Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Talaash review


Not for nothing do they call him the perfectionist. To put it in perspective, there are the brawny and no brainers of Salman. There are the idyllically set hypothetical and aribitrary rom-coms of SRK. And there is the intelligent nay highbrow cinema with every nuance taken care of spearheaded by Aamir Khan. Talaash although not of the standard of a 3 Idiots, is outrightly one of the most intriguing,interesting,stupendous films of the modern times. Extremely captivating narrative, edge of the seat sequences and well written characters catapult it into top 3 movies of 2012. It encompasses all genres in its plot and all in apt measure. That it keeps you on the tenterhooks until the last 5 mins speaks volumes of the excellence of the writers, directors and producers. Kareena Kapoor, the actress proves yet again the supremacy of her craft among her glam doll contemporaries, Rani Mukerji remains a performer par excellence, Nawazuddin Siddiqui grows from strength to strength. Talaash is as good a thriller as they can make. When you watch the complete film, you realise why its publicity was kept low key. The film shines like a bright sun, requiring no effort to experience its warmth. Its automatic and effortless magnificence leaves one longing for more. One of the few film makers to emotionally move his audience in every film of his, Aamir stamps his authority over the numero uno position in so far as the art of substantive film production is concerned. I would recommend you to "Talaash the movie tickets of Talaash". It is sure to boggle your mind.

Jab Tak Hai Jaan review


Truth be told, Jab Tak Hai Jaan is not a good film when considered in totality. There is something called sympathy votes in elections. Yash Chopra has got just that after his death from the movie critics or so you feel after tolerating this unending love saga. How can you justify civilians defusing bombs ? How can you justify the hallowed Indian army shaking a leg with nubiles ? Utter disrespect and denigrating portrayal of the venerated Indian force. Moving on. How can you not deny that Ekta Kapoor's soporific daily soaps arent your inspiration for this overstretched, illogical, implausible, hysterical, meaningless, brainless, drivel of a movie. Katrina Kaif is an abominable, deplorable, and ham of an actress if at all she can be called one. Her Hindi diction and dialogue delivery is imperfect, inept and clumsy, Rehman's music is mediocre at best. Cinematography, fantastic locations and Anushka Sharma are the only saving grace. SRK's majestic acting ability is wasted. What we notice more is his wrinkles and ageing face. In toto, sll hype. Proves this dictum totally right: "All that glitters isnt gold". You have to be totally blinded and immersed in love with SRK to ignore the shortcomings of this nonsensical movie. Alas! the sad reality remains that it will, despite its gaping drawbacks gross hundreds of crores.

Friday, April 13, 2012

Agneepath reviewed




In a way the song Chikni Chameli perfectly typifies the movie Agneepath - Overhyped but saleable. Hrithik Roshan is too handsome for the rustic lad which his character is but he's brilliant in whatever he does in his limitations. Sanjay Dutt is the endearing antagonist for which awards would make a beeline. The film harks backs to the times of yore when the "hero" would resurge from the throes of death and eventually kill the villain despite the latter reigning supreme all the while.Priyanka Chopra as has become her wont, has a role commensurate with her clothes--- small and "exposing" her, both literally and figuratively. Movie has bloopers like ICCU (for ICU), tattooed Dutt in the 90's. Forget logic, ignore the gratuitous and gory violence and this movie, coming as it does in the times of 90 minute movies as Delhi Belly does captivate, even so in parts. Great dialogue. excellent background score nay a stretched screenplay affording a yawn make this movie a one time watch. Dont go with any expectations you wont come out disappointed.

Ekk Main Aur Ekk Tu





Ek main Aur Ek Tu must be viewed as much for Kareena's natural beauty as for its unconventional ending. Its a wonderful coming of age film for Hindi cinema where the ending leaves a smile on your face. It mirrors the changing Indian society. A girl and boy can be just good friends without crossing the line. Many of us would even relate to it. The song "Aunty Ji" merits a special mention. Excellent lyrics and eccentric tune. Very good film, intelligent humour, disappointing Imran, brilliant Boman. Would appeal immensely to the Urbane youth. Recommended this Navratra err sorry VALENTINE WEEK despite the fact that its not a typical mushy romantic movie.

Housefull 2 reviewed




Getting complimentary tickets to view the bunkum that is Housefull 2, I feel for those who bought the tickets. The only saving grace- Akshay Kumar affirms "More the merrier" a dictum valid for criticism this movie begets. May be the director thought that only keeping a title which means success for a movie suffices. Being a comedy, it doesnt even evoke hearty laughter at a single point; a chuckle at best at Akshay's antics. The pairing is misplaced what with a lean Riteish having the voluptuous Zarine Khan as his arm candy. Jacqueline Fernandes like John Abraham plummets to new lows as an actor. Boman Irani is wasted. Randhir Kapoor chose a wrong movie to stage a comeback. Rishi Kapoor and Mithun are good enough. Songs in contrast are hummable,the costumes praiseworthy, the colours appealing. Even a Navjot Siddhu would be hard pressed to find mirth-worthy moments in this disastrous showcase for intelligent cinema , a path on which bollywood had started to tread. Need I rate this flick ? You must be kidding me.

Kahaani Reviewed




If youve not had a sneak at the movies of late and cinematic pangs are nudging you to the nearest theatre, the movie Kahaani should be a priority on your wish list. Not since 'A Wednesday' has a movie impressed as much as this exhilarating flick. With zilch star power and the director's dubious CV smarting from abysmal movies as Aladin and Home delivery, no one expected this to be such a gem. Its when the narrative, screenplay,camera work and a fantastic script drive a movie that such high quality piece of art comes to the fore. This one is a must watch, although youll need to be on your intellectual toes all through.