing. However, if you want to understand what a mother is, you need to watch this movie.
Jim Sarbh has been cast properly as the NRI lawyer born in Oslo. Soumya plays Anurag Chatarjee, the evil husband, so seamlessly that you start hating him without even noticing.
It's not that the whole movie is flawless. You can find some stereotypes, and there are some broad strokes in the writing. However, if you want to understand what a mother is, you need to watch this movie.
Captures the mother's perspective
KebbyPro20 March 2023
This is based on a true story. In my opinion, it is easy to make the narrative quite boring while presenting true stories and cases since the audience is generally aware of the facts. But in this case, the narrative is quite entertaining and it keeps you hooked to your seat. There are quite a few tear-jerker moments, which is quite surprising since this is a known and well publicized story. I think the director was able to peep into the mother's psychology and treat the subject from her perspective, while also including the social commentary around her. The music does lend a good feeling to the story. Overall, it is worth watching with your family, specially if you stay overseas.
Mothers power
sameerlodaya17 March 2023
Sameer lodaya
One has to see this movie for realising the mothers actual power and what can she do for her children
What a content to watch and that too a real story a big salute to the mother who fought so wisely to get her children back in a foreign land
The direction of aashima was very sharp and have shown the audiences the real pain of a mother went through whose children were snatched away from her and how she fought to get them back
Rani played very well with her Bengali accent mixed with little English Jim was wow for his small and strong role
Some good edit was needed in first half as it was going dull but they picked up very strong the second half ..good songs were missing ..little more pain and emotions was required..a experienced and strong female actor like Supriya Pathak was needed as a lawyer
A must must must watch.
One has to see this movie for realising the mothers actual power and what can she do for her children
What a content to watch and that too a real story a big salute to the mother who fought so wisely to get her children back in a foreign land
The direction of aashima was very sharp and have shown the audiences the real pain of a mother went through whose children were snatched away from her and how she fought to get them back
Rani played very well with her Bengali accent mixed with little English Jim was wow for his small and strong role
Some good edit was needed in first half as it was going dull but they picked up very strong the second half ..good songs were missing ..little more pain and emotions was required..a experienced and strong female actor like Supriya Pathak was needed as a lawyer
A must must must watch.
10/10 Movie... Every Parent should watch this.
sujata-6074919 March 2023
This movie is hands down a masterpiece. Rani in central role nailed this movie with her acting. Anirban has justified his role. Epic description of mother love and strength to protect her children. This movie brings you goosebumps and is relatable to every parent and sacrifices the parents make for their children. As this movie is based on true story of 2010-2011 case of Sagrika bhattacharya. Heartiest wishes and congratulations to real mother Sagrika battacharya who bought the whole nation down of Norway to get her kids back. I am so sorry that any mother has go through something like this. The pain, trauma and anxiety the kids and sagrika went through is unbelievable. I have cried watching this movie, extremely emotional and heartbreaking This kind of movies are required nowadays which can bring awareness, compassion and worth your time, money. I would recommend 100% watching this movie.
Movie review
sats_cool18 April 2023
Yesterday I watched this movie night show in hall and the whole hall is empty only 10-12 people may be there. The story basic plot of seperation of mother with his childrens to foster house without her consent and the struggle begins how she will take her children's back from Norway govt. Rani Mukherjee is a main lead and leading the whole movie where rest all characters also look good in there roles rani has done a great job the Bengali accent was so natural as she is Bengali if you want to watch a drama with good court room scenerios so here is your wait over. Finally if you don't know it's a true based event story adaptation.
Loved It
mishravaibhav-9781517 March 2023
A gritty Storyline with top notch performances ..
Rani Mukherjee Killed it .. Her Bengali accent was so natural .. A must Watch Movie ..
The Supporting Roles were Outstanding ..
Court Room Drama was well executed and the emotional angle is just appreciable ..
This movie might not be a big box-office HIT but is truly one of the most appreciable movies of Rani Mukherjee ..
Her Best Performance Till Date ..
She just lives the character ,, last 15 minutes 9f the climax has an unimaginable emotion ..
It leaves you with Teary Eyes ,, A Happier Feeling ,, It Feels like our win ..
For Me It's a 10 put of 10 .. Enjoy This Movie With Family ..
Have a good day ..
IF FACTUALLY CORRECT THEN......
sunildaswaney-6364218 March 2023
Warning: Spoilers
If this movie has been made purely on fact,then this act of literally snatching away small children from their mother for the flimiest of reasons,is a disgracefully disgraceful one by the Norwegian Government,and one that they should be totally ashamed of,as they have nothing sensible/acceptable/logical/rational on which they could explain their heinous capture of two little children from their loving and devoted mother in the film.
Once again,if Rani Mukherjee patterned her acting on the actual behaviour by the mother in real life then her acting was absolutely brilliant. If not then her acting was extremely loud and very much over the top! Once again I must reiterate that if this film is factually correct(as it has been based on a true story)and the facts have not been contorted in any way,then it's an outstanding movie with matching acting,direction,editing and screenplay!
7/10.
Once again,if Rani Mukherjee patterned her acting on the actual behaviour by the mother in real life then her acting was absolutely brilliant. If not then her acting was extremely loud and very much over the top! Once again I must reiterate that if this film is factually correct(as it has been based on a true story)and the facts have not been contorted in any way,then it's an outstanding movie with matching acting,direction,editing and screenplay!
7/10.
Amazing
parvez-5904221 May 2023
These are the types of film Bollywood need to venture into. Stop all the song and dance in every film.
This film has you hooked from start to finish and pulls your emotions in every direction. Rani depicts the character amazingly and gives the audience a true sense of all the emotions she is trying to convey in her acting.
Would give it 11/10 if I could only because Iv stopped watching hing Bollywood films that are now just sexualised and all about the songs. This has a true sense of emotional connection with its audience.
Will recommend for anyone wanting a little cry 😅
Master class acting from Rani.
This film has you hooked from start to finish and pulls your emotions in every direction. Rani depicts the character amazingly and gives the audience a true sense of all the emotions she is trying to convey in her acting.
Would give it 11/10 if I could only because Iv stopped watching hing Bollywood films that are now just sexualised and all about the songs. This has a true sense of emotional connection with its audience.
Will recommend for anyone wanting a little cry 😅
Master class acting from Rani.
Movie is good but too long
saurabhtupe-6840231 March 2023
Warning: Spoilers
2nd half is really good while 1st half looks like dragged for a long time. Some things like Mrs. Chatterjee running away with the children to sweden looks a little too much as no one can easily know where velfred has kept the children. Some scenes could have been skipped.
Also, i wanted a lot more of court scenes because the arguments presented by lawyers were really good & i would say that was the best part of the movie.
Rani & jim have given excellent performance. I would like to take nothing away from the incident that took place as no can really understand the pain that was faced by the actual mother.
Also, i wanted a lot more of court scenes because the arguments presented by lawyers were really good & i would say that was the best part of the movie.
Rani & jim have given excellent performance. I would like to take nothing away from the incident that took place as no can really understand the pain that was faced by the actual mother.
An Unforgettable Journey: Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway
Shakti_Laitphlang29 May 2023
Introduction:
In the captivating world of Hindi cinema, where stories are often woven with emotion and depth, a true gem has emerged in the form of "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway." Directed and written by the visionary Ashima Chibber, this 2023 Indian Hindi-language legal drama is a tour de force that delves into the heart-wrenching tale of an immigrant mother fighting against the odds to reclaim what is rightfully hers. With Rani Mukerji in the lead, alongside a stellar ensemble cast including Anirban Bhattacharya, Neena Gupta, and Jim Sarbh, this cinematic masterpiece flawlessly captures the profound struggles of cultural difference, discrimination, and the indomitable strength of a mother's love.
An Intimate Portrait of Cultural Difference: "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" gracefully depicts the disorienting experience of immigrating to a foreign land. Through the eyes of Mrs Chatterjee, sensitively portrayed by the immensely talented Rani Mukerji, viewers are immersed in a world where the clash of cultures creates a poignant tapestry of emotions. With her unwavering devotion to her Hindu faith and unique parenting methods derived from her heritage, Mrs Chatterjee finds herself at odds with her Norwegian neighbors. This portrayal serves as a stirring reminder of the profound challenges faced by immigrants, as they strive to navigate the delicate balance between preserving their identity and assimilating into a new society.
Confronting Discrimination: At its core, "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" is a poignant commentary on the insidious nature of discrimination. The Norwegian Child Welfare Services' decision to separate Mrs Chatterjee from her children under the guise of her alleged inadequacy as a mother serves as a stark reminder of the deeply rooted prejudices that persist in our world. This film fearlessly exposes the consequences of discrimination, shedding light on the devastating impact it can have on families and the urgent need for societal change. Through the raw power of its storytelling, the film resonates with audiences, igniting a collective desire to address these systemic injustices.
The Triumph of Motherhood: Undoubtedly, the beating heart of "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" lies in its portrayal of the indomitable spirit of motherhood. Rani Mukerji delivers a tour-de-force performance, embodying the fierce determination and unwavering love that drives Mrs Chatterjee's tireless pursuit of justice. Her character's relentless battle to reunite with her children serves as an extraordinary testament to the boundless power of a mother's devotion. As the narrative unfolds, viewers are enveloped in a profound sense of empathy, finding inspiration in Mrs Chatterjee's unyielding resilience.
A Visual Masterpiece: Beyond its captivating storyline, "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" stands as a testament to the artistry of filmmaking. The film's aesthetic brilliance, brought to life through mesmerizing cinematography and meticulous direction, leaves an indelible mark on the viewer's psyche. Each frame is imbued with a rich tapestry of emotions, effortlessly capturing the nuanced complexities of the narrative. The seamless marriage of visuals and storytelling elevates this film to new heights, enveloping audiences in a world where every detail is meticulously crafted to resonate with profound authenticity.
Conclusion: "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" is an extraordinary cinematic experience that transcends borders and cultures, touching the depths of the human spirit. With its powerful exploration of cultural difference, discrimination, and the unwavering strength of motherhood, this film is a masterpiece that resonates with viewers long after the credits roll. Rani Mukerji's breathtaking performance, coupled with the film's visual brilliance, creates an immersive journey that challenges and inspires audiences to reflect.
An Intimate Portrait of Cultural Difference: "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" gracefully depicts the disorienting experience of immigrating to a foreign land. Through the eyes of Mrs Chatterjee, sensitively portrayed by the immensely talented Rani Mukerji, viewers are immersed in a world where the clash of cultures creates a poignant tapestry of emotions. With her unwavering devotion to her Hindu faith and unique parenting methods derived from her heritage, Mrs Chatterjee finds herself at odds with her Norwegian neighbors. This portrayal serves as a stirring reminder of the profound challenges faced by immigrants, as they strive to navigate the delicate balance between preserving their identity and assimilating into a new society.
Confronting Discrimination: At its core, "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" is a poignant commentary on the insidious nature of discrimination. The Norwegian Child Welfare Services' decision to separate Mrs Chatterjee from her children under the guise of her alleged inadequacy as a mother serves as a stark reminder of the deeply rooted prejudices that persist in our world. This film fearlessly exposes the consequences of discrimination, shedding light on the devastating impact it can have on families and the urgent need for societal change. Through the raw power of its storytelling, the film resonates with audiences, igniting a collective desire to address these systemic injustices.
The Triumph of Motherhood: Undoubtedly, the beating heart of "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" lies in its portrayal of the indomitable spirit of motherhood. Rani Mukerji delivers a tour-de-force performance, embodying the fierce determination and unwavering love that drives Mrs Chatterjee's tireless pursuit of justice. Her character's relentless battle to reunite with her children serves as an extraordinary testament to the boundless power of a mother's devotion. As the narrative unfolds, viewers are enveloped in a profound sense of empathy, finding inspiration in Mrs Chatterjee's unyielding resilience.
A Visual Masterpiece: Beyond its captivating storyline, "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" stands as a testament to the artistry of filmmaking. The film's aesthetic brilliance, brought to life through mesmerizing cinematography and meticulous direction, leaves an indelible mark on the viewer's psyche. Each frame is imbued with a rich tapestry of emotions, effortlessly capturing the nuanced complexities of the narrative. The seamless marriage of visuals and storytelling elevates this film to new heights, enveloping audiences in a world where every detail is meticulously crafted to resonate with profound authenticity.
Conclusion: "Mrs Chatterjee versus Norway" is an extraordinary cinematic experience that transcends borders and cultures, touching the depths of the human spirit. With its powerful exploration of cultural difference, discrimination, and the unwavering strength of motherhood, this film is a masterpiece that resonates with viewers long after the credits roll. Rani Mukerji's breathtaking performance, coupled with the film's visual brilliance, creates an immersive journey that challenges and inspires audiences to reflect.
Achi ma hu, ya buri ma hu, pata nahi, par 'MA' hu!
MuviFan7314 May 2023
Tone, Script & Story: Some of the developed countries suck in the children with irresponsible parents into the foster system. In some cases its becoming business as government provides with funds to nurture these kids in foster care. In some of the unethical cases, the one who are targeted are mostly the families who have just shifted to the new country. This is story of one such Bengali (Indian) family which has shifted to Norway.
Direction, Screenplay, Cinematography: Indian tradition like applying black tikka, feeding from hand and other factors like husbands working site along with court and others feels like relational in particular aspect.
Final Verdict: A new trend of cinema is being appreciated in Bollywood. I personally welcome it. As far as this movie is concerned I would repeat one of the dialogs: Achi ma hu, ya buri ma hu, pata nahi, par 'MA' hu!
Direction, Screenplay, Cinematography: Indian tradition like applying black tikka, feeding from hand and other factors like husbands working site along with court and others feels like relational in particular aspect.
Final Verdict: A new trend of cinema is being appreciated in Bollywood. I personally welcome it. As far as this movie is concerned I would repeat one of the dialogs: Achi ma hu, ya buri ma hu, pata nahi, par 'MA' hu!
No research was done
pbb7215 May 2023
This movies is not "based on real events", it's based on one person's presentation of events. The film makers have not made any effort to research the case for themselves, or even talk to either the involved institute (I'll get back to that) or even the father. I don't think they've talked to anybody involved, except for Ms. Bhattacharya.
The lack of any Norwegian involvement in the film, and the lack of any research done, is clearly identified by the silly misspelling of the name of the institute; "velferd" is consistently misspelled and mispronounced as "velfred". Anyone with any knowledge of Norwegian, heck even a simple online search, would have revealed this mistake. The lack of research is sad, because the real story involves a great drama with many aspects and would have made for a much stronger and deeper movie.
That being said, see this film as an emotional story of how an immigrant mother experienced her life in Norway. But don't think it even represents half of the story. As a retelling of real events, this movie is no more than one-sided propaganda.
The lack of any Norwegian involvement in the film, and the lack of any research done, is clearly identified by the silly misspelling of the name of the institute; "velferd" is consistently misspelled and mispronounced as "velfred". Anyone with any knowledge of Norwegian, heck even a simple online search, would have revealed this mistake. The lack of research is sad, because the real story involves a great drama with many aspects and would have made for a much stronger and deeper movie.
That being said, see this film as an emotional story of how an immigrant mother experienced her life in Norway. But don't think it even represents half of the story. As a retelling of real events, this movie is no more than one-sided propaganda.
This film could have been the best film coming out of Bollywood in a long time but it's not, and it's no less than a good film.
pranabchaudhury20 March 2023
This film could have been the best film coming out of Bollywood in a long time but it's not, and it's no less than a good film. Conveying a message that wasn't conveyed and shown from this perspective before in Indian films. Hopefully Norway will work on some of their policies and respect other foreign cultures and understand the differences...
Rani Mukherji delivers one of her best performances till date, if not the best. Choosing challenging characters in last few years which she can do justice by enacting them with emotions, expressions, body language, embracing her Bengali identity or voice or look perfectly in a different way than those who typically use it - for their characters chubby-Bengali-matured-woman look, stereotypically sexual driven Boudis, or disrespectful to own culture by wearing saree in an exposed fashion.
The film has many flaws but yet manages to connect with you, like the biggest turn off is the Dialogues. It's so bad, in real life Bengalis don't use Hindi, Bengali & English all at once to communicate amongst families. The people I've seen or known from West Bengal or Kolkata mostly use Bengali or English, hardly any Hindi and when it's established properly that the both husband & wife are Bengalis from West Bengal, then at least they don't need Hindi when they communicate between themselves or in their family. This cocktail of languages is so bad, that it feels like watching a TV Serial whenever they're switching between languages - one line in Bangla then two lines in Hindi with few words in English in between. This forcefulness of making it "Indian" wasn't necessary, it's awkward and weird. Pick one language and stick to that, why make a cocktail of all the languages! Should have picked Hindi, even though Rani with her Bangla could have easily executed the film perfectly. This switching of languages even affects Rani's performances, at least to me it makes her performance melodramatic. And Editing is one more department where the film doesn't do justice. The climax specially those last 20 mins is just so heartwarming, emotionally touching you deep. Jim Sarbh owns it. And since the language in the courtroom sequence is only in one language it doesn't feel irritating and draws your full attention.
It's no waste of money, worthy of your time & attention, didn't know about Sagarika Chakraborty and her tragic story, now I know. And I Respect.
Rani Mukherji delivers one of her best performances till date, if not the best. Choosing challenging characters in last few years which she can do justice by enacting them with emotions, expressions, body language, embracing her Bengali identity or voice or look perfectly in a different way than those who typically use it - for their characters chubby-Bengali-matured-woman look, stereotypically sexual driven Boudis, or disrespectful to own culture by wearing saree in an exposed fashion.
The film has many flaws but yet manages to connect with you, like the biggest turn off is the Dialogues. It's so bad, in real life Bengalis don't use Hindi, Bengali & English all at once to communicate amongst families. The people I've seen or known from West Bengal or Kolkata mostly use Bengali or English, hardly any Hindi and when it's established properly that the both husband & wife are Bengalis from West Bengal, then at least they don't need Hindi when they communicate between themselves or in their family. This cocktail of languages is so bad, that it feels like watching a TV Serial whenever they're switching between languages - one line in Bangla then two lines in Hindi with few words in English in between. This forcefulness of making it "Indian" wasn't necessary, it's awkward and weird. Pick one language and stick to that, why make a cocktail of all the languages! Should have picked Hindi, even though Rani with her Bangla could have easily executed the film perfectly. This switching of languages even affects Rani's performances, at least to me it makes her performance melodramatic. And Editing is one more department where the film doesn't do justice. The climax specially those last 20 mins is just so heartwarming, emotionally touching you deep. Jim Sarbh owns it. And since the language in the courtroom sequence is only in one language it doesn't feel irritating and draws your full attention.
It's no waste of money, worthy of your time & attention, didn't know about Sagarika Chakraborty and her tragic story, now I know. And I Respect.
A representation of the plight of Indians in many Scandinavian countries
krishgupta-4724831 March 2023
This movie has a heartbreaking background and a heartwarming storyline. The fact that it's based on a true story makes me feel even more sad. I have never been a parent. In fact, I am not even married. But when I saw the children taken away from their mother, I could somehow feel the pain. It was magically melancholic. The directors have excelled in their job of creating a piece that makes the audience remain glued to their seats. I have read in many places about such indignities hurled at Indians living in these countries. And lastly, I would like to congratulate Rani for her outstanding performance.
Rani is a real queen of this film
cifarshayar26 March 2023
Those movies which are inspired by True events need great performances so that the event they are depicting don't become small. Rani Mukherjee delivers a phenomenal performance to portray the character of Mrs Chatterjee.
I feel that for a movie director could have take some liberties to made the movie more thrilling with some powerful courtroom scenes. Jim Sarbh's character also has a great impact. Since this case was in the news few years back we have known it and the film let us know the real struggle of that woman in getting her children back from Norway through her courage and determination.
I feel that for a movie director could have take some liberties to made the movie more thrilling with some powerful courtroom scenes. Jim Sarbh's character also has a great impact. Since this case was in the news few years back we have known it and the film let us know the real struggle of that woman in getting her children back from Norway through her courage and determination.
A Rewarding Experience amidst the clash of Cultures
ritesh65717 March 2023
Mrs Chatterjee vs Norqay is a bold, heart-rending and equally engrossing film. Based on a real life incident, this film is a true testimony of a mother's compassion, love and affection towards her own children. Bolstered by a towering performance by Rani, an ensemble cast's brilliance, surreal music by Amit Trivedi and powerful screenplay which stays true to its subject in its entirety, MCVN gives you ample moments of melancholy and joy. Overall one of the best real life inspired stories made in Bollywood.
MCVN is a brilliant ode to all the resilience shown by Sagarika Bhattacharya , the real hero behind the story. A fight against an entire nation just get her kids back while she gets no support from his spouse in an unknown country is no joke. Credits to the entire team for making such a moving film . Ashima Chibber truely captures the anxiety and restlessness of a mother without being peachy and over the top. Yes it has its share of flaws of Rani being at a high pitch initially and doing too much but as the film progresses the she gets a good hold of the depth of the character and gives a solid nuaced performance which will be remembered. Anirban is brilliant and gets you pissed easily. Jim Sarb is exceptional in his restraint and understated performance. The other ensemble cast is just brilliant too.
MCVN is a brilliant ode to all the resilience shown by Sagarika Bhattacharya , the real hero behind the story. A fight against an entire nation just get her kids back while she gets no support from his spouse in an unknown country is no joke. Credits to the entire team for making such a moving film . Ashima Chibber truely captures the anxiety and restlessness of a mother without being peachy and over the top. Yes it has its share of flaws of Rani being at a high pitch initially and doing too much but as the film progresses the she gets a good hold of the depth of the character and gives a solid nuaced performance which will be remembered. Anirban is brilliant and gets you pissed easily. Jim Sarb is exceptional in his restraint and understated performance. The other ensemble cast is just brilliant too.
A compelling drama based on a real story.....
SumanShakya13 May 2023
The film deals with the struggle of a Bengali woman, Sagarika Bhattacharya, to take the custody of her children taken by Norway government to foster homes, amid her disapproving and tormenting husband and in laws. The film is commendable for the bold subject it charts on which created some controversies as Norway government isn't happy of some factual liberties the film takes. Anyway, it still is a well accomplished effort on presenting a real life story and an eye opener.
The major strengths of the film are the astounding performance of Rani Mukherjee, perhaps in one of her bravest roles following "Black," a compelling performance from Jim Sarabh, and the revered milieu of Norway it depicts. However, the minus of the film includes its overstretched and ineffective finale which somehow fails to connect the emotions of a mother.
Rating: 2 stars out of 4.
The major strengths of the film are the astounding performance of Rani Mukherjee, perhaps in one of her bravest roles following "Black," a compelling performance from Jim Sarabh, and the revered milieu of Norway it depicts. However, the minus of the film includes its overstretched and ineffective finale which somehow fails to connect the emotions of a mother.
Rating: 2 stars out of 4.
It rips your heart out
novred-4050819 March 2023
Phew, the film touched me on many levels.
The first half was hard to bear as Rani Mukerji was very 'emotional', maybe a little bit over it.
Unfortunately, the focus here was more on the theatricality than on the essentials.
Thus, the viewer learns almost nothing about the Norwegian 'culture' of raising children.
As a mother, it is difficult to understand why it should not be okay for a child to sleep in the parents' bed or why it should be bad that children from Indian homes get a khola.
Also, it was not even illuminated that the husband was violent towards his wife - the viewer learns this at the very edge.
Many questions remained unanswered for me.
The second half of the film - back in India - offered a very different Rani.
Still fighting for her children, but less theatrical.
Then I would like to find it frightening how cultural differences have been dealt with in Europe.
Our society can only grow through diversity.
The first half was hard to bear as Rani Mukerji was very 'emotional', maybe a little bit over it.
Unfortunately, the focus here was more on the theatricality than on the essentials.
Thus, the viewer learns almost nothing about the Norwegian 'culture' of raising children.
As a mother, it is difficult to understand why it should not be okay for a child to sleep in the parents' bed or why it should be bad that children from Indian homes get a khola.
Also, it was not even illuminated that the husband was violent towards his wife - the viewer learns this at the very edge.
Many questions remained unanswered for me.
The second half of the film - back in India - offered a very different Rani.
Still fighting for her children, but less theatrical.
Then I would like to find it frightening how cultural differences have been dealt with in Europe.
Our society can only grow through diversity.
Rani Mukerji Leaves You Speechless In This Emotionally Soaking Drama.
SAMTHEBESTEST18 March 2023
Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway (2023) :
Movie Review -
Rani Mukerji stars in the female-led drama by Ashima Chibber titled "Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway". It's been a while since we have had an emotionally enriching experience in theaters, and this one is the right choice at the moment. Kajol's "Salaam Venky" was one of the recent examples of the same context, but it was about a natural, or say medical, calamity, whereas Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway is all about a mother's fight against the government and the law, which aren't natural things. The film is an emotionally soaking experience by all means, and that too with the universal subject of a mother's love. Yes, it has its own flaws and overly dramatic moments, but that doesn't hurt the film much as long as you are sure to leave cinema halls with pain in your heart and tears in your eyes.
Debika Chatterjee (Rani Mukerji) is an Indian girl who migrates to Norway with her husband, Mr. Chatterjee (Anirban Bhattacharya). They have two children, Shubh and Suchi (a boy and a girl), whom they love too much. A team of Velfrade officers visits their house for 10 days and submits a report saying that both parents are not capable of raising their children. Debika's world is shattered when her children are taken away from her, and moreover, when even the court does not deliver justice to her. She knocks on the doors of every country to ask for justice and return her children, but none of them help. Rather, she is blamed for being mentally unstable and later betrayed by her close ones. However, the never-ending spirit of a mother keeps her going, and she fights all alone against everyone to get back her children.
Written by Sameer Satija, Ashima Chibber, and Rahul Handa, Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway could be termed a universal film for its diversity over a mother's issue. It has a lot of layers, such as cultural differences, child trafficking scams, feminism issues, domestic violence, women's empowerment, and a mother's undying pleading for her children. Let's take a moment and slap the Norwegian government for such absurd laws in their country. This country should be wiped off the global map for taking away a mother's and her children's rights. Who the hell gave them the authority to decide the bond between a mother and her children? I don't know if they have barred these malpractices, but they should, especially after watching this film. Thanks to the writers for exposing the rubbish laws of the tiny country and challenging the culture and traditions of a country that has a population almost 3000x than theirs. The screenplay is engaging but drags quite a bit occasionally. You can't ignore a few flaws, like a B. Sc. Graduate woman finding English tough, seeing an Android TV in 2011, a man who doesn't know English understanding an English speech of a lawyer in court, and a respected judge giving a seminar that's longer than his final verdict. Nevertheless, the rest of the content clicks enough to get over these mistakes.
Rani Mukerji returns as a female lead in a centric role, and let's all celebrate her grand return to the silver screen. Bunty Aur Babli 2 was a big miss for her, and it was also a multistarrer, so I can say that she returns to the original form right after "Mardaani 2." You know, all those 90s actresses who wowed audiences with their glamorous roles two decades ago have evolved as powerful actors over the years. Rani evolved long ago with performances like "Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat" and "Mehendi." But the recent Rani has been even better with No One Killed Jessica, Mardaani, Hichki, and Mardaani 2. Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway is at that level of performance. She is amazing as a Bengali wife and a pleading mother. One of the strongest aspects of the film is her performance. The film is all about her and her-the majority of it, while the supporting cast of Anirban Bhattacharya, Jim Sarbh, Tiina Tauraite and other has been pretty good.
Coming back to the negatives, the film could have been 15 minutes shorter. The editing is under question here, or maybe the screenplay, which contains additional drama about feminism, family issues and misogynism. People clapped on the scene when Debika slapped back her husband, but what's the use of this strong feminist statement if the next moment she is going to be shown weak and locked in her room? Why didn't Debika stand against her husband and in-laws as aggressively as she fought the Norway cops? The personality development was quite underwhelming, and after all, she was a graduate, not an illiterate, helpless woman, right? These contradictions didn't fit well in the narrative, but if the true story had everything exactly as it is, then the argument is pointless.
Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has a nice situational music. All three songs come at the right time and with suitable tunes. "Shubho Shubho" is a pleasant one with smart choreography as it deals with various situations and various moods with suitable music and lyrics. "Aami Jaani Re" and "Maa Ke Dil" are both narrative-driven songs that pass by with good scenes. Alvar Kõue's cinematography attempts a few things out of the box, with shaky frames when needed and stable ones when required. The outcome isn't that brilliant, but it was well attempted. Some people believe that a female story needs a female director because a male director cannot bring that additional 'female touch' into the filmmaking. Ashima Chibber proves it again. Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has some stunning visuals that empower female touch in movies-one of them has to be that portable breastfeeding scene. No male director could have done it the way Ashima has. Well, she lacked a few intelligent elements here but didn't fail to deliver an emotionally powerful film. The judge's chamber scene is truly epic. Emotions speak louder than words there. As a whole, Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway provides enough as an out-of-the-line and hard-hitting film, but most importantly, it delivers a fine human drama filled with pain and sentiments working overtime.
RATING - 6/10*
Rani Mukerji stars in the female-led drama by Ashima Chibber titled "Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway". It's been a while since we have had an emotionally enriching experience in theaters, and this one is the right choice at the moment. Kajol's "Salaam Venky" was one of the recent examples of the same context, but it was about a natural, or say medical, calamity, whereas Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway is all about a mother's fight against the government and the law, which aren't natural things. The film is an emotionally soaking experience by all means, and that too with the universal subject of a mother's love. Yes, it has its own flaws and overly dramatic moments, but that doesn't hurt the film much as long as you are sure to leave cinema halls with pain in your heart and tears in your eyes.
Debika Chatterjee (Rani Mukerji) is an Indian girl who migrates to Norway with her husband, Mr. Chatterjee (Anirban Bhattacharya). They have two children, Shubh and Suchi (a boy and a girl), whom they love too much. A team of Velfrade officers visits their house for 10 days and submits a report saying that both parents are not capable of raising their children. Debika's world is shattered when her children are taken away from her, and moreover, when even the court does not deliver justice to her. She knocks on the doors of every country to ask for justice and return her children, but none of them help. Rather, she is blamed for being mentally unstable and later betrayed by her close ones. However, the never-ending spirit of a mother keeps her going, and she fights all alone against everyone to get back her children.
Written by Sameer Satija, Ashima Chibber, and Rahul Handa, Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway could be termed a universal film for its diversity over a mother's issue. It has a lot of layers, such as cultural differences, child trafficking scams, feminism issues, domestic violence, women's empowerment, and a mother's undying pleading for her children. Let's take a moment and slap the Norwegian government for such absurd laws in their country. This country should be wiped off the global map for taking away a mother's and her children's rights. Who the hell gave them the authority to decide the bond between a mother and her children? I don't know if they have barred these malpractices, but they should, especially after watching this film. Thanks to the writers for exposing the rubbish laws of the tiny country and challenging the culture and traditions of a country that has a population almost 3000x than theirs. The screenplay is engaging but drags quite a bit occasionally. You can't ignore a few flaws, like a B. Sc. Graduate woman finding English tough, seeing an Android TV in 2011, a man who doesn't know English understanding an English speech of a lawyer in court, and a respected judge giving a seminar that's longer than his final verdict. Nevertheless, the rest of the content clicks enough to get over these mistakes.
Rani Mukerji returns as a female lead in a centric role, and let's all celebrate her grand return to the silver screen. Bunty Aur Babli 2 was a big miss for her, and it was also a multistarrer, so I can say that she returns to the original form right after "Mardaani 2." You know, all those 90s actresses who wowed audiences with their glamorous roles two decades ago have evolved as powerful actors over the years. Rani evolved long ago with performances like "Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat" and "Mehendi." But the recent Rani has been even better with No One Killed Jessica, Mardaani, Hichki, and Mardaani 2. Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway is at that level of performance. She is amazing as a Bengali wife and a pleading mother. One of the strongest aspects of the film is her performance. The film is all about her and her-the majority of it, while the supporting cast of Anirban Bhattacharya, Jim Sarbh, Tiina Tauraite and other has been pretty good.
Coming back to the negatives, the film could have been 15 minutes shorter. The editing is under question here, or maybe the screenplay, which contains additional drama about feminism, family issues and misogynism. People clapped on the scene when Debika slapped back her husband, but what's the use of this strong feminist statement if the next moment she is going to be shown weak and locked in her room? Why didn't Debika stand against her husband and in-laws as aggressively as she fought the Norway cops? The personality development was quite underwhelming, and after all, she was a graduate, not an illiterate, helpless woman, right? These contradictions didn't fit well in the narrative, but if the true story had everything exactly as it is, then the argument is pointless.
Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has a nice situational music. All three songs come at the right time and with suitable tunes. "Shubho Shubho" is a pleasant one with smart choreography as it deals with various situations and various moods with suitable music and lyrics. "Aami Jaani Re" and "Maa Ke Dil" are both narrative-driven songs that pass by with good scenes. Alvar Kõue's cinematography attempts a few things out of the box, with shaky frames when needed and stable ones when required. The outcome isn't that brilliant, but it was well attempted. Some people believe that a female story needs a female director because a male director cannot bring that additional 'female touch' into the filmmaking. Ashima Chibber proves it again. Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has some stunning visuals that empower female touch in movies-one of them has to be that portable breastfeeding scene. No male director could have done it the way Ashima has. Well, she lacked a few intelligent elements here but didn't fail to deliver an emotionally powerful film. The judge's chamber scene is truly epic. Emotions speak louder than words there. As a whole, Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway provides enough as an out-of-the-line and hard-hitting film, but most importantly, it delivers a fine human drama filled with pain and sentiments working overtime.
RATING - 6/10*
A must watch!
shauryagandhisg17 March 2023
If you watch this movie without any desperation to find negative points which are extremely little...It will blow your mind! A beautiful story with an amazing performance by Rani! I saw some so called critics saying that yea its quite loud and i want to tell them "hello, how would a Bengali mother separated from her children in a country like Norway with language issues react??! She has to be hysterical! This movie needs to be watched by all and that too in theatres as it needs to be experienced! Unless we still want to go on cribbing Bollywood doesn't make good movies! Its beautiful! Experience it in theatres:)
Rani Mukherji excels in this biopic of a mother's struggles to get her kids back
madanmarwah18 May 2023
If you are fond of a tearjerker with plenty of sad and poignant scenes then this is the movie for you. Collect your tissues and settle down to watch this Bengali lady in Norway struggle to take possession of her infant kids taken away by Norwegian child welfare services on complaints of perceived poor parenting habits. It appears that typically Indian habits like feeding your child with fingers and sleeping with your child are considered objectionable in Norway. Subsequently as her kids are forcefully taken away, she struggles to break free when held and screams in anger. She is branded mentally unstable and insane by them and declared unfit to look after her children. This movie is supposed to be based on true events which happened some time back. We therefore need to acknowledge that this is the way events unfolded in the life of Mrs Chatterjee maybe with a few minor cinematic liberties taken by the director which seems fair.
The movie is a triumph for two talented ladies director Ashima Chibber and actress Rani Mukherji who have contributed significantly to this project. The movie should specially appeal to women since it is shot from a mother's perspective. The courtroom scenes are realistic. Agreed that the plot has been stretched a bit but in real life the events must have taken place that way I suppose . Rani has interpreted the complex role effectively and exhibited all the nuances very nicely. Whether she is sad/ gloomy, angry or heartbroken or emotional she has given her best in this award winning performance. Some good acting is seen from Jim Sarbh as the lawyer from Norway. He looks debonair and sauve too. Neena Gupta is impressive in a cameo as an Indian minister.
The movie is a triumph for two talented ladies director Ashima Chibber and actress Rani Mukherji who have contributed significantly to this project. The movie should specially appeal to women since it is shot from a mother's perspective. The courtroom scenes are realistic. Agreed that the plot has been stretched a bit but in real life the events must have taken place that way I suppose . Rani has interpreted the complex role effectively and exhibited all the nuances very nicely. Whether she is sad/ gloomy, angry or heartbroken or emotional she has given her best in this award winning performance. Some good acting is seen from Jim Sarbh as the lawyer from Norway. He looks debonair and sauve too. Neena Gupta is impressive in a cameo as an Indian minister.
Terrible acting and inaccurate portrayal.
alik_3027 June 2023
Firstly, the acting and writing is terrible. The mother came across as annoying and it's hard to feel any sympathy for her. Secondly, why can't bollywood move away from the dichotomy of good guys and bad guys. In this case it's correct to have the Norwegian child care authorities as the antagonist but an accurate portrayal would show that they had good intentions behind their actions but made wrong choices and decisions. As someone who works in child care, I know that making money is an important factor for agencies, but but it was portrayed too blatantly here, which made it unbelievable. It's also about time bollywood invested in proper foreign actors. These actors were so rigid and emotionless that it was painful to watch.
Ban Norway
fremond14 May 2023
If this is true, i will ask my family and friends to ban Norway. We will never visit Norway ever again and hope they will learn about their so called "right" method to raise a child is not aöways the correct method. A mother knows best what is good or wrong for the children not the so welfare government. Children can always co sleep with their parents, it is not wrong. If this happen to me the three kidnappers would be sued until bankrupt. I am in Europe and always thought Norway is a good place to visit and stay but after this film, i will never visit Norway ever again. The Norway goverment should watch this film and change their system.
Great acting, a little over the top melodrama
pranayjalvi20 May 2023
Based on a true incident, Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway does a decent job in showcasing all the trials and tribulations that a mother had to go through, to get back to her children.
Firstly speaking on the positive aspects, Rani Mukherjee in a titular role was simply outstanding and her recent films shows why she is so underrated as an A-list actress in Bollywood. The film had a decent pace and music by Amit Trivedi was melancholic. Jim Sarbh, as usual, was natural and looked charismatic as a lawyer.
On the contrary note, the movie was heavily stacked with characters' emotional aspect, rather than focusing more on the court battles to defeat the injustice. There was way too much of melodrama, which became chaotic at times. The pace was unusual, especially the ending, which left me unimpressed, as I felt it was not polished.
My Rating : 7.5/10.
Firstly speaking on the positive aspects, Rani Mukherjee in a titular role was simply outstanding and her recent films shows why she is so underrated as an A-list actress in Bollywood. The film had a decent pace and music by Amit Trivedi was melancholic. Jim Sarbh, as usual, was natural and looked charismatic as a lawyer.
On the contrary note, the movie was heavily stacked with characters' emotional aspect, rather than focusing more on the court battles to defeat the injustice. There was way too much of melodrama, which became chaotic at times. The pace was unusual, especially the ending, which left me unimpressed, as I felt it was not polished.
My Rating : 7.5/10.
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