Movie Review of Latest Hindi Films

Bhool Bhulaiyaa - Siddharth returns to his hometown in the interiors of India. His family welcomes the US based Siddharth & his newly wed wife Avni (Vidya Balan) when they come home. But when Siddharth insists on staying in his royal ancestral mansion his family goes against him. For it was that very mansion that held in its realm, a deadly secret that had repeatedly destroyed the family for generations. The scientifically inclined Siddharth pays no heed initially but soon is forced to rethink his decision. Siddharth instinctively finds the solution in his dynamic Doctor friend Aditya (Akshay Kumar). Where did the answer lie??? The Scientific world or the Mystical one??? The puzzle had to be solved.

Johnny Gaddar - Johnny Gaddaar is a caper thriller focusing on a small section of the city’s notorious nightlife. Five men, the eldest is 60+, the youngest in his 20s. This ensemble group has their fingers in various activities. The story starts with one of the gang members Seshadri (Dharmendra) getting an offer to make a fortune in four days. All the gang members are up for it. The youngest member of the gang Vikram (Neil Mukesh) plans to disappear to some unknown city and start his own life when a devilish thought crosses his mind. What if he grabs the entire jackpot? What follows is a tale of crime and betrayal, love and murder.

Jab We Met - Aditya (Shahid Kapur), a defeated industrialist, is even more broken as the girl he loves is getting married. Unable to muster up the courage to return home and aimlessly boards a train. As destiny would have it, on the train he meets Geet (Kareena Kapoor) - a beautiful but annoyingly talkative girl, who is leaving Mumbai to go her hometown - Bhatinda. Later, she has plans of eloping with her boyfriend. Eventually, both end up missing the train and therefore begins the idyllic journey through the exuberant north Indian heartland in which this odd couple will make their way through buses and taxis and camel-carts, crossing highways and deserts and lakes, meeting all kinds of people, to reach her house in Punjab. How their separate journeys become one, forms the destination of Jab We Met, a beautiful and captivating saga of made-for-each-other love.

Yatra - In Yatra except Nana Patekar who plays Dasrath Joglekar, a writer of book Janaza, for which he's on his way to Delhi to collect an award. The story of Yatra could've developed into a fascinating screenplay, but writer/editor/director Goutam Ghose interprets it in an offbeat manner, which makes the goings-on difficult to decipher for an average moviegoer.

Ta Ra Rum Pum - The film is wonderful from the word 'action'. Different from the usual Bollywood script and clipped off of all the spicy sagas, Ta Ra Rum Pum is a not-to-be-missed venture. There's no denying that Ta Ra Rum Pum is a well-crafted fare that provides entertaining moments and also succeeds in its goal as a feel-good experience.

Life Mein Kabhie Kabhiee - raises a serious issue. It mirrors a truth you can't shut your eyes to. Most youngsters today are driven by ambition, power, greed and money and can resort to all possible shortcuts in life to realize their dreams. Vikram Bhatt narrates this aspect quite convincingly. The film also drives home one pertinent truth: You can't 'buy' happiness

Bheja Fry - Gen X film-makers are brimming with ideas. Stories that were considered abstract, experimental and out of the box are finding an audience and most importantly, an outlet [multiplexes]. Bheja Fry is one such film

Shakalaka Boom Boom - Cut the crap about the Big B - SRK rivalry being the focal point of Suneel Darshan's Shakalaka Boom Boom. It's Milos Forman's masterpiece Amadeus that Shakalaka Boom Boom borrows from.

Say Salaam India - Sometimes, small films [in terms of budget, setting, face-value] speak louder than big films. Say Salaam India is one such film! Sports-based themes aren't new to Hindi movies.

Provoked - Domestic violence is a universal issue. Provoked borrows from a real-life incident -- a woman facing physical abuse and how she decides to put an end to it. For any real-life story to leave an indelible impression, it ought to be - As hard-hitting as possible.

Delhii Heights - The current generation of working professionals leads a life very different than what it was earlier. That's the essence of Delhii Heights. But the question is, does this seemingly realistic yarn work.

The Namesake - A Mira Nair film is special! Over the years, Mira's films have won tremendous acclaim and admirers on home turf as well as on foreign soil. Although opinions and feedback to her films vary.

Namastey London - First things first! It's said that Namastey London is the 2007 adaptation of Manoj Kumar's immensely likable Purab Aur Pachhim. Sure, Namastey London is about a spoilt British girl of Indian.

Hattrick - Till the 'multiplex culture' came to India, a majority of Hindi movies packed multiple stories in those three hours. The stories were connected to one another and would culminate into one climax.

Just Married - Just Married is story about Abhay Sachdeva and Ritika Khanna are married together but are seperate in Honeymoon. Problems aur problems. On whole not a entertaining affair, Will suffer on Box Office.

Nishabd - The story of Nishabd is not unique as the subject matter has been dealt earlier.... In Nishabd, the 60-year-old man admits that he loves an 18-year-old girl. In the process, he severs ties with his wife and daughter. He wants to commit suicide subsequently, but doesn't. Conclusion: He wants to spend the remaining days of his life thinking of the tender moments he spent with the 18-year-old. Daring stuff!. Nishabd is sensitively handled. No two opinions on that! But a film like Nishabd isn't everyone's cup of tea. Amitabh Bachchan is in top form, essaying the role with complete understanding. He emotes through eyes on several occasions, which is the hallmark of an accomplished actor. Newcomer Jiah Khan is supremely confident. Loaded with attitude and sex appeal, the newcomer carries off her part with flourish. Her scenes with Bachchan are superb! On the whole, Nishabd will meet with diverse reactions thanks to its bold theme.

Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. - holds your interest at most times because of its unpredictable plotline. The stories seem straight out of life and the characters are identifiable. If you haven't encountered people with similar traits, you may've heard of them from someone for sure. On the whole, Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. is a decent entertainer that has something worthwhile to say.
 

Guru - Mani Ratnam's Guru has emerged as the clear winner and is going strong at the box office. Despite showing in its third week, it's still raking in 90 per cent collections and looks set to stay on for another couple of weeks at least. This time around, the supremely talented storyteller narrates the story of a man who starts out with nothing and becomes the premier industrialist of the country through sheer hard work and determination. There are obvious references to the late Dhirubhai Ambani.
Set in 1951, Guru tells the story of a simple but ambitious villager who moves to Turkey first and Mumbai later with his wife Sujata (Aishwarya Rai) and brother-in-law Jignesh (Arya Babbar) to fulfill his dreams.But he soon realizes that the business world is ruled by a handful of rich and influential people and for him to make his mark, he has to force his way. So the black and white sides to his character emerge. He wins many admirers but at the same time also has a few detractors. But nothing stops Guru. He seems to have an answer to every problem, which sees his meteoric rise. The film is fast paced and the several twists and turns in the screenplay keeps the viewer engrossed throughout. As one of the opening films of 2007, Guru will definitely end up on the awards list. AR Rahman's music fits in well with the film and Barso Re is already topping the charts. Coming to the performances, Abhishek Bachchan will definitely be remembered for this role. He has delivered a power packed performance. From a teenager in Turkey to the biggest entrepreneur of the country, Abhishek handles the various demands of his character with ease. Aishwarya Rai too has delivered a great performance as the wife who stands by her husband through thick and thin. There is great on-screen chemistry between the two. Mithunda impresses with his mature performance, but Vidya Balan is wasted in the film. All in all, Guru is a great film to begin the year with and is a film not to be missed.

Salaam-e-Ishq - is doing very well at the box office. There's almost 70 per cent occupancy at theatres even today and although people are finding it too long, the massive star cast is still luring them towards theatres. Plus since there are no major movies in the upcoming weeks, its a safe bet for the few weeks to come. Nikhil Advani's Salaam-e-Ishq, with a super star cast, certainly did a smart act hitting theatres last Thursday in time for the extended weekend and although the film's length made most people yawn, the timing of the launch seemed to work well at the box office

Risk - The cop-gangster-politician nexus and the Mumbai underworld is a subject that has been explored over and over again in Bollywood and Vishram Sawant's Risk is no different. Risk tells the story of an honest and upright cop Suryakant (Randeep Hooda). His focus in life is to eradicate crime from the metropolis and put an end to the rule of the don, Khalid (Vinod Khanna). But Suryakant faces several challenges on the way. Khalid wants to have absolute monopoly over the underworld and uses Suryakant to settle scores with his arch rival (Zakir Hussain). However, Suryakant has his own agenda. He eliminates Khalid's younger brother (Yashpal Sharma) and his trusted aide (Makrand Deshpande). Khalid is also arrested and deported from Thailand. The battlelines are drawn and confrontation is inevitable. In this all-out action flick, there is no place for song and dance and the track Hitchki is quite forgettable. However, the background score is good. Coming to the performances, Randeep Hooda suits the role perfectly and is the only saving grace of the film. Vinod Khanna makes a comeback of sorts with this flick but could have chosen a better role. Tanushree Dutta hardly has anything to offer and is wasted in the film. All in all, Risk in a complete waste of time and should be watched only at one's 'risk'.

Bhagam Bhag - provides ample laughter and entertainment in the final tally. After a breezy first half, you realize that there's more to Bhagam Bhag. It's not just a comic fare. It transforms into a murder mystery.Comedy is serious business and Priyadarshan has explored this genre with flourish. In Bhagam Bhag, there are ample moments that tickle your funny bone.

Aryan - doesn't generate curiosity, like one of those biggies around the corner. But the film, starring Sohail Khan in the lead and directed by actor turned director Abhishek Kapoor, takes you by complete surprise as the reels unfold. Sohail Khan portrays three diverse shades in the film -- lover boy, husband and frustrated man -- and his performance stands out all through. Aryan is a well-made film that combines style and substance beautifully.

Baabul - tackles the issue of widow re-marriage and makes a statement in a convincing manner. The film rests on three aces -- emotions, performances and execution -- which will attract the family audiences in large numbers. Baabul has its share of uppers and downers. Fortunately, the highs outnumber the lows in Baabul and what really takes the film to another level is its climax. It wouldn't be erroneous to state that the graph of the film takes a big jump in the last half-an-hour thanks to the apt culmination to the story. The penultimate reels are truly outstanding.

Kabul Express - a thriller to be precise that dares to tackle a difficult and different theme. On the whole, Kabul Express is aimed at the elite and the thinking audience. A well crafted thriller, the film has better chances at multiplexes mainly. However, the liberal usage of English and Afghani languages will restrict its appeal to urban centres in India. Kabul Express is a film with different sensibilities. It's not one of those films that depict two Indians taking on the Taliban and bashing them to pulp. It narrates the story of two Indians, one American, one Afghani and one Pakistani and what transpires in the next 48 hours. It's straight out of life and certain moments do make you get into an introspective mood.

I See You - directed by debutante Vivek Agrawal, is targeted at the multiplex junta, but right intentions don't necessarily translate into right films. I See You is a ghost story, but it doesn't belong to the Bees Saal Baad or Bhoot variety. It's not on the lines of Ramsay productions either. A love story revolving around a spirit and an ordinary mortal, the plot focuses more on humor and romance than spine chilling or tense moments.

Kudiyon Ka Hai Zamaana - boasts of some entertaining moments but has given poor show with a lame script as its main handicap. Kudiyon Ka Hai Zamaana revolves around four friends -- Mayuri [Rekha], Natasha [Vasundhara Das], Kanika [Kim Sharma] and Anjali [Mahima Chaudhary]. Even though they aren't of the same age, they have grown to be the best of friends. They keep meeting at a beauty salon where they go to pamper themselves. In between the facials, manicures and pedicures, they have become the best of friends.

Dhoom 2 -  is modeled on the lines of the chor-police sagas that Hindi films specialized in the 1970s and 1980s. In essence, it's not a path-breaking/inventive story, but what takes the film to dizzy heights is the sequence of events that unravel at a feverish pace. Right from the start of the film [Hrithik's first heist in Namibia; the robbing of a crown from a moving train] to his next target [robbing a precious diamond from a museum in Mumbai] to the theft in Jamnagar [Hrithik and Ash come face to face for the first time], the film whets your appetite from the word 'Go'. If the first hour focuses on the cat-n-mouse game, the second hour changes tracks as it transforms into a love story. While the scenes between Uday and Bipasha [in a dual role] are cute, the ones between Hrithik and Ash build up slowly. The pace drops intermittently in this hour since the thrills are reserved for the penultimate reel, but a number of worthy sequences in this half conceal this tiny blemish. On the whole, DHOOM 2 is a winner all the way. At the box-office, the film has already embarked on an earth-shattering  initial and with multiple shows being conducted at multiplexes [16/18] with inflated ticket rates, the film will set new records in days to come. For Yash Raj, who've not only produced but also distributed the film, DHOOM 2 should emerge as one of the biggest hits of their career. Blockbuster!

Apna Sapna Money Money -  Comedy filled with madcap characters in search of hidden diamonds.The comedy in the movie is juvenile and at times even childish. Yet there are some sequences that turn out to be immensely entertaining. These sequences mostly come from Ritesh Deshmukh, the young star with a very natural flair for comedy. The movie has no concrete story to write home about. Even the plot keeps veering off the track due to the presence of too many characters in the story. In this muddle, good, laughable humour flashes through intermittently, but the movie gets heavy and begins to drag as it approaches the end.

Lage Raho Munna Bhai - If there’s one movie that stands out in 2006 as being an extremely original, pure, creative, and entertaining, then it has to be called LAGE RAHO MUNNA BHAI. Arguably the best sequel in Bollywood history, LRMB goes on to prove that Rajkumar Hirani just wasn’t a fluke, and rather he was a director who knew exactly what he was doing when he made the MUNNA BHAI brand of movies.

Don - The story of new 'Don' is set in the cityscape of Kuala Lumpur, Paris and India (few portions). The don in the film operates on an international level. Shah Rukh does impress in the film. In a nutshell, Farhan Akhtar does succeed in giving a just tribute to the timeless 'Don' starring Amitabh Bachchan. Not a paisa vasool movie.

Vivah - 'Vivah' is a story of Prem (Shahid Kapoor), Poonam (Amrita Rao) and their families. Prem is a rich, trendy guy from Delhi, whereas Poonam is a simple girl from Madhupur, brought up by her loving Chacha (Alok Nath) and jealous Chachi (Seema Biswas), who hates Poonam as she is beautiful than her own daughter Chhoti (Amrita Prakash). On his father's (Anupam Kher) insistence, Prem meets Poonam. After meeting her, he finds his soul mate in her and they get engaged to get married after six months. Then starts their journey towards marriage. 'Vivah' shows those magical days of love from engagement to marriage. It shows the eagerness of a couple to get married. The emotional bonding between the characters shown by Sooraj Barjatya is wonderful.

Khosla Ka Ghosla - Mr Khosla uses up his nest-egg aka his provident fund to buy a plot of land on the outskirts of Delhi. In so doing, he stirs up a hornets’ nest: his older son (Pravin), headed for the US, doesn’t want any part of the new abode; his younger son (Ranvir), still wondering what to do with his life, is excited at the prospect; and a rapacious land grabber in the shape of Mr Khurana (Boman), who becomes Khosla’s personal squatter from hell.

Pyaar Ke Side Effects -  is a funny romantic comedy that explains the ‘relationships of today’. Casting Rahul Bose and Bollywood’s sex kitten Mallika Sherawat in her toned down avatar, director Saket Chaudhary has chosen the path of humour to narrate his story in his very first outing. Pyaar Ke Side Effects mirrors certain truths that several working people in a metropolis face. And it's this facet that forms the crux of the story.

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