Feb 21, 2007 03:42 PM
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Initially, I was excited to seeing this film anyway as it has all my fave actors from Parineeta as well as the same maker.
[b]Story[/b]- Firstly, I am not going into the story, but all I want to say is, when I first heard about the story, I wasn't too sure what to expect. Thankfully my outlook has changed after seeing the film. I've realised it is actually a simple film and story.
I liked the aspect that it mainly focused on Amitabh and Saif as Father and Son, as well as the way the circumstances unfolded.
[b]Performances[/b]-
[b]AMITABH BACHCHAN[/b] - What can I say? This man isn't a LEGEND for no reason! He reminded me once again after BLACK that there will be NOONE like ever again in Bollywood, who even at this age deliver the best he could! His expressions, body language changed into a sort of humbleness which the character portrayed. And THANK GOD, it wasn't Babul! :P This is the Amitji I love, the one that proves he is the DON of bollywood.
[b]SAIF ALI KHAN[/b]- Firstly, I have to note (and need you to note! :P) 'This guy can make me drool non-stop!' This time it was even more! :lol: Ok, back to the point.. His versitality and subtle emotion and pain touched me deeply that I couldn't breath. I'm serious!, He has grown sooo much. I love him in these roles of realness, just like he has shown from Parineeta and Omkara. And him being there with Big B, damn, he was on par with him! I hope he continues on this path coz he sure has talent which should NEVER be wasted!
[b]VIDYA BALAN[/b]- This girl is a NATURAL! I mean, on that same night I watched SEI, and seeing her play two different roles with ease and believablity. Basically, again she is a 'natural', she never seems to disappoint me since I first saw her in Parineeta. Again, she had me in awe with her gracefulness. And OH GOD!, Watching her and saif together made me heart stop :love: Her expression and voice change with him. AMAZING!
[b]JACKIE SHROFF[/b]- He scared the hell out of me! He acted very good with his role, beleivable and also sooo good to see him again on screen with a good role.
[b]JIMMY SHERGILL[/b]- Not really much to do, but was amiable.
[b]BOMAN IRANI[/b]- When I first saw him, I expected just a lighthearted role. But seeing him from the first shot. I was shocked and amazing to see him play a negative role. Really good, he sure has talent.
[b] SANJU BHAI[/b] - I love him, hehe... he brings a smile to your face even with such a brief role, His comedy elements are soo great.
[b]SHARMILA TAGORE[/b]- Awwwww, this woman is soooo beautfiul. Whenever, she came on screen she looked like heaven. I really wanted a scene with her and saif. But even her suttle presence around him, made you feel the love of mother and son. A real nice natural essence.
[b]RAIMA SEN[/b] - This girl also has a growing talent. She done great with her role and looked beautiful.
I loved the song [b]Chanda Re[/b]- I was crying during this song, It really brought a tear to my eye with the situation at the time. Such a sweet song, still with me now.
The only flaw I could really find IMO, would be the length, as I somewhat felt I wanted more. Like something more from it.. Can't really say. Hmmmm..
Overrall- It is a simple film, even though it may not seem so. It has a sense of purpose, beautifully made, amazing performances :bravo: and has a real essence which stays with you.
I definately recommend to watch it!
I'm not saying it was perfect or better then parineeta, but it had a simple essence as I said which kept me captivated.
