Be Barfi!

Watching this movie sometimes reminded me of 'Sadma' ( the 80's movie starring Kamal hassan & Sridevi), sometimes it reminded me of  'Taare Zameen pe' and sometimes the romance of 'Kal ho na ho'.. this movie brought out a very mix feeling and the feeling of being "Barfii"...

Set up in the exotic location of Darjeeling, it is a story about a young chap called 'Barfi' (or should I say 'Murphy' !) for whom being deaf and dumb is not an obstacle at all...he enjoys life and love equally. He falls in love with a beautiful damsel - Shruti (Ileana) the first time, but it does not go well because of societal pressure. But that doesn't deter him, he enjoys his life and accidentally falls in platonic love for another autist girl - Jhilmil (Priyanka chopra). The most important thing across this movie is that it has been able to capture not only the relationship of Barfi , Shruti and Jhilmil; but it also captures other relationships like Barfi's relationship with his father, Jhilmil's relationship with his grandfather and the owner of the orphanage, Jhilmil's relationship with her caretaker, Barfi's relationship with his friend and last but the most interesting Barfi's relationship with the Sub-inspector.  A whole gamut of emotions is on play....

Ranbir kapoor and Priyanak chopra have done a fantastic job; I will not be surprised if this performance wins them a filmfare award or some critic accolades. Overall, the first half of the movie is a bit slow compared to second half, screenplay could have been made a bit more interesting. Pritam has given some good and fresh music specially the song 'Ala barfi'.

Overall I felt that this movies has a story line which is a bit 'hatke' from the normal comedy, romance and climax stories; hence people have welcomed it. It's in the same league as 'Pan singh tomar', 'Vicky Donor' but not in the leagues of  'Taare Zameen par' or 'Swades'.

It's a solid family entertainer and is a must watch for the family!

My rating: 3.5 star

Filmy reviews..Anjaana Anjaani / Dabaang

Though I know this is a bit late for movies which were released a month back, but better late than never...

Anjaana Anjaani

Here is a movie, which revolves round the life of two people

Priyanka Chopra - Kiara

Ranbir Kapoor - Akash

The story begins with the scene set in New York , where Kiara and Akash meet each other over the George washington bridge, while trying to kill themsleves to end their unfortunate life. Akash been hit by the 2009 recession and Kiara being dejected in her love life.The story revolves round them, where they both try to support each other through their personal life trauma and eventually fall in love with each other.

Well the story line was strong, but unfortunately it was too badly presented. Priyanka was amazingly miserable in her acting and so was the direction. Could have been a better movie.

Surprisingly, half of the people had left by half time and I heard some of the best comments, since my engineering days, that were passed in the hall!

Music department has also been a big let down.

My rating: *

Dabaang

Salman Khan - Chulbul 'Robin Hood' Pandey

Sonakshi Sinha (Shatrughan Sinha' Daughter) -

VInod khanna & Dimple Kapadia - As parents of Chulbul Pandey

Arbaaz Khaan - Makhi, Chulbul Pandey's Brother

Sonu Sood - Chedi Singh

Well this movie was welcome relief after Anjaana Anjaani. Salman khan is at his best, story line had nothing new in it, but the presentation and screen play is good and interesting.

Salman Khan play the role of Chulbul Pandey who is a very arrogant, corrupt and fearless cop in 'Lalgunj', a small town in Uttar Pradesh. He fights against local political goon Chedi Singh who tries to kill Chulbul Pandey by using Makhi. But ultimately, both the brothers are able to get rid off Chedi singh and avenge the death of their mother.

The movie introduces a new face Sonakshi Sinha, who had a very brief role, but seemed very promising. The movie keeps you riveted with surprises, some gravity defying stunts , amazing colourful Bollywood songs.

Music has been nicelty dealt with, Sajid-Wajid has done a good job. "Munni Bandnaam Hui" has been a big hit and has some amazing choreography.

Over all a complete bollywood package, do not expect any thing which would get nominated for Oscars. Go with an open mind and come out fresh.

My Rating:***