Set against the backdrop of the dying secessionist movement in Punjab, Maachis undoubtedly has a powerful and potent story idea at its heart and Tabu’s and Om Puri’s excellent portrayal of their respective characters makes it difficult not to like this film. Not to forget the brilliant songs. The villages of Punjab and snow covered landscapes of the small town/village in Himachal are beautifully shot. Some of the scenes just stay with you…like the moonlit blue background of