There is old saying "expect the unexpected". Oh yes I haven't expect the "Ragging" message from the movie. The writer Aditya Datt is surely very talented to wrap the message of Table no. 21 until the climax of movie. When the reason for torturing Vivaan and Siya came out my thinking about them is suddenly changed. I start feeling warm heart for the so called villain before the climax. The movie is unique in all way, no one ever made this kind of movie ever in the history of films. Actors are also quite talented and Paresh Rawal is his at best. If you are a thriller lover then treat this movie as your delicious dessert. Every frame is worth watching, Fuji too is very beautiful. The facts in the end is really shocking and more shocking part is that Indian gov. isn't taking any serious action regarding "961" pending ragging cases in 2012. Hope this movie will touch the souls of persons who took ragging and the Gov. too. Go for the movie you will sure love it. and yeah my presently favorite song is Mann Mera and Siya Agasthi is too hot.

Circa 2006, Zinda released which was an unofficial remake of A Korean film Oldboy(2003). The film was panned badly and rejected by the audiences. In 2013, Table No.21 releases with Rajeev Khandelwal, Paresh and Tena Desae. The film caught ones attention ever since the promo was out with Paresh in a sinister look and with his dialogue- If You Lie you Die. The film has a good story and though it borrows heavily from Hollywood yet it keeps you engrossed. It may not be a perfect thriller yet it does have it's moments, the twists and turns, especially the finale which gives out a social message is brilliant but the problem is that the film drags in between and the film gets predictable especially if you have seen Zinda let alone Oldboy.Direction by Aditya Datt who gave crass films earlier like Aashiq Banaya Aapne and Dil Diya Hai redeems himself, he handles several scenes well Music is okayRajeev Khandelwal portrays his weakness and all emotions perfectly, yet again proving his talent. Tena Desae is good in her part Paresh Rawal fresh after the critical acclaim of Oh My God does a superb job, bringing out various characteristics of the role perfectly, he is simply outstanding in the finale. rest are adequate

The trend in Bollywood for the first six months of any year has been more of small budget, small actors but large concept film. The remaining half half is followed with big films every Friday with big stars and unfortunately small concept. This year might not be any different. Bollywood has never had a superhit film on the first Friday of an year. 2013's first film Table No.21(TN21) comes as a surprise. Its not a superhit but worth a watch.Rajeev Khandelval and Tena Desae play a modern married couple who understand today's world and know all what they want from it and all what they can do for it - money. TN21 starts with a great song which actually works wonders to set the premise in five minutes instead of twenty minutes of boredom employed by other films. In a non-starer film it is very difficult to captivate the audience from the inception. The first song, the background score and Tena Desae do that job here. Once this happens the show is hijacked by the exceptional Paresh Rawal. Paresh takes it till the end with his little game of rounds with a humongous prize money which our couple here craves. The screenplay is excellent but could have been tighter. The unmatched comedy of Paresh Rawal helps a lot for the film. The climax is a surprise but extremely convincing.TN21 is comes from an unheard director Aditya Datt who actually becomes 4-films old after this. Fortunately his earlier films have been only neglected and not bombarded. Nobody cared. But this film shall give him a surviving space.Talking of performances, Paresh Rawal is the king. This man is in his own league. Rajeev Khandelwal has been very choosy in his films. He does the same and gives a brilliant performance. What you miss in him is just a tincy bit of attitude. Tena Desae does fine in her part, in fact excellent if compared to the number of good actresses in India now. This can get her career rolling.The music is rapt. There are only two songs. The second is not even complete. The score does a very fine job. the cinematography is different but not exceptional.On the whole, TN21 is a one time must watch due to its culmination. We all like surprises in this tedious lifestyle. TN21 just does that!

This one comes from the director of craps like Aashiq Banaaya Aapne, Dil Diya Hai(have you heard this movie name before??)But this time Aditya Dutt Delivers his career best with Table No.21.The movie gets into the run right from the start without wasting any time and gets even fast paced after Paresh Rawal's Entry.Best thing about the movie is its not too stretched and its a great watch. gripping to be true.Performance wise both Paresh Rawal and Rajeev deliver in their style as expected. Tena has overacted a bit in start 15 minutes though.Not to forget the actor who played Akram in the movie, his expressions just make you feel about the situation gone through.Direction is hats off with the links fitting very well.On the whole, Table No. 21 is for those who look forward for thrilling stuff.Not to be missed.9/10