Star Screen Awards recently held in Mumbai rang in the Bollywood award season for 2010. Apart from the award winners and nominees the ceremony itself made news.For Starters Shahid Kapoor was the host in his "Pathshala" avatar and was joined by King Khan himself which led to some highlight moments of the evening. Also, seen were Shahid's dance performance on Kaminey songs, Salmaan's medley and Saif-Kareena's number on stage which raised eyebrows and excitement in the crowed.Lets have a look at some rib-tickling moments.
Review: My Name is KHAN
Verdict: Great!worth Time and Money
"K" Rating: 4/5
"SRK" Rating: 5/5
"SRK" Rating: 5/5
Watch: Theater/DVD
This is called "Cinema! a strong storyline, fantastic performance and a social message for its viewers- My Name is KHAN(MNIK) has it all. This is not the C(K)andy floss cinema that Karan Johar is known for, he should be given qudos for making a stunning film which has a love story in its core and a delicate yet strong subject of religion as its backdrop. MNIK is not about terrorism nor about 9/11 rather the butterfly effect of these incidents.Its about a man's word to his wife, his love for her which sets him on a journey across America. He brings with him a message which starts a tidal wave of change in attitude towards Islam.
Barring some scenes which seem to be high on the drama quotient,MNIK is spectacular and very moving.Arm yourself with a box of tissue for this tear jerker! The screenplay is so well written that audience connects with Rizvan and gets intertwined in his and Mandira's life just few scenes into the movie.Kajol and Shahrukh together deliver the emotionally charged roles perfectly, infact it is the career best performance for Shahrukh Khan.Jimmy Shergill, Sonia Jihan, Arjun Mathur and Zarina Wahab have befitted thier roles beautifully. Not sure what Navneet Nishan is doing in the movie as her character looks out of place.
Barring some scenes which seem to be high on the drama quotient,MNIK is spectacular and very moving.Arm yourself with a box of tissue for this tear jerker! The screenplay is so well written that audience connects with Rizvan and gets intertwined in his and Mandira's life just few scenes into the movie.Kajol and Shahrukh together deliver the emotionally charged roles perfectly, infact it is the career best performance for Shahrukh Khan.Jimmy Shergill, Sonia Jihan, Arjun Mathur and Zarina Wahab have befitted thier roles beautifully. Not sure what Navneet Nishan is doing in the movie as her character looks out of place.
"Sajda", "Tere Naina" are already chart favorites, find yourself walking out of the theater humming "Noor-e-Khuda"! Despite its rough release in Mumbai due to the political row, this movie is bound to be a money churner for Fox & Karan Johar at the Box office worldwide.MNIK caters to the educated,multiplex and the NRI audeince, hence the movie is bound to do well in metros at home and overseas. Watch out for "My Name is KHAN" thats Khhaan from the epiglottis!
SRK & Kajol on NASDAQ
With the stock market trying to recover from recession, they seem to have found the perfect person to "ring" in the good times - SRK! I mean what better than the King of Bollywood who's Brand SRK is at an all time high. Yes, Shahrukh Khan along with Kajol were in New York recently to ring the opening bell of NASDAQ. This was part of the promotions for their upcoming movie My Name is Khan releasing worldwide on November 12th 2010. We hope its all green at the NASDAQ, after SRK's midas touch!
Review: Veer
Verdict: eh, ok
"K" Rating: 1.5 / 5
Watch: DVD
Salmaan Khan is the only reason one should see this film as he is looking fit,fabulous and ferocious! Veer is set in British India, where the brave warrior tribesman "Pindaris" have been duped out of their land by an evil king and the British. Its a love story of a warrior born to avenge the king.
The cinematography is excellent however cannot make up for the weak storyline. The movie wavers between soft, romantic scenes to violence far too quickly. Debutant Zarine Khan has little scope in the film apart from smiling or crying in the scenes, also one cannot overlook her striking resemblance to Katrina Kaif. Jackie Shroff as the evil king, Mithun Chakarborty as the powerful sardar of the Pindaris, Sohail Khan as the comedian suit very well.The director should have stuck to making a gladiator like out an out action movie or a romantic epic, mixing the two has not done well for the film.
The cinematography is excellent however cannot make up for the weak storyline. The movie wavers between soft, romantic scenes to violence far too quickly. Debutant Zarine Khan has little scope in the film apart from smiling or crying in the scenes, also one cannot overlook her striking resemblance to Katrina Kaif. Jackie Shroff as the evil king, Mithun Chakarborty as the powerful sardar of the Pindaris, Sohail Khan as the comedian suit very well.The director should have stuck to making a gladiator like out an out action movie or a romantic epic, mixing the two has not done well for the film.
Music of Veer is a definate buy as most all the songs have a distinct feel and sound to them. "Surili Ankhiyon wale" and "Saalam Aaya" are already hit.
2010: Movies worth a watch
There are some very interesting movies lined up for 2010. With the promos for the first and second quarter already out, here is a look at some of the promising movies
Rann: This RGV film starring Amitabh Bachchan, Ritesh Deshmukh and a host of other artists focuses on the business of news reporting and social media responsibility. From the promos it looks like RGV is back with a bang with a hard hitting film.
Releasing on 29th January '10
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y Name Is Khan: Karan Johar brings together Kajol and Shahrukh Khan together after a gap of 8 years. Its a triumphant story of an unconventional hero overcoming obstacles to regain the love of his life, about Rizvan Khan who embarks on a touching and inspiring journey across America.
Rann: This RGV film starring Amitabh Bachchan, Ritesh Deshmukh and a host of other artists focuses on the business of news reporting and social media responsibility. From the promos it looks like RGV is back with a bang with a hard hitting film.
Releasing on 29th January '10
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y Name Is Khan: Karan Johar brings together Kajol and Shahrukh Khan together after a gap of 8 years. Its a triumphant story of an unconventional hero overcoming obstacles to regain the love of his life, about Rizvan Khan who embarks on a touching and inspiring journey across America. Releasing on 12thFeburary '10
Karthik Calling Karthik: After the success of Rock On and LBC Farhan Akhtar is back, this time as a producer/actor and leaving direction of Vijay Lalwani. KCK stars Farhan and Deepika Padukone in lead roles and tells the intriguing tale of how life changes for Karthik when he receives a call from someone who claims to be him.
Karthik Calling Karthik: After the success of Rock On and LBC Farhan Akhtar is back, this time as a producer/actor and leaving direction of Vijay Lalwani. KCK stars Farhan and Deepika Padukone in lead roles and tells the intriguing tale of how life changes for Karthik when he receives a call from someone who claims to be him.
Releasing on 26th Feburary '10
Rajneeti: This multi-starrer political film by Prakash Jha is based on elections in India and the lengths its contestants go win.With Katreena Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Ajay Devgan, Arjun Rampal, Nana Patekar, Manoj Bajpai, Vivek Oberoi and Naseerudin Shah in lead roles, this film is bound to create waves.
Releasing on 28th May '10
Kites: has Hrithik Roshan and Brazilian Actress Barbara Mori along with Kagana Ranaut in the lead. Kites is essentially a love story which goes beyond boundaries, barriers and cultures. This would be the first Bollywood movie which will be released in Hindi, English, Spanish simultaneously.
Releasing on 21th May '10
Releasing on 21th May '10
Rajneeti: This multi-starrer political film by Prakash Jha is based on elections in India and the lengths its contestants go win.With Katreena Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Ajay Devgan, Arjun Rampal, Nana Patekar, Manoj Bajpai, Vivek Oberoi and Naseerudin Shah in lead roles, this film is bound to create waves.
Releasing on 28th May '10
Engaged: Imran Khan & Avantika Mallik
Last year had its share of starlet weddings, this continues on 16th January 2010 brought with it the engagement of actor Imran Khan to his long time girlfriend Avantika Mallik. They met at a social gathering 7 years ago in Mumbai and have been inseparable ever since. Avantika is the daughter of TV18's head Vandana Mallik (The channel which bought rights to Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na). Mallik's farmhouse in Karjat was abuzz with the activities of the engagement ceremony. It was attended my Imran's biological father Anil Pal, Mansoor Khan, mamu Aamir with his current wife Kiran Rao and ex-wife Reena among family.Who's who of Bollywood included Karan Johar, Abhay Deol,Kunal Kapoor, Purab Kohli and Kunal Kohli - the couple wanted it to be a private affair of just few friends and family. Imran looked handsome in a black sherwani designed by none other than director turned fashion designer Karan Johar while Avantika opted for a blue Varun Bahl off-shoulder dress. With love in the air and red being the color of love, Imran gifted his fiance with a red Volkswagen Beetle - before its official launch in India.What's more their license plate numbers match with a combination of their birthdays. Cute!.
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