List of films
International Competition for the First Feature Film of the Directors
International Competition for the First Feature Films of Directors aims at discovering and honoring new talents
in the field of direction and providing them a platform for networking with the entertainment industry.
Title
Director(s)
Sweet Evil (L'enfance du mal)
Black Field (Mavro Livadi)
Autumn (Harud)
A Stone Thrown Away (A tiro de piedra)
October (Octubre)
Michael Noer & Tobias
Lindholm
Olivier Coussemacq
Su Turhan
Vardis Marinakis
Aamir Bashir
Sebastian Hiriart
Daniel Vega & Diego
Vega
Florin Serban
If I Want to Whistle, I Whistle (Eu cand vreau sa
fluier, fluier)
Sandcastle
10. Estigmas
12. Mundane History
13. Majority
Boo Junfeng
Adán Aliaga
Babak Najafi
Anocha
Suwichakornpong
Seren Yüce
14. Vital Signs (Les Signes Vitaux)
Sophie Deraspe
Above The Cut
Above the cut will present the first feature films of extra ordinary cinematic merit which could not be included
in the competition.
Title
It's Already Summer (C'est déjà l'été)
Le Divan Du Monde
Hold Me Tight (Hold om mig)
Camping
The Killer Queen (La Tueuse)
8 Times Up (Huit fois debout)
Faith (Shahada)
There Are Things You Don’t Know (Chiz-haie
hast keh nemidani)
10. The Wanderer (Ha'Meshotet)
11. Buried Land
12. Night Catches Us
13. Don’t Be Afraid, Bi! (Bi, dung so!)
Director(s)
Martyn Maria Smits
Dominic Desjardins
Kaspar Munk
Jacob Bitsch
Rodolphe Tissot
Xabi Molia
Rusudan Pirveli
Burhan Qurbani
Fardin Saheb-Zamani
Avishai Sivan
Steven Eastwood &
Geoffrey Alan Rhodes
Tanya Hamilton
Phan Dnag Di
World Cinema
World Cinema section will showcase the best of the crop from around the world during the year. All award
winning and critically acclaimed films are invited for this section.
Title
The Lips (Los Labios)
Puzzle (Rompecabezas)
The Invisible Eye (La mirada invisible)
Van Diemen’s Land
The White Ribbon
On the Path (Na Putu)
Twice a Woman (2 fois une femme)
The Child Prodigy (L'enfant prodige)
Chongqing Blues
Aftershock
Winter Vacation
Retratos En Un Mar De Mentiras
Crab Trap (El vuelco del cangrejo)
Just Between Us (Neka Ostane Medju Nama)
Kawasaki's Rose
Mamas & Papas
A Family (Une Famille)
Submarino
The Experiment (Eksperimentet)
Oldboys
Headhunter
Above the Street Below the Water (Over Gaden
Director(s)
Iván Fund, Santiago Loza
Natalia Smirnoff
Diego Lerman
Jonathan auf der Heide
Michael Haneke
Jasmila Zbanic
François Delisle
Luc Dionne
Wang Xiaoshuai
Feng Xiaogang
Li Hongqi
Carlos Gaviria
Oscar Ruíz Navia
Rajko Grlic
Jan Hrebejk
Alice Nellis
Pernille Fischer
Christensen
Thomas Vinterberg
Louise N. D. Friedberg
Nikolaj Steen
Rumle Hammerich
Charlotte Sieling
Under Vandet)
The Snow Queen (Lumekuninganna)
Mammuth
On Tour (Tournée)
Going South (Plein Sud)
The Queen of Hearts (La Reine des Pommes)
Of Gods And Men (Des hommes et des dieux)
The Tree
Domaine
The Pack (La Meute)
Outside of the Law (Hors-la-loi)
A Screaming Man (Un homme qui crie)
Certified Copy (Copie Conforme)
Berlin, Boxhagener Platz
The Hairdresser (Die Friseuse)
Henry of Navarre (Henri 4)
Burnt By The Sun 2
Womb
The Building Manager (O Diachiristis)
Accident
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen
As You Are (Így, ahogy vagytok)
Salve (Marham)
The Orion
Kick Off
Our Life (La Nostra Vita)
Caterpillar
Confession
Sweet Little Lies
Marko Raat
Gustave de Kervern &
Benoît Delépine
Mathieu Amalric
Sébastien Lifshitz
Valérie Donzelli
Xavier Beauvois
Julie Bertuccelli
Patric Chiha
Franck Richard
Rachid Bouchareb
Mahamat-Saleh Haroun
Abbas Kiarostami
Brillante Mendoza
Matti Geschonneck
Doris Dörrie
Jo Baier
Nikita Mikhalkov
Benedek Fliegauf
Pericles Hoursoglou
Soi Cheang
Andrew Lau
Károly Makk
Alireza Davoudnejad
Zamani Esmati
Shawkat Amin Korki
Daniele Luchetti
Kôji Wakamatsu
Tetsuya Nakashima
Hitoshi Yazaki
Railways
Outrage
The Tiger Factory
Bardsongs
Russian Snark
Undertow (Contracorriente)
The Child Of The Sun (Anacbanua)
The Strange Case of Angelica
The Autobiography of Nicolae Ceausescu
(Autobiografia lui Nicolae Ceausescu)
How I Ended This Summer (Kak ya provel etim
letom)
Black Lamb (черный баран)
Memories Of A Burning Tree (Kumbukumbu za
mti uunguao)
Themba - A Boy Called Hope
Poetry
Hahaha
Mother Is A Whore
Dooman River
Bouderbala
The Mosquito Net (La mosquitera)
For 80 Days (80 egunean)
Biutiful
Monga
Tales from Kars
Yoshinari Nishikori
Takeshi Kitano
Woo Ming Jin
Sander Francken
Stephen Sinclair
Javier Fuentes-León
Christopher Q. Gozum
Manoel de Oliveira
Andrei Ujica
Alexei Popogrebsky
Roman Khrushch
Sherman Ong
Piano Girl (Deli Deli Olma)
Stefanie Sycholt
Lee Chang-dong
Hong Sang-Soo
Lee Sang Woo
Zhang Lu
Joaquin Cervera &
Barbara Belli
Agustí Vila
Jon Garaño & José Mari
Goenaga
Alejandro Gonzalez
Inarritu
Doze Niu
Özcan Alper
(Motoguzzi), Ülkü
Oktay (Zilo), Emre Akay
(Küçük Bir Hakikat),
Ahu Öztürk (Açık Yara),
Zehra Derya Koç (Kül)
Murat Saraçoglu
Another Year
Mike Leigh
Route Irish
Everything Must Go
Bunraku
I Miss You (Te Extrano)
Letters to Juliet
Some Where
The Social Network
The Inside Job
Christina
Winter’s Bone
The Company Men
The Infidel
The Land Of The Astronauts
Ken Loach
Dan Rush
Guy Moshe
Fabián Hofman
Gary Winick
Sofia Carmina Coppola
David Fincher
Charles Ferguson
Rob Epstein
Larry Brand
Debra Granik
John Wells
Josh Appignanesi
Carl Colpaert
The Real Reel
Reel Real will show case a selection of the best feature length documentary films from around the world
which carry strong opinions on issues concerning our social lives, human nature and many other topics.
Title
My Letter to Pippa (Pippa'ya Mektubum)
Water wars
Kick In Iran
Next Year in Bombay
Budrus
The Border (Hranica)
Once Upon A Time Proletarian: 12 Tales of a
Country (Women Cengjing de Wuchanzhe)
Think Global, Act Rural
Little Alien
12 Angry Lebanese
Nostalgia For The Light (Nostalgia de la luz)
All My Mothers (Hamey-e Madaran-e Man)
We Are Half of Iran’s Population
Park Mark
Living in Emergency: Stories of Doctors Without
Borders
Mugabe And The White African
Me And Nuri Bala (Ben ve Nuri Bala)
Open Sky
Two In The Wave
The Oath
Last Train Home
Director(s)
Bingol Elmas
Jim Burroughs
Fatima Abdollahyan
Jonas Parienté &
Mathias Mangin
Julia Bacha
Jaroslav Vojtek
Xiaolu Guo
Coline Serreau
Nina Kusturica
Zeina Daccache
Patricio Guzman
Ebrahim Saeedi & Zahavi
Sanjavi
Rakhshan Bani-Etemad
Baktash Abtin
Mark N. Hopkins
Andrew Thompson &
Lucy Bailey
Melisa Önel
Ines Compan
Emmanuel Leurent
Laura Poitras
Lixin Fan
Celebration of Japanese Cinema
“Celebration of Japanese Cinema” a collection of pristine 35MM prints --- classic as well as contemporary ---
will be screened providing festival-goers with an unparalleled opportunity to choose from an array of films from
one of the most vibrant national cinemas. This extraordinary showcase is being co-organized in collaboration
with the Consulate General of Japan in Mumbai and The Japan Foundation.
Title
The Professor and his beloved Equation
United Red Army
Te o tsunagu ko ra
The Paltry Ronin Forces his way through
The Outcast
Fight, Zatoichi, Fight
The Tycoon
Children Hand in Hand
The naked Island
The Yotsuya Ghost Story on the Tokaido
Juvenile Jungle
Branded to Kill
Sad Vacation
Woman of the mist
The story of Last Chrysanthemums
Warm Current
The Human Condition I (Part1-2)
The Human Condition II(Part3-4)
The Sun's Burial
The Human Condition Ⅲ(part5-6)
Immortal Love
Akitsu Springs
Pale Flower
The Sting of Death
Boiling Point
Face
Departure
About Her Brother (Otôto)
Sway (Yureru)
Nobody Knows
Crows Zero
In search of Mother
A Fugitive from the Past
Zegen
Under the Flag of the Rising Sun
Humanity and Paper baloon
Until the Day we meet again
When a woman ascends the stairs
The End of Summer
Pastoral Hide and Seek
No regrets for our youth
Bright Future
The Friends
Special screening of Ran
(The film will be presented by Akira Kurosawa’s chief assistant director Takashi Koizumi).
12th Mumbai Film Festival
October 21st to 28th 2010
Indian Frame
Title
Virgin Goat
Iti Mrinalini
I Am Kalam
Riding The Stallion Of A Dream (Kanasemba
Kudureyaneri)
The Way Home (Veettilekkulla Vazhi)
Director(s)
Murali Nair
Aparna Sen
Nila Madhab Panda
Girish Kasarvalli
Dr. Biju
Ayirathil Oruvan
Memories In March
Semshook
Selvaraghavan
Sanjay Nag
Siddhartha A. Kumar
New Faces in Indian Cinema
Title
Director(s)
Good Morning Good Night
Tripping on a Bicycle
The Untitled Kartik Krishnan Project
Sudish Kamath
Dir.: Nallamuthu
Srinivas Sunderrajan
Burzwagaman - Biography Of A Farmer
(Burzwagaman - Shetkaryachi Atmakatha)
Hitendra Upasani
Film India Worldwide
When Harry Tries To Marry
Dir.: Nayan Padrai (USA-India / 2009 / 35mm / Col. / 101')
The Sound of Mumbai: A Musical (Documentary)
Dir.: Sarah McCarthy (UK / 2010 / Col. / 65')
De Nova...The Road Less Trodden
Dir.: Swabri Abdul Khader (India-Malayalam / 2010 / Digital / Col. / 80:4')
Dir.: Shailaja Gupta (USA / 2010 / 35mm / Col. / 97')
Special Screening
Metropolis – Silent film Restored version
Throw of Dice – Silent film Restored version
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Happy Birthday Ranbir Kapoor
Posted on September 27th: Ranbir Kapoor celebrates his birthday on September 28th. All the RK fans, share your thoughts and impressions about Ranbir. What's your favourite Ranbir film? Share the video links of your favourite RK film scenes? Is RK a superstar or there is still some distance to go? With which actress does RK make the best pair...is it Priyanka, Deepika, Katrina, Sonam, Minisha, Bipasha, Konkona? With which actress would you want RK to be paired with? Which genre is RK best at...romance, drama, suspense, comedy? Can RK do action very well too? Which are the directors with which you'd want RK to work with? Have you made a card for RK's birthday...share the link...what message do you have for RK on his birthday. Will share the best responses in a blog post tomorrow morning. But let me make it clear that I am NOT sending this to Ranbir. This is only for YOU guys.
Posted on September 28th: Well, today is Ranbir Kapoor's birthday. Many of his fans wanted us to do a Meet N Greet with him. We really made the best possible efforts but it didn't happen. I interviewed Ranbir for the first time before 'Wake Up Sid'. First thing that endears about RK is his humility. Over a period of time I interviewed him several times and each time, his humility was one of the most notable aspects about his persona.
It goes without saying that Ranbir is a very fine actor. A complete package. For he can do dramatic stuff with utmost competence, is fantastic with comedy, dances extremely well and can maturely pull off complex roles as the one in Raajneeti with ease. He is an actor who note only strives for commercial success, he also goes the extra distance to hone his acting skills.
He is a smart guy for diplomacy comes naturally to him. And politically correct answers fly off in abundance. It is not easy to get a controversial byte out of him as he's careful while talking. I saw him interact with his fans during one of his Meet N Greet with Bollywood Hungama contest winners and its apparent he gives a lot of importance to his fans. He was funny, easy and very comfortable with them giving them a lot of time. Here's wishing him lots of happiness and success in the years ahead. As promised, find out what his fans have to say about him and keep putting in your thoughts in the Comments section. Cheers!
1) @Bellaranig
@Faridoon_S I never really liked Ranbir but seeing him in AA promotions.I've really liked him. he seems so fun n down to earth.AA looks good. I really think that he is a decent actor n movies I liked best was Wake up sid n Rocket Singh. Didn't like APGK or Saawariya. Also, didn't enjoy Rajneeti. But, I think he has potential. I find that he doesn't take him self seriously.A free actor that way. Praying the best for AA and of course I think he looks the best with PC. Their energies match :) I wish RK a very happy birthday and all the very best for the super duper success for AA :)
2) @flawedsoul
@Faridoon_S He has milesss to go before becoming a superstar in the true sense. I don't think he's reached that stage yet. But I think he's shown capabilities in WUS, Rocket Singh and Rajneeti. And AA is his first movie that I'm actually excited about. But that's probably cuz I'm a PC fan...but he's looking good in AA. And he looks best with PC! I hope AA does extremely well, so that it doubles the happiness of his birthday week!
3) @Ingrid_Diwali said:
@Faridoon_S Ranbir reminds me of his grandfather Raj, and I'm sure he'll take the heritage Prithviraj-Raj-Rishi successfully further. I don't care whether he's a star or a superstar - stars come and fade again. But actors remain forever. And Ranbir is a great actor and I'm very curious to see whether he once will be a great director and producer too like his legendary grandfather. After all I've seen from and read about him I'm sure he has it in him. All the best, Ranbir, and never let you press down from too many expactations or influence by people who prefer the quick fame and stardom - go your way, remain grounded and be sure I'll be with you. Happy Birthday. :)
4) @iam_ns
@Faridoon_S i am big fan ranbir after saawariya. can u ask him. is he plannin to cum New Zealand anytym soon? luv u alot rk. u rocks
5) @AsSi_MoOnLiGhT
@Faridoon_S I M NOT HIS FAN BT HAN I LYK HIM...N MY B'DAY WISH 4 HIM..MAY HE LIVE LONG WITH LOADS OF HAPPINESS..TK CR..:)))))
6) @RK_selBieber
@Faridoon_S hey sir i luv him so much plz convey him my mssg. Happy bday rk i luv u n may god blessu im havin a party tmrw..i mean im gona make smthn(cake)fr d frst time. i hope i cud celebrate ur 29th bday wid u inshallah and btw tmrw is my bday 2 i mean frm urdu calendar...see true luv
7) @aury_941 said:
@Faridoon_S
Happy B-day Ranbir!
well i like him 'cause i think is a very good actor. the best part of his career was "saawariya" 'cause started with an amazing movie but in the same time difficult for a new entry but "kapoor genes" are more strong :) i mean he was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G in that movie and for me he will be always the same " raj " for long long time. i like so much BAH,APKGK, Sawaariya.
i'd love see him with kareena kapoor 'cause see on-screen 2 "kapoor genes". ( will be better see a interesting movie than a movie with the same people)
my fav. songs :
Jab Se Tere Naina - this song is so sweet and he's gr8 about being protagonist of the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MORA7Bq82c
Tu jaane na (Remix) - he's so romantic!
Bachna Ae Haseeno title song - gr8!
AUGURI RK !!! :D
8) @DabanggAziz
@Faridoon_S Ranbir had 2blockbusters(coz of Katrina`s midas touch),2hits n 2flops...More 2 hits then he will become a supesrtar i guess.... .waise Happy birthday 2 Ranbir..fav film to nahi but fav scene wud definitely be http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMTKI9xgzhg
9) @turkish_fan
@Faridoon_S Wishing a great & happy Bday 2our sweetest Ranbir! This a gift to him http://twitpic.com/2pdldn Fanmade,really hope he like it:) really hope he like the siggi... its him with our fav actress... =) =) Allah alwayss bless Ranbir, he is 1 of the best actor!
10) @Shahid_Fan
@Faridoon_s heres wishing ranbir a very very happy birthday. Good luck to him and hope AA is a hit. Hope he has a great year and love :)
11) @Lensahunte08
@Faridoon_S Happy Birthday to Ranbir! He is def the next superstar! He is reaching there, but not quite yet! Fav film: Wake Up Sid! As far as acting, Ranbir has a long way to go! He is good and and charismatic on screen! He is very lovable though!
12) @IYer209
@Faridoon_S Wish the cute, talented Ranbir a very happy birthday n many more prosperous yrs 2 come. He's already a star n climbing fast. :)
13) @Ranshita
@Faridoon_S i Love rK nd love al his scenes,his most fav is bips nd his scene in d lift bah,hotness
14) @with_an_idea
@Faridoon_S Ranbir and Katrina definitely make the best onscreen pair and personally my fav film APKGK coz im into comedies. I just realised that I actually like every Ranbir film, coz he's outstanding in serious roles like Raajneeti.
15) @iamtanvi
@Faridoon_S I’ve liked Ranbir from the start. He can slip into any character and is very easy on screen. He looks great with Deepika and PC! Love how he interacts with fans! He’s so sweet and down to earth. He’s a favourite and definitely has superstar potential! :)
16) @princesssosweet
@Faridoon_S hiiiiiiii sir i m very much happi today bcoz its my dream boy bthday !!! pls wish him 4m my side happi bthday 2 ranbir :) sir i m really mad abt ranbir hope my wishes wil reach 2 him :)
17) @Udita Madan UditaMadan
@Faridoon_S A very happy birthday to Ranbir! Wishing him lots of happiness & prosperity in life! :) Love him!
Posted on September 28th: Well, today is Ranbir Kapoor's birthday. Many of his fans wanted us to do a Meet N Greet with him. We really made the best possible efforts but it didn't happen. I interviewed Ranbir for the first time before 'Wake Up Sid'. First thing that endears about RK is his humility. Over a period of time I interviewed him several times and each time, his humility was one of the most notable aspects about his persona.
It goes without saying that Ranbir is a very fine actor. A complete package. For he can do dramatic stuff with utmost competence, is fantastic with comedy, dances extremely well and can maturely pull off complex roles as the one in Raajneeti with ease. He is an actor who note only strives for commercial success, he also goes the extra distance to hone his acting skills.
He is a smart guy for diplomacy comes naturally to him. And politically correct answers fly off in abundance. It is not easy to get a controversial byte out of him as he's careful while talking. I saw him interact with his fans during one of his Meet N Greet with Bollywood Hungama contest winners and its apparent he gives a lot of importance to his fans. He was funny, easy and very comfortable with them giving them a lot of time. Here's wishing him lots of happiness and success in the years ahead. As promised, find out what his fans have to say about him and keep putting in your thoughts in the Comments section. Cheers!
1) @Bellaranig
@Faridoon_S I never really liked Ranbir but seeing him in AA promotions.I've really liked him. he seems so fun n down to earth.AA looks good. I really think that he is a decent actor n movies I liked best was Wake up sid n Rocket Singh. Didn't like APGK or Saawariya. Also, didn't enjoy Rajneeti. But, I think he has potential. I find that he doesn't take him self seriously.A free actor that way. Praying the best for AA and of course I think he looks the best with PC. Their energies match :) I wish RK a very happy birthday and all the very best for the super duper success for AA :)
2) @flawedsoul
@Faridoon_S He has milesss to go before becoming a superstar in the true sense. I don't think he's reached that stage yet. But I think he's shown capabilities in WUS, Rocket Singh and Rajneeti. And AA is his first movie that I'm actually excited about. But that's probably cuz I'm a PC fan...but he's looking good in AA. And he looks best with PC! I hope AA does extremely well, so that it doubles the happiness of his birthday week!
3) @Ingrid_Diwali said:
@Faridoon_S Ranbir reminds me of his grandfather Raj, and I'm sure he'll take the heritage Prithviraj-Raj-Rishi successfully further. I don't care whether he's a star or a superstar - stars come and fade again. But actors remain forever. And Ranbir is a great actor and I'm very curious to see whether he once will be a great director and producer too like his legendary grandfather. After all I've seen from and read about him I'm sure he has it in him. All the best, Ranbir, and never let you press down from too many expactations or influence by people who prefer the quick fame and stardom - go your way, remain grounded and be sure I'll be with you. Happy Birthday. :)
4) @iam_ns
@Faridoon_S i am big fan ranbir after saawariya. can u ask him. is he plannin to cum New Zealand anytym soon? luv u alot rk. u rocks
5) @AsSi_MoOnLiGhT
@Faridoon_S I M NOT HIS FAN BT HAN I LYK HIM...N MY B'DAY WISH 4 HIM..MAY HE LIVE LONG WITH LOADS OF HAPPINESS..TK CR..:)))))
6) @RK_selBieber
@Faridoon_S hey sir i luv him so much plz convey him my mssg. Happy bday rk i luv u n may god blessu im havin a party tmrw..i mean im gona make smthn(cake)fr d frst time. i hope i cud celebrate ur 29th bday wid u inshallah and btw tmrw is my bday 2 i mean frm urdu calendar...see true luv
7) @aury_941 said:
@Faridoon_S
Happy B-day Ranbir!
well i like him 'cause i think is a very good actor. the best part of his career was "saawariya" 'cause started with an amazing movie but in the same time difficult for a new entry but "kapoor genes" are more strong :) i mean he was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G in that movie and for me he will be always the same " raj " for long long time. i like so much BAH,APKGK, Sawaariya.
i'd love see him with kareena kapoor 'cause see on-screen 2 "kapoor genes". ( will be better see a interesting movie than a movie with the same people)
my fav. songs :
Jab Se Tere Naina - this song is so sweet and he's gr8 about being protagonist of the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5MORA7Bq82c
Tu jaane na (Remix) - he's so romantic!
Bachna Ae Haseeno title song - gr8!
AUGURI RK !!! :D
8) @DabanggAziz
@Faridoon_S Ranbir had 2blockbusters(coz of Katrina`s midas touch),2hits n 2flops...More 2 hits then he will become a supesrtar i guess.... .waise Happy birthday 2 Ranbir..fav film to nahi but fav scene wud definitely be http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMTKI9xgzhg
9) @turkish_fan
@Faridoon_S Wishing a great & happy Bday 2our sweetest Ranbir! This a gift to him http://twitpic.com/2pdldn Fanmade,really hope he like it:) really hope he like the siggi... its him with our fav actress... =) =) Allah alwayss bless Ranbir, he is 1 of the best actor!
10) @Shahid_Fan
@Faridoon_s heres wishing ranbir a very very happy birthday. Good luck to him and hope AA is a hit. Hope he has a great year and love :)
11) @Lensahunte08
@Faridoon_S Happy Birthday to Ranbir! He is def the next superstar! He is reaching there, but not quite yet! Fav film: Wake Up Sid! As far as acting, Ranbir has a long way to go! He is good and and charismatic on screen! He is very lovable though!
12) @IYer209
@Faridoon_S Wish the cute, talented Ranbir a very happy birthday n many more prosperous yrs 2 come. He's already a star n climbing fast. :)
13) @Ranshita
@Faridoon_S i Love rK nd love al his scenes,his most fav is bips nd his scene in d lift bah,hotness
14) @with_an_idea
@Faridoon_S Ranbir and Katrina definitely make the best onscreen pair and personally my fav film APKGK coz im into comedies. I just realised that I actually like every Ranbir film, coz he's outstanding in serious roles like Raajneeti.
15) @iamtanvi
@Faridoon_S I’ve liked Ranbir from the start. He can slip into any character and is very easy on screen. He looks great with Deepika and PC! Love how he interacts with fans! He’s so sweet and down to earth. He’s a favourite and definitely has superstar potential! :)
16) @princesssosweet
@Faridoon_S hiiiiiiii sir i m very much happi today bcoz its my dream boy bthday !!! pls wish him 4m my side happi bthday 2 ranbir :) sir i m really mad abt ranbir hope my wishes wil reach 2 him :)
17) @Udita Madan UditaMadan
@Faridoon_S A very happy birthday to Ranbir! Wishing him lots of happiness & prosperity in life! :) Love him!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Raavan And Ravanan To Be Screened At Various Film Festivals
Here's an official press release to state the various festivals that Mani Rathnam's Raavan n Ravanan will be screened in the coming days
Mani Ratnam’s Raavan & Raavanan a big hit in film festivals &
has invitation from 9 festivals for screening
Mani Ratnam has just returned from Venice after receiving the “jaeger-le coultre - glory to the filmmaker award” where his Raavan & Raavanan won him much appreciation and a standing ovation from the 600 strong special delegates audience. He is also the sole Indian to ever be awarded this prestigious award.
But looking at the impressive lineup of invites from international and prestigious festivakls for the films its clear that raavan and raavanan is a critical hit worldwide.
After Venice is the PUSAN International Film Festival in South Korea (Oct 7th to 15th 2010) where both the films will be screened.
The others festivals where the Mani Ratnam film in both or either version will be showcased are the following :
SITGES Film Festival, Spain (Oct 7th to 17th 2010) - Spanish Premier - Raavan (Hindi)
Mostra De Valencia, Spain (Oct 15th to 23rd 2010) - Action Section (Competition Section) - Raavan (Hindi)
MONTREAL-INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF NEW CINEMA, Canada (Oct 13th to 24th 2010) - Canadian Premier - Raavanan (Tamil)
Tokyo International Film Festival, Japan (Oct 23rd to 31st 2010) - Winds of Asia-Middle East Section - Raavan (Hindi)
Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council Film Festiva, New York (Nov 12th 2010) - New York Premier - Raavanan (Tamil)
Asia Pacific Screen Awards, Australia (Dec 2nd 2010) - Competition Section - Raavan (Hindi)
International Film Festival, Goa - Indian Panaroma Section - Raavanan (Tamil)
Mani Ratnam’s Raavan & Raavanan a big hit in film festivals &
has invitation from 9 festivals for screening
Mani Ratnam has just returned from Venice after receiving the “jaeger-le coultre - glory to the filmmaker award” where his Raavan & Raavanan won him much appreciation and a standing ovation from the 600 strong special delegates audience. He is also the sole Indian to ever be awarded this prestigious award.
But looking at the impressive lineup of invites from international and prestigious festivakls for the films its clear that raavan and raavanan is a critical hit worldwide.
After Venice is the PUSAN International Film Festival in South Korea (Oct 7th to 15th 2010) where both the films will be screened.
The others festivals where the Mani Ratnam film in both or either version will be showcased are the following :
SITGES Film Festival, Spain (Oct 7th to 17th 2010) - Spanish Premier - Raavan (Hindi)
Mostra De Valencia, Spain (Oct 15th to 23rd 2010) - Action Section (Competition Section) - Raavan (Hindi)
MONTREAL-INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF NEW CINEMA, Canada (Oct 13th to 24th 2010) - Canadian Premier - Raavanan (Tamil)
Tokyo International Film Festival, Japan (Oct 23rd to 31st 2010) - Winds of Asia-Middle East Section - Raavan (Hindi)
Mahindra Indo-American Arts Council Film Festiva, New York (Nov 12th 2010) - New York Premier - Raavanan (Tamil)
Asia Pacific Screen Awards, Australia (Dec 2nd 2010) - Competition Section - Raavan (Hindi)
International Film Festival, Goa - Indian Panaroma Section - Raavanan (Tamil)
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Who's The Best Action Hero In Bollywood?
Posted On September 25th: So, who's the most daring of Action Heroes in recent times? Is it Salman Khan (Dabangg, Wanted, Veer), Hrithik Roshan (Dhoom 2, Jodha Akbar, Krrish), Vivek Oberoi (Shootout At Lokhandwala, Prince), Shahrukh Khan (Don), Aamir Khan (Ghajini), Akshay Kumar (Singh Is Kinng), Saif Ali Khan (Race), Sanjay Dutt (Zinda) or Shahid Kapoor (Kaminey)? Or is someone else? Share your thoughts and substantiate your claim with video links of your favourite action sequences. But make sure that you choose from films post 2005 so that we can assess the action heroes of recent times. I shall pick the best answers and include it on a Blog Post on Monday morning...Time for some 'Action' folks :)
Posted on September 27th: Well, I have tried to include all of the tweets that I've received on 'Who's The Best Action Hero In Bollywood Since 2005?' in this blog post. Let me make it clear that I've taken responses ONLY from people who are following me on Twitter and no where else. It is quite apparent that Salman Khan's 'Dabangg' wave is super strong as he emerges to be a clear favourite. There are many answers in the Comments section as well so do check them out. You guys can continue posting your views in the Comments section.
1) @cukkdooocooo616
@Faridoon_S Well i think Vivek Oberoi is definately the Best Action Hero...since 2005. (Shootout At Lokhandwala and Prince)
Shootout At Lokhandwala was one of the amazing performances of VO as an action hero. He potrayed a real-life character and delivered some superb action scenes which were daring and looked as if he was the real Maya himself :) He brought out that negative streak so well with great intensity. Loved VO in SOAL!
Link of my fav scene from SOAL---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UArNiCAx8dc&feature=related
Prince was a very fab movie which had him perform extreme action sequences, taking action into a new level. He did some daredevil stunts like hanging off a chopper at 8000 ft. high in the air, jumping from a 32 storey building from a ramp kept across another 28 storey building with 60ft main Durban road in between. And moreover skateboarding where he was going on the opp direction with cars coming from the other side...without a head gear. This was very risky as on losing the grip one can fall backwards and hurt the head. Also fighting on an upturned SUV in the midst of raging river rapid in the Himalayan ranges...some very unique and dangerous action scenes. He was awesome as an action hero as he was able to pull off all these phenomenal stunts all by himself without using a body double.
Link of the amazing extreme action scequences in Prince---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0dVxk-c__c
Really he potrays every character be it of any genre with true dedication, hardwork and brings out the bestest of himself :) VO is an Amaaazing person!!! :)
~~~ Falguni
2) @iHRColombia
@Faridoon_S the best action Hero is Hrithik!!
3) @iTriisha
@Faridoon_S Hrithik Roshan. No doubt on that. He is not only the Best action hero but is the best actor for any kind of movies
4) @rahulnsingh
@Faridoon_S I think SRK is probably the best in sophisticated action sequences. While Salman is best for the OTT action scenes.
5) @fearlesssoul
@Faridoon_S Faridoon bhai. Ye kaisa ek tarfa topic chunliya. Obviously Salman Khan. Aapko 2010 se poochna tha atleast. competition hota
6) @Fatemeh__
@Faridoon_S Shahid Kapoor and Vivek Oberoi
7) @m_a_ali5
@Faridoon_S Tie between Sanjay + Salman, Sanjay an edge higher.
8) @isharkface
@Faridoon_S Salman khan hands down for me :))
9) @aury_941
@Faridoon_S best action hero:Akshay Kumar. all we know what he can make ;) . Singh is kingg,tashan,CC2C ecc. wow :D #1 one and only
10) @cuteshrishti
@Faridoon_S ok my shahid & sallu were bst in action
11) @tk_towhid
@Faridoon_S best action hero is salman loved him in dabaang after him i guess akshay hes cool! :)
12) @PinkyloveSRK
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK
13) @sashamylove
@Faridoon_S i cn only c salman in this who did action
14) @SRK_FRK
@Faridoon_S srk don
15) @sashamylove
@Faridoon_S its salman dabang was awsome sorry @shahidkapoor
16) @Srk_Fan25
@Faridoon_S..Srk rocked in Don..Since Hrithik has done Dhoom 2 and Krrish..He became a stylish man..
17) @HaneenAliKhan
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK & always SRK
18) @salmanmyjaan
@Faridoon_S Undoubtely Salman is really the LAST ACTION HERO as mentioned n DABANGG trailor too..his expressions n action looks real..
19) @dagnyfan
@Faridoon_S John Abraham in NY. Makes me realize he should do more as I think it would suit him perfectly! Action hero material for sure!!
20) @rube80
@Faridoon_S IMO Akhshay is the best Indian action hero but lately he's mostly done comedies! Films like Wanted, Dabangg & even Veer r very very good in terms of action!l, hence post 2005 it's undoubtedly Salman
21) @with_an_idea
@Faridoon_S I guess it's Salman for the moment because I like raw action and Wanted and Dabangg action sequences are definitely raw
22) @aishwarya21fan
@Faridoon_S Best Action Hero :Hrithik ( Dhoom 2 + Jodhaa Akbar )!:)
23) @salmanxsonakshi
@Faridoon_S Salman Khan is da real and onli action hero
24) @saylove143
@Faridoon_S the best action star is undoubtedly Salman khan..
25) @DanielaXII
@Faridoon_S There haven´t been any good action movie in BW lately. A good sport movie would be Lahore. SI boys would kick BW a....! 4 gud action you need well prepared actor, stuntmaster, director who knows how to film it & good editor. BW missing some of them
26) @Thea Galdava Thekobeko
@Faridoon_S Salman from wanted, veer, Dabbangg (Karanarjun, Veergati, tumko na bhool payenge etc.)
27) @Salmankhanplace
@Faridoon_S Kamal Kartai Hu Bhai Faridoon ofcourse Salman Ji unkai Match Ka Koye Nahi Hai Baab
28) @chan497
@Faridoon_S @Ajaydevgn the real Action hero
29) @Bein_HriThiKiaN
@Faridoon_S Hrithik hrithik hrithik
30) @swathifirst
@Faridoon_S its salman khan for sure..
31) @akidiott
@Faridoon_S hahahahah funny man, i think Salman is great in action nowadays
32) @ShaimaSK
@Faridoon_S Faridoon bro ofcourse Salman is the best action hero, can't 4get Wanted, Veerghati, Karan Arjun, Dabangg and other super movies
33) @iAnuj_Hrithik
@Faridoon_S u missed the biggest action hero of the decade!! Yep,thats hrithik,in 2006 he acted in movies lyk krrish,D2 and in 2008 in JA!
34) @iam_ellie
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK!!! best actor since 20 years haha @iamsrk :)
35) @AnnelieseMareia
@Faridoon_S It's clear ... @iamsrk in DON
36) @reachpraty
@Faridoon_S salman is the best action hero
37) @SaanjT
@Faridoon_S Shahid ofcourse lol after kaminey :)
38) @radhiah94
@Faridoon_S do it.. so the best action hero for me goes to Shahid Kapoor for his brilliant performance in Kaminey:) love you shahid!!
39) @DabanggAziz
@Faridoon_S Obviously "SALMAN KHAN" 4 portrayin Radhe,Veer n my fav Chulbul robinhood Pandey in his unique panache..No comparisions at all.
40) @BeinG_HriThiKiaN Bein_HriThiKiaN
@Faridoon_S Hrithik roshan. No doubt in that
41) @ingrid diwali I wouldn't name Sanjay Dutt for Zinda but for Dus, Shootout At Lokhandwala and hopefully soon for Knock Out http://bit.ly/9FN9tf
42) @hrithikdbest
@Faridoon_S Hrithik Roshan for #Krrish #Dhoom2.He performed the most dare devil stunt in these films. Even in JA Hrithik's sword fighting scene was mindblowing. Such action only he can performed. Hrithik is the best.
43) @UsmanSolo
@Faridoon_S No doubt is Salman Dabaang!
44) @nicekp4u
@Faridoon_S Shahrukh khan for DON .. (fav scene => mujhe uske joote pasand nahi aaye) ;) The most stylish and dynamic action hero, DON , whose every action and looks were unique and smart with smart thinking @iamsrk
45) @HaneenAliKhan
@Faridoon_S the Best Action Hero since 2005 #SRK @iamsrk 4 sure
46) @Srk_Fan25
@Faridoon_S..Srk (Don) Hrithik (Krrish) (Dhoom2)
47) @Atharluvsrk
@Faridoon_S SHah RUuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuukh @iamsrk :)
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Posted on September 27th: Well, I have tried to include all of the tweets that I've received on 'Who's The Best Action Hero In Bollywood Since 2005?' in this blog post. Let me make it clear that I've taken responses ONLY from people who are following me on Twitter and no where else. It is quite apparent that Salman Khan's 'Dabangg' wave is super strong as he emerges to be a clear favourite. There are many answers in the Comments section as well so do check them out. You guys can continue posting your views in the Comments section.
1) @cukkdooocooo616
@Faridoon_S Well i think Vivek Oberoi is definately the Best Action Hero...since 2005. (Shootout At Lokhandwala and Prince)
Shootout At Lokhandwala was one of the amazing performances of VO as an action hero. He potrayed a real-life character and delivered some superb action scenes which were daring and looked as if he was the real Maya himself :) He brought out that negative streak so well with great intensity. Loved VO in SOAL!
Link of my fav scene from SOAL---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UArNiCAx8dc&feature=related
Prince was a very fab movie which had him perform extreme action sequences, taking action into a new level. He did some daredevil stunts like hanging off a chopper at 8000 ft. high in the air, jumping from a 32 storey building from a ramp kept across another 28 storey building with 60ft main Durban road in between. And moreover skateboarding where he was going on the opp direction with cars coming from the other side...without a head gear. This was very risky as on losing the grip one can fall backwards and hurt the head. Also fighting on an upturned SUV in the midst of raging river rapid in the Himalayan ranges...some very unique and dangerous action scenes. He was awesome as an action hero as he was able to pull off all these phenomenal stunts all by himself without using a body double.
Link of the amazing extreme action scequences in Prince---> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0dVxk-c__c
Really he potrays every character be it of any genre with true dedication, hardwork and brings out the bestest of himself :) VO is an Amaaazing person!!! :)
~~~ Falguni
2) @iHRColombia
@Faridoon_S the best action Hero is Hrithik!!
3) @iTriisha
@Faridoon_S Hrithik Roshan. No doubt on that. He is not only the Best action hero but is the best actor for any kind of movies
4) @rahulnsingh
@Faridoon_S I think SRK is probably the best in sophisticated action sequences. While Salman is best for the OTT action scenes.
5) @fearlesssoul
@Faridoon_S Faridoon bhai. Ye kaisa ek tarfa topic chunliya. Obviously Salman Khan. Aapko 2010 se poochna tha atleast. competition hota
6) @Fatemeh__
@Faridoon_S Shahid Kapoor and Vivek Oberoi
7) @m_a_ali5
@Faridoon_S Tie between Sanjay + Salman, Sanjay an edge higher.
8) @isharkface
@Faridoon_S Salman khan hands down for me :))
9) @aury_941
@Faridoon_S best action hero:Akshay Kumar. all we know what he can make ;) . Singh is kingg,tashan,CC2C ecc. wow :D #1 one and only
10) @cuteshrishti
@Faridoon_S ok my shahid & sallu were bst in action
11) @tk_towhid
@Faridoon_S best action hero is salman loved him in dabaang after him i guess akshay hes cool! :)
12) @PinkyloveSRK
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK
13) @sashamylove
@Faridoon_S i cn only c salman in this who did action
14) @SRK_FRK
@Faridoon_S srk don
15) @sashamylove
@Faridoon_S its salman dabang was awsome sorry @shahidkapoor
16) @Srk_Fan25
@Faridoon_S..Srk rocked in Don..Since Hrithik has done Dhoom 2 and Krrish..He became a stylish man..
17) @HaneenAliKhan
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK & always SRK
18) @salmanmyjaan
@Faridoon_S Undoubtely Salman is really the LAST ACTION HERO as mentioned n DABANGG trailor too..his expressions n action looks real..
19) @dagnyfan
@Faridoon_S John Abraham in NY. Makes me realize he should do more as I think it would suit him perfectly! Action hero material for sure!!
20) @rube80
@Faridoon_S IMO Akhshay is the best Indian action hero but lately he's mostly done comedies! Films like Wanted, Dabangg & even Veer r very very good in terms of action!l, hence post 2005 it's undoubtedly Salman
21) @with_an_idea
@Faridoon_S I guess it's Salman for the moment because I like raw action and Wanted and Dabangg action sequences are definitely raw
22) @aishwarya21fan
@Faridoon_S Best Action Hero :Hrithik ( Dhoom 2 + Jodhaa Akbar )!:)
23) @salmanxsonakshi
@Faridoon_S Salman Khan is da real and onli action hero
24) @saylove143
@Faridoon_S the best action star is undoubtedly Salman khan..
25) @DanielaXII
@Faridoon_S There haven´t been any good action movie in BW lately. A good sport movie would be Lahore. SI boys would kick BW a....! 4 gud action you need well prepared actor, stuntmaster, director who knows how to film it & good editor. BW missing some of them
26) @Thea Galdava Thekobeko
@Faridoon_S Salman from wanted, veer, Dabbangg (Karanarjun, Veergati, tumko na bhool payenge etc.)
27) @Salmankhanplace
@Faridoon_S Kamal Kartai Hu Bhai Faridoon ofcourse Salman Ji unkai Match Ka Koye Nahi Hai Baab
28) @chan497
@Faridoon_S @Ajaydevgn the real Action hero
29) @Bein_HriThiKiaN
@Faridoon_S Hrithik hrithik hrithik
30) @swathifirst
@Faridoon_S its salman khan for sure..
31) @akidiott
@Faridoon_S hahahahah funny man, i think Salman is great in action nowadays
32) @ShaimaSK
@Faridoon_S Faridoon bro ofcourse Salman is the best action hero, can't 4get Wanted, Veerghati, Karan Arjun, Dabangg and other super movies
33) @iAnuj_Hrithik
@Faridoon_S u missed the biggest action hero of the decade!! Yep,thats hrithik,in 2006 he acted in movies lyk krrish,D2 and in 2008 in JA!
34) @iam_ellie
@Faridoon_S SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK SRK!!! best actor since 20 years haha @iamsrk :)
35) @AnnelieseMareia
@Faridoon_S It's clear ... @iamsrk in DON
36) @reachpraty
@Faridoon_S salman is the best action hero
37) @SaanjT
@Faridoon_S Shahid ofcourse lol after kaminey :)
38) @radhiah94
@Faridoon_S do it.. so the best action hero for me goes to Shahid Kapoor for his brilliant performance in Kaminey:) love you shahid!!
39) @DabanggAziz
@Faridoon_S Obviously "SALMAN KHAN" 4 portrayin Radhe,Veer n my fav Chulbul robinhood Pandey in his unique panache..No comparisions at all.
40) @BeinG_HriThiKiaN Bein_HriThiKiaN
@Faridoon_S Hrithik roshan. No doubt in that
41) @ingrid diwali I wouldn't name Sanjay Dutt for Zinda but for Dus, Shootout At Lokhandwala and hopefully soon for Knock Out http://bit.ly/9FN9tf
42) @hrithikdbest
@Faridoon_S Hrithik Roshan for #Krrish #Dhoom2.He performed the most dare devil stunt in these films. Even in JA Hrithik's sword fighting scene was mindblowing. Such action only he can performed. Hrithik is the best.
43) @UsmanSolo
@Faridoon_S No doubt is Salman Dabaang!
44) @nicekp4u
@Faridoon_S Shahrukh khan for DON .. (fav scene => mujhe uske joote pasand nahi aaye) ;) The most stylish and dynamic action hero, DON , whose every action and looks were unique and smart with smart thinking @iamsrk
45) @HaneenAliKhan
@Faridoon_S the Best Action Hero since 2005 #SRK @iamsrk 4 sure
46) @Srk_Fan25
@Faridoon_S..Srk (Don) Hrithik (Krrish) (Dhoom2)
47) @Atharluvsrk
@Faridoon_S SHah RUuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuukh @iamsrk :)
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Monday, September 20, 2010
Lyrics of Bigg Boss Music Video
Bigg boss
Chele chapate aur jhol jhapate,
Yahin fatenge sab bomb patakhe,
Gusse ko peeke aur ego ko khaake,
Mirchi pe meethe ka tadka lagake,
Dhak dhak daudega dil subah shaam,
Raat mein neend na din mein aaram,
Khopdi ki basement mein dilon ke statement mein
Na profit hai na loss...
Bigg Boss bigg boss bigg boss bigg boss..
Tagda khiladi ya banda anadi
Furr furr bhagegi sabki gaadi,
Kisi se panga toh kisi se yaari,
Nain matakke aur beep waali gaali,
Dhak dhak daudega dil subah shaam,
Raat mein neend na din mein aaram,
Khopdi ki basement mein dilon ki statement
Mein na profit hai na hai loss...
Bigg Boss4
Chele chapate aur jhol jhapate,
Yahin fatenge sab bomb patakhe,
Gusse ko peeke aur ego ko khaake,
Mirchi pe meethe ka tadka lagake,
Dhak dhak daudega dil subah shaam,
Raat mein neend na din mein aaram,
Khopdi ki basement mein dilon ke statement mein
Na profit hai na loss...
Bigg Boss bigg boss bigg boss bigg boss..
Tagda khiladi ya banda anadi
Furr furr bhagegi sabki gaadi,
Kisi se panga toh kisi se yaari,
Nain matakke aur beep waali gaali,
Dhak dhak daudega dil subah shaam,
Raat mein neend na din mein aaram,
Khopdi ki basement mein dilon ki statement
Mein na profit hai na hai loss...
Bigg Boss4
Kareena Kapoor's 30th Birthday Wishes
Posted by me on September 20th 2010: Guys, its Kareena Kapoor's 30th birthday tomorrow (21st September). So, what is your favourite film of Kareena? What do you think of her as a person and professional. What kind of a couple does she make with Saif? What is the favourite scene enacted by Kareena (send in youtube links of ur favourite scenes). Have you made any videos for Kareena? Have you made any card or sketch for Kareena? Send it all. Will compile the best answers, links and messages in a Blog Post and put it up on Twitter tomorrow morning.
Posted by me on September 21st 2010: "Main apni favourite hoon," says Geet. And you are left stunned how can one be so full of life. Kareena Kapoor's performance in 'Jab We Met' is one of my all time favourite performances by any actress. In fact when you guys will watch the long interview that I did with her for 'Golmaal 3' you shall see how much we've spoken about JWM. I am embarassed to admit but I almost behaved like a fan when I talked to her about JWM and pleaded her to con Imtiaz Ali into working with her again (Kareena is a director's actress. And Imtiaz gets the best out of female actors in Bollywood today).
As she celebrates her 30th birthday today, I've tried to get comments from her fans. Many of you have sent their wishes. I have tried to take most of them. They are listed here below. And some have been jotted down in the comments section. So, feast on all the detailed analysis, lovely cards, memorable scenes, favourite films...only of Kareena Kapoor. Its her day...make it special...for her...and yourself! And yes keep adding your comments below...
1) @baijujoshi1
@Faridoon_S Many Many happy returns of the day 2me Fav. actoress Kareena Kapoor !
2) @aury_941
@Faridoon_S
One and only: Kareena Kapoor.
Happy Birhtday Bebo !!!!!!!!!!!!! «-♥♥-«
she's a sunshine :D . my love and support for bebo was in the first time i saw her. she's outstanding, mind-blowing,fantastic! watching her photos is the same since when she was little. Her movies makes happiness and her smile make a smile on face in every fans.
acting is important for her and on-screen she's wonderful. i saw all her movies: ALL AMAZING! also if some were not good at BO they are gr8! she has always choose movie that had script and not for make good them at Box-office.
i love her attitude and behaviour. she's sincere. she's so interesting in her interview. she talks about everything and she's absolutely not a boring person . you can not be tired of kareena . :)
i like so much the fact that the family is important for her and is a person that believe in god.
MOVIES:
All her movies are amazing. my favorite are:
-Omkara,Jab We Met,Ajnabee,Kyon Ki,Dosti,Tashan,Golmaal Returns,Bewafaa,Yuva,Main Aurr Mrs Khanna ,KI ,3 idiots ecc. WOW!
i love this songs :
- "omkara-O Saathi Re"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xthAVytCTPI
- "Bewafaa - Ek Dilruba Hai"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSYtQ3N9ddA
(how romantic)
all the song rocking!! : it's rocking,marjaani,yeh mera dil,bebo,om mangalam remix,chaliya,kushi, dulhania ... too much songs to wirte but i love all of them :D
all the best bebo , be the same person that you are and not change for people opinion. i love you for how you are. :)
is also my B-day and every time is magic think about you.
♥♥ AUGURI !!!!!!! ♥♥
3) @SaanjT
@Faridoon_S I think kareena was amazin in Chameli :) By faar the best acting by her .Loved her in K3G too as the role suited her to a T
4) @Arvin_K_DwaL
@Faridoon_S Loved her most in WAF! Not juz cause it's her latest release, but Bebo was juz outstanding here. She's confident, bold & classy! She's 1 person who can literally wear a garbage bag & rock the look completely.Even if the mv flops,she shines! She's got it all.
Kareena, WAF : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3rexK6IYuk
Salman w Kareena & Karishma : Both sisters lookin fab! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37Zr2Vuf3Pc
5) @radhiah94
@Faridoon_S my fav film of kareena kapoor always be JAB WE MET..love her as geet..she def deserved that best actor award,,the way she carried her character was mindblowing..b4 JAB WE MET i always said kareena always over do it her character but not in JAB WE MET. she was superb in that film.. and the graft of her acting skill since JAB WE MET keep increasing but i JWM is her best film. till now..kareena as her person is loud!! she will just say what she feel right in your face and i like her for that..
6) @Ingrid_Diwali
@Faridoon_S Kareena's best performance was IMHO in Chameli where she proved her acting skills. Great film, also for Rahul Bose. :)
7) @anuparno
@Faridoon_S my fav film of kareena jab we met,chupchupke,fida,omkara,chameliand above all 3idiots
8) @MsChiChi
@Faridoon_S film: dev. As a person: too arrogant & cocky for the mostly shitty films she's in
9) @alekya92
@Faridoon_S My fav Bebo turns 30 tomorrow. i love her to death and can't c beyond her. she's sexy n innocent at d same time. my favs of hers' r Kurbaan, Dev, Yuva, Yaadein, JWM. i wish her health, prosperity and lots of success.Saifu n her d cutest.
10) @aravishiva said:
@Faridoon_S
My Favorite Kareena Characters!
Well, being a self confessed Kareena fan, I would love to talk about my top 11 Kareena Characters, and why , I've created this list by awarding points to each performance on the scale of 10. That point is also shown in bracket.
11) POO - Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (7.8/10)
Well, poo was her first successful character and most popular for that matter. She was this teenage spoilt brat who wouldn't like to wear dress at all :haha: Her comic timing was really good in this movie. People either hated or loved her, but nobody could ignore her, which told me that the character worked big time. She's funny at the same time irritating as POO(or Pooja), but she could never fail to evoke amusement.
10)Kaurvaki - Asoka(8/10)
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She looked so beautiful in this film. Infact, such attires look best on her. She acted the role of an arrogant yet soft princess. I can watch this movie 100 times again just for Kareena. Though the clothes were revealing, the kohl eyed look and slim body didn't make her look vulgar at any point, she had to be sensous at many points, be in the 'Raath Ka Nasha' song and 'San Sanana' song, but nevertheless she could hold the aura and sophistication required for a princess. It's too marvelous to look at the love struck face of Kareena. Her classic beauty was best captured in this movie I guess. Just for looks, I would give 9.5/10 for this movie.
9)Nazneen - Refugee(8/10)
Well, I fell in love with Kareena because of this movie. Nobody could believe that it was her debut movie. She acted like someone who has been in the movies for too long. She didn't have much make up in this movie. She played the role of a simple muslim girl, who doesn't even wear much jewellery. So, her face and eyes could create an ever lasting impact with this movie. We all love classic indian beauties, be it Madhubala, Meena Kumari, Rekha etc. They were not judged by their body, but rather judged by their face, that too not the external beauty, but their ability to express love on their face. That's why we called them classic beauties. You need nothing else, their face is more than enough. You can look at their poetic expression for too long. Their face reflected love, pain, coyness, grace and strength. in the 90's we had Madhuri and Kajol with such radiant faces. Indians could look at Kajol's deep eyes for hours and we could also destroy ourself at Madhuri's killer smile. Then we have been waiting for a heroine with that kind of an appeal on the face. And one fine morning, Kareena came before us with her nazneen. Have a look at her expressive face, you will know what I mean.
and let's reminisce some of the classic beauties of Bollywood, just with a magical face, deep eyes and sorrow on their face made us look at them for hours... and say "god, what a beautiful face..". Madhubala and Meena Kumari are the biggest examples
8 ) PIA - 3 Idiots (8.1)
3 Idiots was out and out a boys film. That everybody knew from start, because '5 Point Someone' was a well read book in India. However, the director, rajkumar hirani was kind enough to present Kareena in a performance oriented role in this film. She looked quite good with Aamir. She looked extremely beautiful in the wedding attire.
7)Avantika - Kurbaan (8.4)
She played this strong willed character Avantika in Kurbaan. She portrayed the helplessness and struggles of that character extremely well on screen. She realizes that her husband is a terrorrist, and from that moment her life is a horrifying experience for her. How she copes with her difficult situation, that's what the rest of the film, and kareena was effective throughout with her eyes conveying a thousand emotions.
6) Aaliya - DEV(8.7/10)
One of the most powerful character ever on Bollywood celluloid. She was the victing of the riots and she's not afraid of giving a testimony against those people ignited this bloody riot. There are few powerful scenes where she sparkled on screen even in front of Amitabh bachchan and Om Puri.
I loved her simple looks in this film, as I always want to see her in de-glam avatar so that I can see her radiant face and eyes more clearly.
5) Dr. Tanvi - Kyonki(8.8/10)
Well, Priyadarshan is my favorite director and Kareena's favorite too as she always wanted to work with him. He's known for presenting his heroines in most beautiful getup in his films(Mani Ratnam too is known for this). I've been waiting for them to do a movie together, and finally they did the hit comedy Hulchul. Kareena had nothing much to do in that movie, then they came up with Kyonki, which was a remake of Priyadarshan's malayalam film talavattam(which was again inspired by One few over cookoo's nest). Kareena had ample scope to be expressive in this role of an asylam doctor who falls in love with the patient. She looked quite beautiful in a saree. On the look wise, will give 9.5/10 for this one too. Unfortunately the film flopped, doesn't matter, the movie was good, well a tragic love story for that matter.
4) Geet - Jab We Met (9.1/10)
Well, people just loved Kareena's character in Jab We Met. Infact Kareena's most loved character, and she's considered as number 1 with the release of this movie. Geet was so lovable as a character, and she could play geet to the perfection, all the praise and awards vouch for that fact. People said, "Jab We Met did to Kareena what Kuch Kuch Hota Hai did to Kajol". That was true.
3)Mira - Yuva (9.2/10)
Well, being a Mani Ratnam heroine is every actresses dream. Not only does he make them look like dream, he also presents them in most powerful roles. All his heroines are powerful and at the same time hopelessly romantic. Same happens with Mira. Though kareena had tough competition from Rani and Esha deol in the same movie, he held her role very high in terms of performance. Mira was constantly fighting for her love, the one who she loved wasn't a perfect husband/boyfriend material. He wasn't serious about life, he was irresposible and he was flirtatious; and Mira had to fight all these if she ever wanted to be with him, and she successfully accomplished her goal at the end. Kareena was fantastic in this role. One of the most natural and restrained Kareena performance ever.
2)Dolly Mishra - Omkara (9.3/10)
Well, what else to say. Look wise I would give 9.5/10 again for this movie. She looked amazing in this movie, after all, Othello's desdemona was one of the most beautiful women and her beauty lead to her destruction. Rightfully, Vishal Bharadwaj presented her in such light, she turned out to be an irresistable beauty with poise and grace. The climax and the one scene where she pours her heart to Konkana remains my favorite. Well, she can proudly show this film to all her grand children, as she quoted once.
AND NOW THE NO.1 PERFORMANCE....
1)Chameli - Chameli (9.4/10)
A prostitute with a heart of gold, we have seen julia Roberts in Pretty Women in such a role, and she became America's sweetheart over night after the movie. Here Kareena couldn't be that because Chameli wasn't a big hit, but those who have seen the movie will realize that she was extremely lovable.
The bright colored saree and blowse and over the top make up of a street prostitute only added to the beauty of that character. She was so lovable, as she meets this business man on a rainy night, and they are forced to spend time together in a bus stand. The movie depicts the happenings of that one night, their encounter with police, and her pimp who forces her to sleep with an aids patient. The businessman played by Rahul Bose realises that behind that tough avatar she's an extremely lovely girl and she is dealing with a thousand problems in life. Yet, she's happy, she's not whining about her troubles. He falls in love with her character towards the end...but they go seperate ways in the morning because both have to live their life.
Kareena's character was one of the best characters ever written for a female protagonist in Hindi cinema. Chameli wasn't hard hitting, she was playful and funny, at the same time strong, an extremely complex character, which Kareena played to the perfection.
11) @Shahid_Fan
@Faridoon_s jab we met becus I think she did really good actin in it and shahid was in it. I havent watched 'we r family' but it sounds good
12) @francyy01
4 Kareena's Bday "Dulhania" from Dosti - Friends Forever http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkqgVk5eQwA Kareena Akshay and Bobby ♥ @Faridoon_S
Kareena always will be a National Award in my heart. ♥ Happy Birthday Kareena! @Faridoon_S
13) @LoveBipashaBasu
@Faridoon_S sIR A MSG FOR kAREENA FRM MY COUSIN Palky -Kareena many many Happy Returns of the Day !Happy Birthday ! Ur my true Idol in Bollywood. And at a same time Congratulations U have completed ur 10years in Bollywood !on ur Birthday im sending U my Love. sir here its Kareena's Birthday gift from my cousin Palky ! she edited for her !:) http://twitpic.com/2qhc52
sir here its another picture eidt done by my cousin for Kareena's Birthday !:) http://twitpic.com/2qhg8n
14)@crazysoul83
@Faridoon_S How have u been? off twitter for a while. back coz today is incredibly special. Bebo turns 30 n plssssssss wish her on my behalf. lotssssssss of luv to her and may she gets everything her heart desires for. with Saifu by her side i know she's in Safe hands.
Posted by me on September 21st 2010: "Main apni favourite hoon," says Geet. And you are left stunned how can one be so full of life. Kareena Kapoor's performance in 'Jab We Met' is one of my all time favourite performances by any actress. In fact when you guys will watch the long interview that I did with her for 'Golmaal 3' you shall see how much we've spoken about JWM. I am embarassed to admit but I almost behaved like a fan when I talked to her about JWM and pleaded her to con Imtiaz Ali into working with her again (Kareena is a director's actress. And Imtiaz gets the best out of female actors in Bollywood today).
As she celebrates her 30th birthday today, I've tried to get comments from her fans. Many of you have sent their wishes. I have tried to take most of them. They are listed here below. And some have been jotted down in the comments section. So, feast on all the detailed analysis, lovely cards, memorable scenes, favourite films...only of Kareena Kapoor. Its her day...make it special...for her...and yourself! And yes keep adding your comments below...
1) @baijujoshi1
@Faridoon_S Many Many happy returns of the day 2me Fav. actoress Kareena Kapoor !
2) @aury_941
@Faridoon_S
One and only: Kareena Kapoor.
Happy Birhtday Bebo !!!!!!!!!!!!! «-♥♥-«
she's a sunshine :D . my love and support for bebo was in the first time i saw her. she's outstanding, mind-blowing,fantastic! watching her photos is the same since when she was little. Her movies makes happiness and her smile make a smile on face in every fans.
acting is important for her and on-screen she's wonderful. i saw all her movies: ALL AMAZING! also if some were not good at BO they are gr8! she has always choose movie that had script and not for make good them at Box-office.
i love her attitude and behaviour. she's sincere. she's so interesting in her interview. she talks about everything and she's absolutely not a boring person . you can not be tired of kareena . :)
i like so much the fact that the family is important for her and is a person that believe in god.
MOVIES:
All her movies are amazing. my favorite are:
-Omkara,Jab We Met,Ajnabee,Kyon Ki,Dosti,Tashan,Golmaal Returns,Bewafaa,Yuva,Main Aurr Mrs Khanna ,KI ,3 idiots ecc. WOW!
i love this songs :
- "omkara-O Saathi Re"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xthAVytCTPI
- "Bewafaa - Ek Dilruba Hai"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSYtQ3N9ddA
(how romantic)
all the song rocking!! : it's rocking,marjaani,yeh mera dil,bebo,om mangalam remix,chaliya,kushi, dulhania ... too much songs to wirte but i love all of them :D
all the best bebo , be the same person that you are and not change for people opinion. i love you for how you are. :)
is also my B-day and every time is magic think about you.
♥♥ AUGURI !!!!!!! ♥♥
3) @SaanjT
@Faridoon_S I think kareena was amazin in Chameli :) By faar the best acting by her .Loved her in K3G too as the role suited her to a T
4) @Arvin_K_DwaL
@Faridoon_S Loved her most in WAF! Not juz cause it's her latest release, but Bebo was juz outstanding here. She's confident, bold & classy! She's 1 person who can literally wear a garbage bag & rock the look completely.Even if the mv flops,she shines! She's got it all.
Kareena, WAF : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3rexK6IYuk
Salman w Kareena & Karishma : Both sisters lookin fab! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37Zr2Vuf3Pc
5) @radhiah94
@Faridoon_S my fav film of kareena kapoor always be JAB WE MET..love her as geet..she def deserved that best actor award,,the way she carried her character was mindblowing..b4 JAB WE MET i always said kareena always over do it her character but not in JAB WE MET. she was superb in that film.. and the graft of her acting skill since JAB WE MET keep increasing but i JWM is her best film. till now..kareena as her person is loud!! she will just say what she feel right in your face and i like her for that..
6) @Ingrid_Diwali
@Faridoon_S Kareena's best performance was IMHO in Chameli where she proved her acting skills. Great film, also for Rahul Bose. :)
7) @anuparno
@Faridoon_S my fav film of kareena jab we met,chupchupke,fida,omkara,chameliand above all 3idiots
8) @MsChiChi
@Faridoon_S film: dev. As a person: too arrogant & cocky for the mostly shitty films she's in
9) @alekya92
@Faridoon_S My fav Bebo turns 30 tomorrow. i love her to death and can't c beyond her. she's sexy n innocent at d same time. my favs of hers' r Kurbaan, Dev, Yuva, Yaadein, JWM. i wish her health, prosperity and lots of success.Saifu n her d cutest.
10) @aravishiva said:
@Faridoon_S
My Favorite Kareena Characters!
Well, being a self confessed Kareena fan, I would love to talk about my top 11 Kareena Characters, and why , I've created this list by awarding points to each performance on the scale of 10. That point is also shown in bracket.
11) POO - Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (7.8/10)
Well, poo was her first successful character and most popular for that matter. She was this teenage spoilt brat who wouldn't like to wear dress at all :haha: Her comic timing was really good in this movie. People either hated or loved her, but nobody could ignore her, which told me that the character worked big time. She's funny at the same time irritating as POO(or Pooja), but she could never fail to evoke amusement.
10)Kaurvaki - Asoka(8/10)
User posted image
She looked so beautiful in this film. Infact, such attires look best on her. She acted the role of an arrogant yet soft princess. I can watch this movie 100 times again just for Kareena. Though the clothes were revealing, the kohl eyed look and slim body didn't make her look vulgar at any point, she had to be sensous at many points, be in the 'Raath Ka Nasha' song and 'San Sanana' song, but nevertheless she could hold the aura and sophistication required for a princess. It's too marvelous to look at the love struck face of Kareena. Her classic beauty was best captured in this movie I guess. Just for looks, I would give 9.5/10 for this movie.
9)Nazneen - Refugee(8/10)
Well, I fell in love with Kareena because of this movie. Nobody could believe that it was her debut movie. She acted like someone who has been in the movies for too long. She didn't have much make up in this movie. She played the role of a simple muslim girl, who doesn't even wear much jewellery. So, her face and eyes could create an ever lasting impact with this movie. We all love classic indian beauties, be it Madhubala, Meena Kumari, Rekha etc. They were not judged by their body, but rather judged by their face, that too not the external beauty, but their ability to express love on their face. That's why we called them classic beauties. You need nothing else, their face is more than enough. You can look at their poetic expression for too long. Their face reflected love, pain, coyness, grace and strength. in the 90's we had Madhuri and Kajol with such radiant faces. Indians could look at Kajol's deep eyes for hours and we could also destroy ourself at Madhuri's killer smile. Then we have been waiting for a heroine with that kind of an appeal on the face. And one fine morning, Kareena came before us with her nazneen. Have a look at her expressive face, you will know what I mean.
and let's reminisce some of the classic beauties of Bollywood, just with a magical face, deep eyes and sorrow on their face made us look at them for hours... and say "god, what a beautiful face..". Madhubala and Meena Kumari are the biggest examples
8 ) PIA - 3 Idiots (8.1)
3 Idiots was out and out a boys film. That everybody knew from start, because '5 Point Someone' was a well read book in India. However, the director, rajkumar hirani was kind enough to present Kareena in a performance oriented role in this film. She looked quite good with Aamir. She looked extremely beautiful in the wedding attire.
7)Avantika - Kurbaan (8.4)
She played this strong willed character Avantika in Kurbaan. She portrayed the helplessness and struggles of that character extremely well on screen. She realizes that her husband is a terrorrist, and from that moment her life is a horrifying experience for her. How she copes with her difficult situation, that's what the rest of the film, and kareena was effective throughout with her eyes conveying a thousand emotions.
6) Aaliya - DEV(8.7/10)
One of the most powerful character ever on Bollywood celluloid. She was the victing of the riots and she's not afraid of giving a testimony against those people ignited this bloody riot. There are few powerful scenes where she sparkled on screen even in front of Amitabh bachchan and Om Puri.
I loved her simple looks in this film, as I always want to see her in de-glam avatar so that I can see her radiant face and eyes more clearly.
5) Dr. Tanvi - Kyonki(8.8/10)
Well, Priyadarshan is my favorite director and Kareena's favorite too as she always wanted to work with him. He's known for presenting his heroines in most beautiful getup in his films(Mani Ratnam too is known for this). I've been waiting for them to do a movie together, and finally they did the hit comedy Hulchul. Kareena had nothing much to do in that movie, then they came up with Kyonki, which was a remake of Priyadarshan's malayalam film talavattam(which was again inspired by One few over cookoo's nest). Kareena had ample scope to be expressive in this role of an asylam doctor who falls in love with the patient. She looked quite beautiful in a saree. On the look wise, will give 9.5/10 for this one too. Unfortunately the film flopped, doesn't matter, the movie was good, well a tragic love story for that matter.
4) Geet - Jab We Met (9.1/10)
Well, people just loved Kareena's character in Jab We Met. Infact Kareena's most loved character, and she's considered as number 1 with the release of this movie. Geet was so lovable as a character, and she could play geet to the perfection, all the praise and awards vouch for that fact. People said, "Jab We Met did to Kareena what Kuch Kuch Hota Hai did to Kajol". That was true.
3)Mira - Yuva (9.2/10)
Well, being a Mani Ratnam heroine is every actresses dream. Not only does he make them look like dream, he also presents them in most powerful roles. All his heroines are powerful and at the same time hopelessly romantic. Same happens with Mira. Though kareena had tough competition from Rani and Esha deol in the same movie, he held her role very high in terms of performance. Mira was constantly fighting for her love, the one who she loved wasn't a perfect husband/boyfriend material. He wasn't serious about life, he was irresposible and he was flirtatious; and Mira had to fight all these if she ever wanted to be with him, and she successfully accomplished her goal at the end. Kareena was fantastic in this role. One of the most natural and restrained Kareena performance ever.
2)Dolly Mishra - Omkara (9.3/10)
Well, what else to say. Look wise I would give 9.5/10 again for this movie. She looked amazing in this movie, after all, Othello's desdemona was one of the most beautiful women and her beauty lead to her destruction. Rightfully, Vishal Bharadwaj presented her in such light, she turned out to be an irresistable beauty with poise and grace. The climax and the one scene where she pours her heart to Konkana remains my favorite. Well, she can proudly show this film to all her grand children, as she quoted once.
AND NOW THE NO.1 PERFORMANCE....
1)Chameli - Chameli (9.4/10)
A prostitute with a heart of gold, we have seen julia Roberts in Pretty Women in such a role, and she became America's sweetheart over night after the movie. Here Kareena couldn't be that because Chameli wasn't a big hit, but those who have seen the movie will realize that she was extremely lovable.
The bright colored saree and blowse and over the top make up of a street prostitute only added to the beauty of that character. She was so lovable, as she meets this business man on a rainy night, and they are forced to spend time together in a bus stand. The movie depicts the happenings of that one night, their encounter with police, and her pimp who forces her to sleep with an aids patient. The businessman played by Rahul Bose realises that behind that tough avatar she's an extremely lovely girl and she is dealing with a thousand problems in life. Yet, she's happy, she's not whining about her troubles. He falls in love with her character towards the end...but they go seperate ways in the morning because both have to live their life.
Kareena's character was one of the best characters ever written for a female protagonist in Hindi cinema. Chameli wasn't hard hitting, she was playful and funny, at the same time strong, an extremely complex character, which Kareena played to the perfection.
11) @Shahid_Fan
@Faridoon_s jab we met becus I think she did really good actin in it and shahid was in it. I havent watched 'we r family' but it sounds good
12) @francyy01
4 Kareena's Bday "Dulhania" from Dosti - Friends Forever http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkqgVk5eQwA Kareena Akshay and Bobby ♥ @Faridoon_S
Kareena always will be a National Award in my heart. ♥ Happy Birthday Kareena! @Faridoon_S
13) @LoveBipashaBasu
@Faridoon_S sIR A MSG FOR kAREENA FRM MY COUSIN Palky -Kareena many many Happy Returns of the Day !Happy Birthday ! Ur my true Idol in Bollywood. And at a same time Congratulations U have completed ur 10years in Bollywood !on ur Birthday im sending U my Love. sir here its Kareena's Birthday gift from my cousin Palky ! she edited for her !:) http://twitpic.com/2qhc52
sir here its another picture eidt done by my cousin for Kareena's Birthday !:) http://twitpic.com/2qhg8n
14)@crazysoul83
@Faridoon_S How have u been? off twitter for a while. back coz today is incredibly special. Bebo turns 30 n plssssssss wish her on my behalf. lotssssssss of luv to her and may she gets everything her heart desires for. with Saifu by her side i know she's in Safe hands.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Thirst For Human Soup
A stream of fresh water
Flirted with my feet
Bringing a smile
Gifting happiness...
And no, it didn't ask me
My religion.
I thought of 'Inception'
A labyrinth of dreams...
Everyone is possessive
Of their own aspiration
Daggers drawn
Flashing swords
Bullets kissing a trigger
Desert eyes
Knotted hearts
Thirst for human soup
Roaring silence
Amidst a silly battle-thunder.
Colours of life
Heartfelt hugs
Beautiful smiles
Welcoming all Beliefs
Holding hands
Helping unconditionally
No divisions
Celebrating as One
Redefining politics
Investing in Trust.
Water flows past
In a hurry...
There's a purpose,
A direction.
And no,
It still hasn't
Asked my religion.
I'm still figuring out
If we can ever
Change the course
Of our Reality
By taking a cue from
Our Dreams...
Flirted with my feet
Bringing a smile
Gifting happiness...
And no, it didn't ask me
My religion.
I thought of 'Inception'
A labyrinth of dreams...
Everyone is possessive
Of their own aspiration
Daggers drawn
Flashing swords
Bullets kissing a trigger
Desert eyes
Knotted hearts
Thirst for human soup
Roaring silence
Amidst a silly battle-thunder.
Colours of life
Heartfelt hugs
Beautiful smiles
Welcoming all Beliefs
Holding hands
Helping unconditionally
No divisions
Celebrating as One
Redefining politics
Investing in Trust.
Water flows past
In a hurry...
There's a purpose,
A direction.
And no,
It still hasn't
Asked my religion.
I'm still figuring out
If we can ever
Change the course
Of our Reality
By taking a cue from
Our Dreams...
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Entire Itinerary Of Aamir Khan Promoting Peepli Live In London
Here's the itinerary of Aamir Khan's London Trip Promoting Peepli Live
Sunday 19th - 10am - EXCLUSIVE (we've not fed this info out as yet) - Meet & Greet and CD signing at Curzon Soho - no tickets, just first come first serve, at the Curzon Soho
http://www.curzoncinemas.com/news/event_aamir_khan_signing_sunday_19_september_9_30am_soho#/news/event_aamir_khan_signing_sunday_19_september_9_30am_curzon_soho
Sunday 19th - evening - BAFTA screening for members only - but fans may want to catch a glimpse of him outside
https://www.bafta.org/event.html?Pevent=com.othermedia.bafta.model.BaftaEvent-L-6198771
Monday 20th - Gala premiere screening of Peepli Live at Curzon Mayfair - fans may want to catch a glimpse of him outside
http://www.curzoncinemas.com/#/whats_on/gala_screening_peepli_live_qanda_aamir_khan
Tuesday - 21st - Cineworld Feltham - Aamir will be appearing and doing Q&A's after the 2 exclusive fan screenings - fans can buy tickets for the film in advance and they're on sale now at Cineworld Feltham BOX OFFICE
http://www.cineworld.co.uk/films/3777
Wednesday 22nd - Bradford National Museum in the evening - Aamir is doing a special Q&A
http://www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk/FilmAndImax/film_detail.asp?filmid=9109
Friday 24th - Peepli Live goes on general release in the UK, via the mainstream company, Artificial Eye & UTV Motion Pictures
For more information, you can contact Ashanti Omkar at @AshantiOMkar
Sunday 19th - 10am - EXCLUSIVE (we've not fed this info out as yet) - Meet & Greet and CD signing at Curzon Soho - no tickets, just first come first serve, at the Curzon Soho
http://www.curzoncinemas.com/news/event_aamir_khan_signing_sunday_19_september_9_30am_soho#/news/event_aamir_khan_signing_sunday_19_september_9_30am_curzon_soho
Sunday 19th - evening - BAFTA screening for members only - but fans may want to catch a glimpse of him outside
https://www.bafta.org/event.html?Pevent=com.othermedia.bafta.model.BaftaEvent-L-6198771
Monday 20th - Gala premiere screening of Peepli Live at Curzon Mayfair - fans may want to catch a glimpse of him outside
http://www.curzoncinemas.com/#/whats_on/gala_screening_peepli_live_qanda_aamir_khan
Tuesday - 21st - Cineworld Feltham - Aamir will be appearing and doing Q&A's after the 2 exclusive fan screenings - fans can buy tickets for the film in advance and they're on sale now at Cineworld Feltham BOX OFFICE
http://www.cineworld.co.uk/films/3777
Wednesday 22nd - Bradford National Museum in the evening - Aamir is doing a special Q&A
http://www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk/FilmAndImax/film_detail.asp?filmid=9109
Friday 24th - Peepli Live goes on general release in the UK, via the mainstream company, Artificial Eye & UTV Motion Pictures
For more information, you can contact Ashanti Omkar at @AshantiOMkar
Friday, September 17, 2010
Will Anjaana Anjaani release on 24th september
High Court is giving a verdict on 24th September on the Babri-Ram Temple issue. Anjaana Anjaani is releasing the same day. This is the official statment issued by Ranbir Kapoor a short while back on it:
"It is very unfortunate that the movie is releasing on 24th September as the big hearing is on the same day. Right now my only wish is to postpone the release of the movie. Its not in my hand but I will be talking to the producer and the director about it," says Ranbir Kapoor.
"It is very unfortunate that the movie is releasing on 24th September as the big hearing is on the same day. Right now my only wish is to postpone the release of the movie. Its not in my hand but I will be talking to the producer and the director about it," says Ranbir Kapoor.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Big B On Winning National Award For Paa
This is the Official Press statement issued by Mr Amitabh Bachchan after winning Best Actor National Award for 'Paa'
“I thank the Government of India and the National Awards committee for this great honour. ‘Paa’ has bagged 4 National Awards, including Best Hindi Film, Best Supporting Actress by Arundhati Nag and Best Make-up by Mr. Chrisiten Tinsley & Ms. Dominie Till and I congratulate all of them for winning this prestigious award. I especially thank R. Balki - a gifted Director whose exceptional vision and passion has created this wonderful film, Abhishek - who took complete charge of the project as the producer and Natasha & Dakshina for their valuable assistance on the make-up. Also a big thanks to Reliance for joining hands with us! This is an important success for AB Corp Ltd and the entire cast and crew who have helped make such a brilliant movie.”
“I thank the Government of India and the National Awards committee for this great honour. ‘Paa’ has bagged 4 National Awards, including Best Hindi Film, Best Supporting Actress by Arundhati Nag and Best Make-up by Mr. Chrisiten Tinsley & Ms. Dominie Till and I congratulate all of them for winning this prestigious award. I especially thank R. Balki - a gifted Director whose exceptional vision and passion has created this wonderful film, Abhishek - who took complete charge of the project as the producer and Natasha & Dakshina for their valuable assistance on the make-up. Also a big thanks to Reliance for joining hands with us! This is an important success for AB Corp Ltd and the entire cast and crew who have helped make such a brilliant movie.”
Dust Of Sadness
Dust of Sadness is a poem I wrote at the age of 19. It was published in various publications. Notable amongst them was 'Kavita India' along with noted Indian English Poets like Kamla Das, Shiv K Kumar and Keki Daruwala.
Dust of sadness
Scattered on
The pavement of forehead;
Some specks
Lying as well,
On the unconscious eyelids;
Their weight a problem
A mild burden to bear
I woke up..
Tired..
And realised,
The smiles of humility
Are difficult to manage.
Dust of sadness
Scattered on
The pavement of forehead;
Some specks
Lying as well,
On the unconscious eyelids;
Their weight a problem
A mild burden to bear
I woke up..
Tired..
And realised,
The smiles of humility
Are difficult to manage.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Dabangg Mania Grips The World
@sudhir_asb asked me: "How do u explain tat a movie like dabang which is based in rural India is doing so well in d overseas market?". I said "I am speechless". But to be honest I always had this inkling that Dabangg will do well overseas. Why? We covered the Audio Launch of Dabangg Live and it was watched in 67 countries. I knew there's enough craze for Salman and his movies overseas. People in countries like Tunisia, Tanzania and an island in South Korea, had watched that live webcast. Post release of Dabangg I've been getting some interesting updates from many of Bollywood fans from across the globe. I am assembling a few of them here (it includes a few comments from users in India as well) to give you an idea what Dabangg mania is all about as of now.
1) sk75
@Faridoon_S kamal karte ho faridoon bhai.iv been seeing u 4 wyl now.ur awsme man.kp postin updte of salman plz tc salam dnt 4get im ur fan 2
2) amtydumty86
@Faridoon_S Watched Dabangg 5th time.. Dad said abb bass,," warna hum tume itne ched karenge ki.........." wow Dabangg fever everywer..
3) Nora_Salima
@Faridoon_S saw 2night DABANGG in Cinemaxx Offenbach Germany;audiance from 9 nations,not totaly packed whistles,clapping,singing,dancing;:-)
4) beingready
@Faridoon_S bro just watched Dabangg 2nd time in 3 days in MUSCAT as it released here on thursday Sallu bhai rocks as allways.
5) @Chirpy_Kulfi said:
@Faridoon_S for the first time the cinema near my place (two hours drive) has for the first time decided to do three shows every day for a whole week. #Dabangg no movie has ever had that here before. Feel so proud!
6) @iMouris_bashir
@Faridoon_S wtchd #dabangg in sctlnd, the craze was such that they had to put extra evening shows, n the staff of a multiplx were surprised
7) @cuteshrishti
@Faridoon_S sir even in kanpur police have been called 2 control d wild crowd who r eager 2 watch dabaang.All theatres r booked till tuesday
8) @fazaln1
@Faridoon_S Eid mubarak faridoon 'watched dabangg in california and its a big bangg pepl r going insane....... wow
9) @patel_yash
@Faridoon_S sir Eid Mubarak just watched DABANGG in Chicago SALMAN CHULBUL KHAN ROX!
10) @BeingSiddharth
@Faridoon_S Bhai Please Chk this Pic...u will laugh and laugh and laugh http://twitpic.com/2n9kwi
11) @YHyder
@faridoon_s Had to see a doctor today to cure my throat from all the yells and seetis after watching Dabangg at a single screen in Hyd.
12) @deejay_pri
@Faridoon_S just came from dabangg...the multiplexes in US are going housefull..waht a trunout...salman shatterd evrythin like hurricane...
13) @AparnaGR
@Faridoon_S Just watched Dabangg in London, it was full house. this movie is one man show ''read Salman Khan''. totally awesome. WOW.
14) @saurocksyeah: @Faridoon_S sir u r da best so down 2 earth.saw dabangg in australia 3 times it is packed n ppl r going crazy
15) @sarmadimalik: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg in Toronto,Canada. The cinema was packed 2 capacity.laughter,whistles,clapping throughout the film
16) @MissShaaista: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg 4 d 3rd tym in Auckland New Zeland! Each tym d cinema was packed & ppl were clappin & goin mad whistling
17) @rids55: @Faridoon_S DABANGG=blockbuster in mauritius!lst film which created such a buzz here>MAIN HOON NAA,ppl r bocmng mad to watch
18) @amtydumty86: @Faridoon_S saw old couple wit munni song in car full volume at single screen laxminarayn pune.. wow thats salman craze for you
19) @amtydumty86: @Faridoon_S going for dabangg 5th time,, i was in queue for 4 hrs since morn and jst got tickets for 10pm shw.. 2day also housefull
20) @iamEram: @Faridoon_S Sir...its a trend now, if a movie don't hav good story & script, critics tell leave ur mind at home!! Why?
21) @agentjay2009: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg in Chicago - FULL HOUSE and ppl went nuts over Salman's entry, ring tone dances and Munni song.
22) @Smritiw: @Faridoon_S @BeingSalmanKhan @sonakshisinha watched Dabangg in Dubai & it was housefull with more Arabs in hall enjoying & dancing
23) @Priyatosh_555: @Faridoon_S I want to watch dabangg but its not possible because of houseful at kota.
24) @rube80: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg yesterday in Montreal, and it made my Eid a happier one! It's a Salman Khan show all the way!
25) @agentjay2009: @Faridoon_S I remember your write up on the promo before dabangg picked any hype. You were bang on on dabangg. So proud of you.
26) @keeplovenpeace: @Faridoon_S Watched DABANGG here in Houston,I can't even describe b/c it was overwhelming at eve.level..MAGNIFICENT!
27) @iampublic: @Faridoon_S dabangg for salman is aamir's Ghajini, srk's Om shanti om & james cameron's Avatar...marketing masterpiece
1) sk75
@Faridoon_S kamal karte ho faridoon bhai.iv been seeing u 4 wyl now.ur awsme man.kp postin updte of salman plz tc salam dnt 4get im ur fan 2
2) amtydumty86
@Faridoon_S Watched Dabangg 5th time.. Dad said abb bass,," warna hum tume itne ched karenge ki.........." wow Dabangg fever everywer..
3) Nora_Salima
@Faridoon_S saw 2night DABANGG in Cinemaxx Offenbach Germany;audiance from 9 nations,not totaly packed whistles,clapping,singing,dancing;:-)
4) beingready
@Faridoon_S bro just watched Dabangg 2nd time in 3 days in MUSCAT as it released here on thursday Sallu bhai rocks as allways.
5) @Chirpy_Kulfi said:
@Faridoon_S for the first time the cinema near my place (two hours drive) has for the first time decided to do three shows every day for a whole week. #Dabangg no movie has ever had that here before. Feel so proud!
6) @iMouris_bashir
@Faridoon_S wtchd #dabangg in sctlnd, the craze was such that they had to put extra evening shows, n the staff of a multiplx were surprised
7) @cuteshrishti
@Faridoon_S sir even in kanpur police have been called 2 control d wild crowd who r eager 2 watch dabaang.All theatres r booked till tuesday
8) @fazaln1
@Faridoon_S Eid mubarak faridoon 'watched dabangg in california and its a big bangg pepl r going insane....... wow
9) @patel_yash
@Faridoon_S sir Eid Mubarak just watched DABANGG in Chicago SALMAN CHULBUL KHAN ROX!
10) @BeingSiddharth
@Faridoon_S Bhai Please Chk this Pic...u will laugh and laugh and laugh http://twitpic.com/2n9kwi
11) @YHyder
@faridoon_s Had to see a doctor today to cure my throat from all the yells and seetis after watching Dabangg at a single screen in Hyd.
12) @deejay_pri
@Faridoon_S just came from dabangg...the multiplexes in US are going housefull..waht a trunout...salman shatterd evrythin like hurricane...
13) @AparnaGR
@Faridoon_S Just watched Dabangg in London, it was full house. this movie is one man show ''read Salman Khan''. totally awesome. WOW.
14) @saurocksyeah: @Faridoon_S sir u r da best so down 2 earth.saw dabangg in australia 3 times it is packed n ppl r going crazy
15) @sarmadimalik: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg in Toronto,Canada. The cinema was packed 2 capacity.laughter,whistles,clapping throughout the film
16) @MissShaaista: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg 4 d 3rd tym in Auckland New Zeland! Each tym d cinema was packed & ppl were clappin & goin mad whistling
17) @rids55: @Faridoon_S DABANGG=blockbuster in mauritius!lst film which created such a buzz here>MAIN HOON NAA,ppl r bocmng mad to watch
18) @amtydumty86: @Faridoon_S saw old couple wit munni song in car full volume at single screen laxminarayn pune.. wow thats salman craze for you
19) @amtydumty86: @Faridoon_S going for dabangg 5th time,, i was in queue for 4 hrs since morn and jst got tickets for 10pm shw.. 2day also housefull
20) @iamEram: @Faridoon_S Sir...its a trend now, if a movie don't hav good story & script, critics tell leave ur mind at home!! Why?
21) @agentjay2009: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg in Chicago - FULL HOUSE and ppl went nuts over Salman's entry, ring tone dances and Munni song.
22) @Smritiw: @Faridoon_S @BeingSalmanKhan @sonakshisinha watched Dabangg in Dubai & it was housefull with more Arabs in hall enjoying & dancing
23) @Priyatosh_555: @Faridoon_S I want to watch dabangg but its not possible because of houseful at kota.
24) @rube80: @Faridoon_S Saw Dabangg yesterday in Montreal, and it made my Eid a happier one! It's a Salman Khan show all the way!
25) @agentjay2009: @Faridoon_S I remember your write up on the promo before dabangg picked any hype. You were bang on on dabangg. So proud of you.
26) @keeplovenpeace: @Faridoon_S Watched DABANGG here in Houston,I can't even describe b/c it was overwhelming at eve.level..MAGNIFICENT!
27) @iampublic: @Faridoon_S dabangg for salman is aamir's Ghajini, srk's Om shanti om & james cameron's Avatar...marketing masterpiece
Monday, September 6, 2010
SRK's D Decor Press Con Live Webcast Creates A Record
The Press Conference of Shahrukh Khan's D Decor event in Mumbai on August 21st that was covered live by Bollywood Hungama has created a record. The live webcast was watched in 73 countries by over 90000 people. It is the best response for any live webcast done by Bollywood Hungama till date. Interestingly the response in Germany was massive proving SRK's strong fan base there. Here's the list of all the countries:
1 India
2 Germany
3 USA
4 United Kingdom
5 Pakistan
6 Poland
7 Canada
8 Australia
9 Egypt
10 France
11 Russian Federation
12 United Arab Emirates
13 Saudi Arabia
14 Netherlands
15 New Zealand
16 Sri Lanka
17 Singapore
18 Switzerland
19 Bangladesh
20 Qatar
21 Austria
22 Iran
23 Ukraine
24 Greece
25 Sweden
26 Malaysia
27 Spain
28 Belgium
29 Morocco
30 Indonesia
31 Kuwait
32 South Africa
33 Nepal
34 Latvia
35 Jordan
36 Italy
37 China
38 Kenya
39 Bahrain
40 Fiji
41 Denmark
42 Mauritius
43 Libya
44 Turkey
45 Thailand
46 Norway
47 Japan
48 Iraq
49 Hong Kong
50 Tunisia
51 Oman
52 Ireland
53 Finland
54 Czech Republic
55 Uganda
56 Philippines
57 Maldives
58 Lebanon
59 Cyprus
60 Afghanistan
61 Brunei
62 Vietnam
63 Trinidad And Tobago
64 Tanzania
65 Suriname
66 Jamaica
67 Slovakia
68 Romania
69 Azerbaijan
70 Nigeria
71 South Korea
72 Kazakhstan
73 Israel
1 India
2 Germany
3 USA
4 United Kingdom
5 Pakistan
6 Poland
7 Canada
8 Australia
9 Egypt
10 France
11 Russian Federation
12 United Arab Emirates
13 Saudi Arabia
14 Netherlands
15 New Zealand
16 Sri Lanka
17 Singapore
18 Switzerland
19 Bangladesh
20 Qatar
21 Austria
22 Iran
23 Ukraine
24 Greece
25 Sweden
26 Malaysia
27 Spain
28 Belgium
29 Morocco
30 Indonesia
31 Kuwait
32 South Africa
33 Nepal
34 Latvia
35 Jordan
36 Italy
37 China
38 Kenya
39 Bahrain
40 Fiji
41 Denmark
42 Mauritius
43 Libya
44 Turkey
45 Thailand
46 Norway
47 Japan
48 Iraq
49 Hong Kong
50 Tunisia
51 Oman
52 Ireland
53 Finland
54 Czech Republic
55 Uganda
56 Philippines
57 Maldives
58 Lebanon
59 Cyprus
60 Afghanistan
61 Brunei
62 Vietnam
63 Trinidad And Tobago
64 Tanzania
65 Suriname
66 Jamaica
67 Slovakia
68 Romania
69 Azerbaijan
70 Nigeria
71 South Korea
72 Kazakhstan
73 Israel
Who Is Your Favourite Teacher In Hindi Films?
Teachers are surely a God's gift. It is up to a student how he/ she makes the best use of it. In Hindi films there have been several actors who've portrayed a teacher's role to perfection. A few of them are as follows:
a) Aamir Khan in Taare Zameen par epitomizes what a teacher ought to be. Caring, sensitive and yet showing the right direction.
b) Naseeruddin Shah in Sir and Iqbaal. In Sir Naseer played a conventional teacher while in Iqbal he teaches Shreyas Talpade the fine art of playing cricket. It was an outstanding student-teacher relationship.
c) Shahrukh Khan in Mohabbatein and Chak De India. SRK in Mohabbatein is a teacher with a difference as he shows the way to his students how to break free. But it was in Chak De India, that SRK gave you goose pimples with his motivational and disciplined ways.
d) Ashok Kumar in Choti Si Baat. How the veteran actor transforms a loser in Amol Palekar into a winner was laced with a wonderful sense of humour and common sense.
e) Sushmita Sen in Main Hoon Na. Sush played the sexy chemistry teacher to perfection. She is the kinda teacher every school boy (early teens) loves to fantasise about. I am sure you guys had one...I surely did :)
f) Dilip Prabhalkar as Gandhi ji in Lage Raho Munnabhai. How Dilip imparts teaching to Munnabhai Sanju is a treat. An unconventional way of passing a message without being preachy.
g) Nagesh kukoonoor in Rockford. A film that shows boarding school life with a touch of realism. I would call it a mini classic. Do watch it if you haven't do so already.
h) Amitabh Bachchan in Black. Big B gave a stirring performance. His teaching methods were unusual but he gives you hope in the tunnel of darkness.
Here are a few of your impressions about who you think portrayed the best teacher in Hindi film:
1) @cuteshrishti
Shahid is surely d bst teacher in btwn even i wnt a teacher lke him i simply adore him in paatshaala no words can describe him.
2) @HaneenAliKhan said:
SRK " CHAK De !! " ..Because he is an example of a man accused of Betrayal,
The most expensive thing he have " his Patriotism " When any person accused is thus driven by his love for his country To give from all his heart and Ungrudging Coz Because the hardest thing for a man to be charged in the most expensive asset of his heart ..
In the case of coach " Kabeer" he have only one chance to prove the opposite of what is said about him. Despite the difficulties that faced the training of these it girls Where he should lead them to the finals ..they Need a lot Training they lose a lot of team spirit and teamwork are also differences between them become so . any person in Place of him May give up and leave it. But coach " Kabeer" did'nt do that Coz his love 4 his country more important than his Dignity & All Odds So we Saw him lead his team to the Finals & And teach them to forget their differences And that victory come only through cooperation.
This is the most important objectives of the teacher .. The coach has done as fully as possible Because the only motive of his love for his country .. And his quest to uphold his flag.
3) kat_akki_saifu
Definitley Aamir Taare Zameen Par and Shahrukh for Check De! India and Mohabbatein
4) RA1FANCLUB
My vote is for SRK ( CHAK DE ) AMITABH JI (BLACK). Love this one take shot - Sattar Minute - Chak De India - love srk (chak de) http://t.co/JwvlcXS
5) filmi_tas
Hands down it's Nagesh! I may love SRK to pieces but Nagesh felt like a real teacher. Plus, Rockford was such a good, diff film
6) @keeplovenpeace
I've seen TZP n Mohabatein both Amir n SRK were gr8 on screen teachers but frankly Amitabh B. is uncomparable in any role.
7) @2Saif
Sushmita sen in main hoon na was definitely the sexiest teacher in the history of the hindi film.
8) @AishSrK
Its between srk in chak de and amithab in black...bu i choose amit his perfomance was amazing!!
9) @ShaFilicious said:
Amir in TZP, as he made a family realize what they were missing out in there son life, and that they always misunderstood him. & that when one have is dislected, they always have a talent, and should never be count as a nobody or not smart.
10) @KESHLUVZSHAHID
Shahid Kapoor paathshala why cause that scene where he gets all the lil kids to be friends with Paarth was most heart touching scene and also when he goes to the boys dad I'll pay for your son's education it will come out of my pay
The ending where there's a strike in the school
a) Aamir Khan in Taare Zameen par epitomizes what a teacher ought to be. Caring, sensitive and yet showing the right direction.
b) Naseeruddin Shah in Sir and Iqbaal. In Sir Naseer played a conventional teacher while in Iqbal he teaches Shreyas Talpade the fine art of playing cricket. It was an outstanding student-teacher relationship.
c) Shahrukh Khan in Mohabbatein and Chak De India. SRK in Mohabbatein is a teacher with a difference as he shows the way to his students how to break free. But it was in Chak De India, that SRK gave you goose pimples with his motivational and disciplined ways.
d) Ashok Kumar in Choti Si Baat. How the veteran actor transforms a loser in Amol Palekar into a winner was laced with a wonderful sense of humour and common sense.
e) Sushmita Sen in Main Hoon Na. Sush played the sexy chemistry teacher to perfection. She is the kinda teacher every school boy (early teens) loves to fantasise about. I am sure you guys had one...I surely did :)
f) Dilip Prabhalkar as Gandhi ji in Lage Raho Munnabhai. How Dilip imparts teaching to Munnabhai Sanju is a treat. An unconventional way of passing a message without being preachy.
g) Nagesh kukoonoor in Rockford. A film that shows boarding school life with a touch of realism. I would call it a mini classic. Do watch it if you haven't do so already.
h) Amitabh Bachchan in Black. Big B gave a stirring performance. His teaching methods were unusual but he gives you hope in the tunnel of darkness.
Here are a few of your impressions about who you think portrayed the best teacher in Hindi film:
1) @cuteshrishti
Shahid is surely d bst teacher in btwn even i wnt a teacher lke him i simply adore him in paatshaala no words can describe him.
2) @HaneenAliKhan said:
SRK " CHAK De !! " ..Because he is an example of a man accused of Betrayal,
The most expensive thing he have " his Patriotism " When any person accused is thus driven by his love for his country To give from all his heart and Ungrudging Coz Because the hardest thing for a man to be charged in the most expensive asset of his heart ..
In the case of coach " Kabeer" he have only one chance to prove the opposite of what is said about him. Despite the difficulties that faced the training of these it girls Where he should lead them to the finals ..they Need a lot Training they lose a lot of team spirit and teamwork are also differences between them become so . any person in Place of him May give up and leave it. But coach " Kabeer" did'nt do that Coz his love 4 his country more important than his Dignity & All Odds So we Saw him lead his team to the Finals & And teach them to forget their differences And that victory come only through cooperation.
This is the most important objectives of the teacher .. The coach has done as fully as possible Because the only motive of his love for his country .. And his quest to uphold his flag.
3) kat_akki_saifu
Definitley Aamir Taare Zameen Par and Shahrukh for Check De! India and Mohabbatein
4) RA1FANCLUB
My vote is for SRK ( CHAK DE ) AMITABH JI (BLACK). Love this one take shot - Sattar Minute - Chak De India - love srk (chak de) http://t.co/JwvlcXS
5) filmi_tas
Hands down it's Nagesh! I may love SRK to pieces but Nagesh felt like a real teacher. Plus, Rockford was such a good, diff film
6) @keeplovenpeace
I've seen TZP n Mohabatein both Amir n SRK were gr8 on screen teachers but frankly Amitabh B. is uncomparable in any role.
7) @2Saif
Sushmita sen in main hoon na was definitely the sexiest teacher in the history of the hindi film.
8) @AishSrK
Its between srk in chak de and amithab in black...bu i choose amit his perfomance was amazing!!
9) @ShaFilicious said:
Amir in TZP, as he made a family realize what they were missing out in there son life, and that they always misunderstood him. & that when one have is dislected, they always have a talent, and should never be count as a nobody or not smart.
10) @KESHLUVZSHAHID
Shahid Kapoor paathshala why cause that scene where he gets all the lil kids to be friends with Paarth was most heart touching scene and also when he goes to the boys dad I'll pay for your son's education it will come out of my pay
The ending where there's a strike in the school
Thursday, September 2, 2010
We Are Family: A Gulp-In-The-Throat Experience
We Are Family is a good looking film that emotionally tugs at your heart strings from start to finish. It is a simple story (official adaptation of Hollywood film Step Mom) which is raised many notches higher by superlative performances by the entire star cast. Karan Johar is doing a big service to Bollywood by introducing fresh talented directors like Siddharth Malhotra who makes a confident, assured debut.
We have had several Hindi films over the years that have delved into Man-Woman and the Other-Woman space. In many ways, you can predict the story of We Are Family if you are a Hindi movie buff. But the treatment is such that it keeps you glued to the screen. And yes, don't forget to carry loads of tissues. You'll need it. I cried while watching a movie after a LONG time. By the end of the film, all you wish to do is to realise how fortunate you are to have a wonderful family and that your near-n-dear ones are all around you.
As almost all of Karan Johar films, WAF is based in an urban setting where affluence seems like a given reality. Language spoken in the film is sophisticated Hinglish. Nothing wrong with that. It is a context and one should respect that. Aman (Arjun Rampal) is a fashion photographer who has parted ways with his wife Maya (Kajol). They have three precocious kids and Aman has a girlfriend Shriya (Kareena Kapoor) who is unable to find acceptance in his family. And then the kahani-mein-twist and what happens ...ever after.
As I've mentioned earlier, the performances are spectacular. Kajol is such an amazing performer that each time you feel she delivered her career best performance, she comes up with something even better. One sentiment that stoically makes a home in your heart after watching her act in this film is ....RESPECT. Watch her childishly (and at other times sternly) interact with the three kids. Moments of jealousy towards Kareena even though she got her in the house to ease up her own life. Subdued confrontations with Arjun without going over the top. And the best one is when she smashes kitchen utensils fighting with her own destiny. Wow!
Kareena Kapoor is outstanding in the film. There's a vulnerable innocence in her performance which is very likable. Her styling is chic-n-comfy. The best part about her performance is that she doesn't try to outshine Kajol. She remains herself and emerges victorious. Her scenes with the three kids are poignant, funny and very endearing. Some of the confrontation scenes with Kajol are laced with heightened drama. Very engaging stuff.
Arjun Rampal delivers an unbelievably restrained performance. This actor is going from strength to strength. He realises his limitations that he is not a star who can bring in people in the theaters entirely on his own esteem. But the manner in which he immerses in this character and brings in this realism of Experience in his portrayal is very impressive. The manner in which he juggles between the 'ladies in the house' is quite a treat to watch.
The three kids are Special. Anjali (Diya Sonecha) is adorably cute. She has some of the best lines in the film. D matlab 'Dayan' is quite a rage. Her innocence in several emotional scenes literally pierces daggers through your heart. Ankush (Nominath Ginsberg) is a find. He is cute, cuddly and funny. Aleya (Anchal Munjal) plays the confused and rebellious teenager to perfection.
Niranjan Iyengar's dialogues are simple and sincere. Several nuances of the complexities of relationships are brought out lucidly. Shankar Ehsan Loy's music is not their best music score. But Rehem-O-Karam comes in at strategic points in the film and has the desired effect. The version of Jail House Rock is made into a memorable watch primarily because of the super fun that Kajol and Kareena have while dancing to it. I loved Kajol's no-holds-barred dancing. A treat!
Mohanan's cinematography is classy. Deepa Bhatia's editing is crisp. But the second half stretches a bit and there seems to be continuity jerks at times. Raju Singh's background score adds a lot of emotion to the entire narrative. Siddharth Malhotra keeps you interested in his film throughout by knowing when to pull which string like an expert puppeteer. Yes, several scenes are conveniently filmy. But then, when you enter a cine hall, you are in for some drama and make belief. We Are Family makes for compelling viewing with your family. It is a film that will have a very good word-of-mouth.
We Are Family: A gulp-in-the-throat experience. Don't miss it!
We have had several Hindi films over the years that have delved into Man-Woman and the Other-Woman space. In many ways, you can predict the story of We Are Family if you are a Hindi movie buff. But the treatment is such that it keeps you glued to the screen. And yes, don't forget to carry loads of tissues. You'll need it. I cried while watching a movie after a LONG time. By the end of the film, all you wish to do is to realise how fortunate you are to have a wonderful family and that your near-n-dear ones are all around you.
As almost all of Karan Johar films, WAF is based in an urban setting where affluence seems like a given reality. Language spoken in the film is sophisticated Hinglish. Nothing wrong with that. It is a context and one should respect that. Aman (Arjun Rampal) is a fashion photographer who has parted ways with his wife Maya (Kajol). They have three precocious kids and Aman has a girlfriend Shriya (Kareena Kapoor) who is unable to find acceptance in his family. And then the kahani-mein-twist and what happens ...ever after.
As I've mentioned earlier, the performances are spectacular. Kajol is such an amazing performer that each time you feel she delivered her career best performance, she comes up with something even better. One sentiment that stoically makes a home in your heart after watching her act in this film is ....RESPECT. Watch her childishly (and at other times sternly) interact with the three kids. Moments of jealousy towards Kareena even though she got her in the house to ease up her own life. Subdued confrontations with Arjun without going over the top. And the best one is when she smashes kitchen utensils fighting with her own destiny. Wow!
Kareena Kapoor is outstanding in the film. There's a vulnerable innocence in her performance which is very likable. Her styling is chic-n-comfy. The best part about her performance is that she doesn't try to outshine Kajol. She remains herself and emerges victorious. Her scenes with the three kids are poignant, funny and very endearing. Some of the confrontation scenes with Kajol are laced with heightened drama. Very engaging stuff.
Arjun Rampal delivers an unbelievably restrained performance. This actor is going from strength to strength. He realises his limitations that he is not a star who can bring in people in the theaters entirely on his own esteem. But the manner in which he immerses in this character and brings in this realism of Experience in his portrayal is very impressive. The manner in which he juggles between the 'ladies in the house' is quite a treat to watch.
The three kids are Special. Anjali (Diya Sonecha) is adorably cute. She has some of the best lines in the film. D matlab 'Dayan' is quite a rage. Her innocence in several emotional scenes literally pierces daggers through your heart. Ankush (Nominath Ginsberg) is a find. He is cute, cuddly and funny. Aleya (Anchal Munjal) plays the confused and rebellious teenager to perfection.
Niranjan Iyengar's dialogues are simple and sincere. Several nuances of the complexities of relationships are brought out lucidly. Shankar Ehsan Loy's music is not their best music score. But Rehem-O-Karam comes in at strategic points in the film and has the desired effect. The version of Jail House Rock is made into a memorable watch primarily because of the super fun that Kajol and Kareena have while dancing to it. I loved Kajol's no-holds-barred dancing. A treat!
Mohanan's cinematography is classy. Deepa Bhatia's editing is crisp. But the second half stretches a bit and there seems to be continuity jerks at times. Raju Singh's background score adds a lot of emotion to the entire narrative. Siddharth Malhotra keeps you interested in his film throughout by knowing when to pull which string like an expert puppeteer. Yes, several scenes are conveniently filmy. But then, when you enter a cine hall, you are in for some drama and make belief. We Are Family makes for compelling viewing with your family. It is a film that will have a very good word-of-mouth.
We Are Family: A gulp-in-the-throat experience. Don't miss it!
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