Teesri Manzil (1966)
9/10
This is what you calls a perfect musical thriller!!
20 August 2022
Teesri Manzil is a 1966 musical thriller film directed by Late Vijay Anand. The film stars Late Shammi Kapoor, Asha Parekh, Late Laxmi Chhaya, Late Premnath, Prem Chopra, Late Iftekhar, Helen, late K. N. Singh and Salim Khan.

After her sister commits suicide, Sunita blames a drummer, Rocky, for her death. She decides to seek revenge against him but later, finds out that her sister was murdered.

The best part about this film is firstly it's superb songs and secondly it's gripping screenplay. Vijay Anand who has given few of the very memorable films of Indian cinema is bang on with this film. The best part of the film is that the film will not only keep you engaged but will also keep the viewers guessing whodunit, alas now a days we misses such beautiful film. The music of the film is just outstanding and mesmerizing all the songs were a big hit upon it's release and is still is a rage be it "O Haseena Julfonwali" "Tumne Mujhe Dekha Hokar Meharbaan" or "O Mere Sona Re, Sona Re, Sona Re" every song has different feel and what a great singer late Mohd. Rafi Sahab, he has made many songs immortal with his mesmerizing voice. Asha Bhosle ji the living legend has also stunningly beautiful voice.

The plot of the film is good and the execution is superb, the screenplay of the film will keep you engaged and no where the film looses it's grip on the viewers and the songs works as icing on the cake.

Acting is superb and Shammi Kapoor never disappoints, he was spot on in his role, Asha Parekh looked beautiful and equally impressive, Premnath can be considered as a surprise package. Rest all the characters be it Prem Chopra, Helen, Laxmi Chayya or Iftekhar were equally impressive.

Climax of the film is surprisingly beautiful and gives a beautiful closure to the film. A perfect example of a musical thriller film and a must watch.
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