After depicting a flair for blending a backdrop’s flavour in the Kanpur-themed narrative for ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, Rai extends his aptitude to introduce the verve of Varanasi in ‘Raanjhanaa’ without making it too in-your-face. The idea is to depict a connection between two individuals developing with a different set of priorities. While one grows up, and in the process grows out, of the comfort zone to evolve, the other remains dedicated to a single-minded aspiration. Sonam and Dhanush have a peculiar chemistry. It’s neither simmering nor constrained but bears a quaint mystery, which deepens as they alternate to justify and contradict their actions. Initially, ‘Raanjhanaa’ manages to hook you with the atmospherics, but the ingenious narrative and worthy performances win you over gradually. The romance, the simplistic lines, the heartbreak... the film transports you to a different zone altogether. The dream-like world gives the impression of being pure and unadulterated initially, but this illusory world is soon shattered by reality as the plot thickens. All in all, the movie encompasses romance and myriad emotions most wonderfully, besides bravura performances and a popular musical score from the maestro. It is a film that touches the core of your heart. Not to be missed!