‘Shootout at Wadala’ is partly based on a book, 'Dongri To Dubai', penned by Hussain Zaidi. It chronicles the lives of gangsters, gang wars and also talks of the first encounter killing of a gangster. The screenwriting is watertight. Although it takes time to settle down, the solid writing in the second hour keeps you on the edge. In fact, the turn of events in the second half takes the film to its zenith. A large chunk of ‘Shootout at Wadala’ is devoted to high-voltage action sequences. Gupta is known for extracting inspiring performances! Leading the pack is, without doubt, John Abraham, who makes the character of Manya Surve come alive on screen. Anil Kapoor reinvents himself yet again. So good is the veteran that you never get enough of him. Kangana delivers a wonderful performance and stands her own despite the presence of actors with challenging characters. On the whole, the flick is a fire-brand, paisa vasool entertainer. Brutal and electrifying, it is one of those theatre-going experiences that has a plot, is packaged well and has content that works big time with the avid moviegoer!