The other day, my cousin and I were planning to go for a movie. My cousin, Shambhu, is a ‘Madrasi’ – he’s doing his medicine at a Chennai Medical College and was back home on vacation. He asked me about the latest flicks running in the local theatres. I recommended ‘Cocktail’. I’d seen the movie… Continue reading Is the Malayalam Film Industry Dead, yet?
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Anwar – Review: Prithviraj Shines in a Disappointing Movie.
Prithviraj has indeed come a long way. From ‘Stop Violence’-obscurity to ‘Ravanan’ celebritydom, he has seen it all, and risen up like a phoenix. Fans of the actor who is widely touted as the ‘next big thing’, have been eagerly awaiting his latest flick Anwar. Coming from master-filmmaker Amal Neerad of ‘Big B’ fame, the… Continue reading Anwar – Review: Prithviraj Shines in a Disappointing Movie.
Kaun Banega Crorepati – KBC 4: A Review
“Khaike paan banaras waala, Khul jaaye band akal ka taala…” As Amitabh Bachchan’s booming voice, sung (a slightly-tweaked version of) his own popular track, gyrating with thirty-odd beauties, millions of eyeballs applauded. The song-dance sequence by Amitabh officially kicked off the much-awaited fourth edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati. The studio was a far-cry from the… Continue reading Kaun Banega Crorepati – KBC 4: A Review
KBC4: Amitabh Bachchan’s Birthday Gift
Amitabh Bachchan personifies versatility. Only few people have donned the roles of an actor, producer, TV Show Host, Playback singer, and even a politician – and that too with smashing success and elan. His booming voice – once rejected by All India Radio, has reached iconic proportions. The true celebrity of our country, Mr. Bachchan… Continue reading KBC4: Amitabh Bachchan’s Birthday Gift