Watch 36 China Town
- NR
- 2006
- 2 hr 20 min
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5.8 (5,398)
In 36 China Town, directed by Abbas-Mustan, a wealthy businessman played by Kailashnath (played by Paresh Rawal) owns a high-end casino in Goa, India, called 36 China Town. One night, Kailashnath's diamonds go missing, and he suspects one of his high-profile guests, Sonia Chang (played by Isha Koppikar), may be behind the theft. The investigation leads to the arrival of two police officers, Inspectors Karan (played by Akshaye Khanna) and Sanjay (played by Shahid Kapoor), who take on the case. They have some help from a bubbly and vivacious dancer, Priya (played by Kareena Kapoor), who is also a guest of the casino.
As the investigation proceeds, Karan and Sanjay uncover a variety of suspects, including Raj (played by Upen Patel), a struggling actor who has a gambling problem; Natwar (played by Johnny Lever), an amusing sidekick who helps the cops with the investigation; and Gracy (played by Tanushree Dutta), a character who appears out of nowhere in Goa and quickly ingratiates herself into the lives of the rich and famous.
36 China Town plays out as a fun-filled whodunit with musical numbers and light-hearted humor woven in. The storyline keeps you guessing as to who the true culprit is while providing twists and turns throughout.
The dynamic between the three leads, Khanna, Kapoor, and Kapoor, is charming and engaging, and the chemistry between Khanna and Kapoor is palpable. Kareena Kapoor steals the show with her playful and charismatic performance, further cementing her status as one of India's top actresses.
The film is also notable for its stunning location shoots in Goa, which capture the beauty of the lush tropical paradise while also highlighting the opulence of the casino where most of the action takes place.
Overall, 36 China Town is a highly entertaining and engaging film that keeps you on the edge of your seat with its thrilling storyline and likable characters. It's a must-see for any fan of Bollywood cinema or anyone looking for a fun and thrilling whodunit.
36 China Town is a 2006 comedy with a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.8.