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1. Jodhaa Akbar
 
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2. Hall of Fame Hrithik Roshan
 
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5. Hrithik Roshan
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7. Un rubî en la India: la actriz
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9. Stretch Yourself
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20. Jodhaa Akbar - DVD - Hrithik /Aishwarya

1. Jodhaa Akbar
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Hrithik Roshan and Aishwariya Rai in Jodhaa Akbar:A sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a great Mughal emperor, Akbar, and a Rajput princess, Jodha. ... Read more

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4-0 out of 5 stars a period drama from India
This is an epic period drama from India and authentic Bollywood cinema.The music, costumes and sets were beautiful.The picture quality on the blu-ray version was excellent.

5-0 out of 5 stars Spectacular and Visually Stunning - A Masterpiece
This is such a wonderful story about love crossing the barriers of culture. My husband and I were hooked from the beginning and there was no bad parts of this movie. It had all of the intrigue of the culture along with the momentous blossoming of love between the two main characters - both are stunningly beautiful people - who were in an arranged marriage to solidify their countrymen. To watch how they fell in love and the ultimate love scene - with no sex - was so much more romantic with the visual and musical stimulation that it took your breath away. We watched this on DVD and was astounded with the quality. Would love to have seen this on the big screen! A must watch!

5-0 out of 5 stars JODHAA AKBAR - An Epic Historical Romance
Wow. Loved this movie!! Wow. Yeah said that already but you get caught up in it. The romance is so deep, and pure it propels the amazing story based on real figures in history. Hollywood doesn't make films like this... Bollywood is interesting that it uses a lot of the same actors and actresses but Aishwarya and Hrithik look so different and they become Jodhaa and Akbar so fully you don't recognize them as anyone else.
Definitely get the 3-disc version! So worth it. This movie is so lush. I don't want to give anything away because you must watch it. You don't want it to end. You'll love it. Action, suspense, romance! I can watch it over and over again.

5-0 out of 5 stars jodhaa akbar

Even though this movie is not interrupted by the beautiful dances bollywood is famous for, i think it may be one of the best there are. The story is elaborate but doesn't feel too long, and both Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan act perfectly (plus, they are both so beautiful, it wouldn't matter if they didn't).
Totally worth it.

5-0 out of 5 stars Akbar was not such a rascal. So he deserves recognition.
No..Itshistorically not accurate at all. Among all the Islamic rascals who invaded and plundered and raided and tyrannized the Hindus and India in general, Akbar was relatively a good guy..so that needs to be acknowledged and Indian historians have always been kind to him. But he is no Gandhi. Now, about this movie.. But as entertainment goes, this is one hellava movie. At the beginning, it may look like a war movie, but the wars and battles and court intrigues are only a backdrop for the romance between Akbar the young Sufi Emperor and Jodha, the independent and proud Hindu Rajput Princess who had to marry him for political reasons. She is a very independent and religious (Hindu) and stands her ground on her faith. He although in position of power, respects her and initially he seemsamused at herand then slowly falls in love with her. It's a nice romantic journey.

My suggestion is to get the Blue Ray version of this movie. Don't spoil it by watching it online on net flicks or worse, you tube. The Blue Ray version would also guarantee you a good original copy rather than pirated versions that are sometimes being sold on Amazon.


If this is your first Bollymovie, Then I recommend "Jab We Met" for your second movie. ... Read more


2. Hall of Fame Hrithik Roshan
by Biswadeep Ghosh
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3. Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai [ 2 DVD Set ]
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4. Bollywood on the Bend
by Sangeeta Wadhwani
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A rivetting novel that takes you to the heart of the contemporary Bollywood factory. Executive Editor of HELLO!, author Sangeeta Wadhwani weaves in her true life encounters with the industry's A-list stars like Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, Shilpa Shetty, AR Rahman with a racy fictional narrative which traces how four young talents with global exposure plot, cast, script and shoot a blockbuster 'noir' Bollywood film.

The novel is filled with insights into what makes contemporary cinema an apt mirror to changing values, styles of working, new age ideas and relationship templates. Tamana, the main protagonist, also has hallucinatory conversations with Hindu Gods and Goddesses, which in a way, updates Hindumythology for a whole new generation.

This book is already a best seller in India... ... Read more


5. Hrithik Roshan
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Hrithik Roshan (born 10 January 1974) is an Indian actorwho appears in Bollywood films. After having appeared infilms as a child actor in the 1980s, Roshan made his filmdebut in a leading role in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai (2000).The film was a major success, and Roshan's performanceearned him Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Best MaleDebut. He has been noted for his performances in films likeKoi... Mil Gaya (2003), Krrish (2006), Dhoom 2 (2006) andJodhaa Akbar (2008) which are also his biggest commercialsuccesses so far, and for which he won numerous Best Actorawards. In 2008, Roshan received his first internationalaward at the Golden Minbar International Film Festival inKazan, Russia for his performance in Jodhaa Akbar. Roshanhas thus established himself as one of the leading actorsof Bollywood. ... Read more


6. Indian Child Actors: Aamir Khan, Bobby Deol, Sonu Nigam, Hrithik Roshan, Sridevi, Urmila Matondkar, Sanjay Dutt, Azharuddin Mohammed Ismail
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Chapters: Aamir Khan, Bobby Deol, Sonu Nigam, Hrithik Roshan, Sridevi, Urmila Matondkar, Sanjay Dutt, Azharuddin Mohammed Ismail, Farida Jalal, Kishan Shrikanth, Rishi Kapoor, Shashi Kapoor, Rubina Ali, Suresh Gopi, Aftab Shivdasani, Darsheel Safary, Sabu Dastagir, Padmini Kolhapure, Hansika Motwani, Kunal Khemu, Sarika, Suhani Kalita, Amey Pandya, Ayush Mahesh Khedekar, Tanay Chheda, Sridevi Vijaykumar, Rajat Tokas, Roja Ramani, Sheela, Daisy Irani, Poornitha, Vinayak Doval, Shriya Sharma, Vaishnavi, Parzan Dastur, Sanusha, Ayesha Kapoor, Jhanak Shukla, Amoolya, Ahsaas Channa, Parth Dave, List of Former Child Actors From India, Benaf Dadachandji, Ashutosh Lobo Gajiwala. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 199. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Bobby Deol born as Vijay Singh Deol (Hindi: , Punjabi: ), on January 27, 1967, is a Bollywood actor. Born into an acting family of Jat ethnicity, Deol is the son of the acclaimed Bollywood actor Dharmendra and the brother of Sunny Deol, also a successful actor in the Mumbai based Indian film industry. Deol has been featured mostly in thriller films, often playing wealthy but vulnerable middle class characters, affected by the corrupt establishment and women and often propelled into crime to avenge the deaths of loved ones. His films commonly involve themes of jealousy, deceit and revenge and in his more romantic thrillers often involve him caught in love triangles. Deol was awarded the Filmfare Best Debut Award for his role in the 1995 film Barsaat and was later nominated for the Filmfare Best Actor Award for his performance in Humraaz in 2002. Bobby Deol was born into a Jat family and is the second son of Bollywood movie star Dharmendra and Prakash Kaur. He is the younger brother of Sunny Deol (born 1956). Bobby Deol was born in Mumbai, Mahara...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=1041799 ... Read more


7. Un rubî en la India: la actriz latina llega a Bollywood, la meca del cine de Oriente, donde protagoniza la pelîcula "Kites", junto al actor Hrithik Roshan. ... An article from: Semana
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Title: Un rubî en la India: la actriz latina llega a Bollywood, la meca del cine de Oriente, donde protagoniza la pelîcula "Kites", junto al actor Hrithik Roshan. Con esta producciôn marca un hito al abrir las puertas para otros actores del Continente Americano. Preciosa.(Entrevista)
Author: Paula Santilli
Publication: Semana (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 23, 2010
Publisher: Newspan Media
Volume: 17Issue: 899Page: 19(2)

Article Type: Entrevista

Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning ... Read more


8. Jodha Akbar - (Blu Ray)
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5-0 out of 5 stars Rich & Luscious
This film is different from other Bollywood movies I've seen. It's an historic epic, a rich tapestry of mid-16th century Hindustan (India).I must say I was very impressed.The cinematography, costumes, set design were outstanding.The two religions, Islam and Hindu, were treated with sensitivity and respect.
Indian stars, Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai, were totally believable as the great Muslim emperor and his unwilling Hindi bride.Also, they are both beautiful to look at.And what chemistry!If you're a female, a couple of scenes will make you swoon...seriously.
Supporting roles were also well acted (except in a few instances when it might have been a little much).Those are minor faults and easily overlooked.
Indians love their music and dancing and here, both were appropriate and integral to the story.Quite lovely actually.
Bottom line...if you like a movie that's luscious, romantic, full of action and drama, you will LOVE
Jodhaa Akbar.Just be sure to get the BluRay version.It's worth it.

5-0 out of 5 stars Amazing movie and Amazing Blueray disk
OK, they took a lot of liberty with history here. Among all the Islamic invaders and marauders who wrecked havoc with Hindus in India, Jallaluddin Mohammad Akbar was, relatively speaking one of the few good guys. So I'll let the gushingglorification of him pass.

But asentertainment goes, this is one hellavamovie. At the beginning, it may look like a war movie, but the wars and battles and court intrigues are only a backdrop for the romance between Akbarthe young Sufi Emperor and Jodha, the independent and proud Hindu Rajput Princesswho had marry him for political reasons. She is a very independent and religious (Hindu)and stands her ground on her faith. He although in position of power respects her and amused at her initially and then slowly falls in love with her. It's a nice romantic journey.

Aishvaria Rai and Hrithic Roshan were transformed into these two real historical characters . They look different and nice.


The rich scenery and color is just awesome. There is even this sufi spiritual song, Khwaja Mere Khwaja - by A R Rahman that I love. You can put it in a loop and listen to it forever.

The quality of the DVD was very satisfying. The cinematography was breathtaking. The true to life Palaces around northern India are brought to life and I now feel like making a pilgrimage to all those wonderful breathtaking locations.

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9. Stretch Yourself
by Hrithik Roshan
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10. Morning Prayers with Pandit Ravi Shankar
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CD 01 CD 02 SuprabhatanRaga : Ahir Lalit Divine Salutations to Lord ShivaRaga; Kaushi BhairavTabla: Pandit Chaturlal Call of SivaRaga: Nat BhairavAlap: Jod, Gat and Jhala An Ode to the Living God "SUN"Raga: Malaymarutam Divine Salutations of Goddess "SHAKTI"Raga: ParmeshwariMadhyalaya and Drut JodTabla: Ustad AllarakhaTanpura: Ananda and Pranesh Divine BeginningRaga: Asa Bhairav - EktaalGat in Vilambit Teentaal and Drut EktaalTabla : Ustad Zakir HussainLive In Concert ... Read more


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*Ye Tera Mera Milna (Aap Kaa Surroor) *Tere Layee (Fool n Final) *Woh Ajnabi (The Train) *Mera Yaar (Shootout At Lokhandwala) *Miss You Everyday (Kya Love Story Hai) *Assalaam Vaalekum (Aap Kaa Surroor) *Shaka Laka Boom Boom (Shakalaka Boom Boom) *Beete Lamhein (The Train) *Teri Yaad Aati Hai (Kisi Din) *Thare Vaste (Shaka Laka Boom Boom) *Aye Khuda (Kya Love Story Hai) *Salaam-E-Ishq Ishq (Salaam-E-Ishq) *Sajnaji Vari Vari (Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.) *Mera Pehla Pehla Pyar (Mera Pehla Pehla Pyar) *Ye Dooriyan (Fool n Final) ... Read more


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1. Bumbro2. Chupke Se Sun3. Rind Posh Maal4. Socho Ke Jheelon Ka5. Maaf Karo6. So Ja Chanda7. Dhuan Dhuan ... Read more


15. The Best of Pankaj Udhas
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10 ORIGINAL TRACKS RELEASED BY MUSIC INDIA LTD.(BOMBAY) ... Read more


16. Sadhana - Devotional Songs By Lata Mangeshkar
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DOUBLE DISCTOTAL TRACKS: 18 DEVOTIONAL ORIGINAL TRACKS ... Read more


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*Sab Bhula Kai, *Shayad, *Bichar Kai Bhee, *Kaash, *Pukaar, *Jilawatan, *Wujud, *Kismat, *Soch, *Kuch Naheen, *Nishaan ... Read more


18. Ta Ra Rum Pum
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1.Ta Ra Rum Pum 2.Hey Shona 3.Nachle Ve 4. Ta Ra Rum Pum Tararumpum 5. Ab To Forever 6. Saaiyaan ... Read more

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4-0 out of 5 stars Saif Ali Khan in a racing suit ...
... looks more like a real race car driver than most real race car drivers and he is very believable in TaRArumPUM.I am a poor person to review this movie because I am burnt out on car racing of any kind - real or pretend. The first time I watched this DVD I fell asleep during the first race sequence. The second time I watched this DVD I selected Play All Songs and found it very enjoyable and worth the purchase for the music and dancing alone.Then I watched the movie from beginning to end while fast forwarding through all the race scenes and found a pretty nice full length film still left.

Rani Mukherjee is again perfect in every way. Early in the story she plays a very cute tipsy girl stuck in a date with a useless yuppie type. Her magnetism from this scene carries over into a wild street dance with Saif Khan. All the actors (including the child actors) turn in 5-star performances in what I see as a 3-star film so I give it a 4.

5-0 out of 5 stars I cried
I loved this story very tuching and it also shows a beautiful New York :)

3-0 out of 5 stars Well made average family movie
This is a sentimental cheesy family movie.
In brief it starts with a romance between a rich girl Rani Mukergee) and struggling young man (Saif Ali Khan) who, with her support, becomes a famous racing driver. Needless to say, there is a setback and the family faces challenges before a late rise in fortunes.
The couple's 2 kids feature from early in the movie so the story is about a family maintaining cheerfulness through the ups and downs of life. It is very much 'family in focus and includes a Disneyesque fusion of animation and the family dancing in one song.
There is one very catchy dance number near the beginning. The rest were Ok but, for me, not as memorable.
All the actors were good. I like Saif and Rani as actors and there chemistry always works when paired up (as they have been in several movies). Support actors are also good (particularly Javed Jaffrey who plays a friend of the couple).
The cinematography is good and race scenes suitably well-filmed and tense.
It was fine to watch once and I enjoyed the performances but I didn't feel a compulsion to revisit it. I felt a little disengaged and I'm not sure why. Despite a few tears shed by Rani my emotions weren't hooked enough. This may have also been because of the resolute upbeat quality of the characters that didn't make give me a heartfelt message (which I like) but rather seemed more like a more two-dimensional kids movie about being nice. The main characters seemed stubborn at a few crucial points and this ended up being celebrated as 'going with their pride' in a way that undermined sympathy. Did they really learn of were their fortunes just magically restored for a happy ending.
However as this movie seems to often rate around average perhaps others had that reaction. Fine family viewing but I have movies by Saif and Rani that I enjoyed more.

5-0 out of 5 stars Go win, cabby!"
I get my wish. TARA RUM PUM offers the re-teaming of Hum Tum DVD 2004 alumni Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji. Along the way, the city of New York receives the lively Bollywood treatment. Khan and Mukerji are two of the best actors in India right now and it's a treat to again see them playing off each other so well. Director Siddharth Anand, who also helmed the vastly entertaining Salaam | Namaste (another Saif Ali Khan vehicle, co-starring Preity Zinta), delivers the goods here as we are treated to a resilient and lovely family struggling under great duress, but a family whom I greatly wish were my neighbors.

Plot SPOILERS begin:

This time, Saif Ali Khan plays Rajveer Singh, a lowly pit crew tire changer who dreams of being a race car driver. One auspicious New York day, Rajveer inadvertently impresses a racing team manager with his driving skills AND bumps into (but then loses) the love of his life. Rajveer ends up being hired as the new driver for the downtrodden Speeding Saddles team. Finding the girl again proves to be more problematic. But Rajveer and the girl do meet again, and in that very same night. Her name is Radhika (Rani Mukerji), a pianist and daughter of a wealthy businessman. As Radhika and Rajveer (or RV, which is deemed a catchier name) fall in love, Rajveer's racing career skyrockets and, shortly, he becomes the nation's top car racer.

Even though her father predicts doom and gloom for her relationship with RV, Radhika marries him. Years elapse, and she gives birth to two beautiful children, Priya (aka "Princess") and Ranveer (aka "Champ"). Life is beautiful for the Singh family, but, then, tragedy strikes when RV has a grievous racing accident, which takes him out of competition for a year. Upon his return to the sport, it's quickly evident that RV has lost something (courage?). After several losses in a row, RV is let go by Speeding Saddles, which ruins him financially. He's forced to auction off his house and belongings and move his family into the slum tenements of Cabby Alley. Wishing not to burden their children, RV and Radhika tell them that they're competing in a reality show called "Don't Worry, Be Happy" and that their move to Cabby Alley and their state of poorness are merely temporary. Thus, Radhika takes up playing the keys at restaurants and birthday parties, while RJ picks up whatever menial jobs he's able to. But, as the bills mount and things become even more desperate, how long can RV and Radhika keep up the facade?

SPOILERS end.

It is absolutely the oh-so-compatible pairing of Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji which makes the movie work (only Preity Zinta seems to have better chemistry with Saif). They make perfect foils for each other as Saif's casual, off-the-cuff charm naturally balances Rani's poised approach. Their characters, when together, present that ideal fusion in which individual flaws (RV's flighty, fun loving nature & Rani's too focused practicality) actually become strengths. Saif is able to use his imagination to endlessly lighten their grim situation. Radhika is the rock, steadfast and devoted, to her husband and children. These are good parents.

TARA RUM PUM becomes instantly ingratiating as, early on, a child's voice begins her film narration ("I love papa and his bad habits."), and the flashbacks begin. Pretty much every character in this film is likable, with the exceptions of the sneering Rusty Finkelstein and the nasty Speeding Saddles owner. I've mentioned Saif and Rani ad nauseam, we know how good they are. But Jaaved Jaffrey (the Crocodile Dundee Hindi in SALAAM NAMASTE) also makes a mark as Harry, Saif's manager and friend. Meanwhile, the kids are cute, deliver solid performances, and don't get in the way.

Sensing that I'd enjoy this movie, naturally, I purchased the handsome 2 dvd set. Disc one has the feature film. Disc 2 doesn't have English sub-titles but does contain the following: the 21-minutes-long "Making Of" feature; a "Making of the Animated Song" featurette; almost 3 minutes of outtakes; 46 seconds deleted from the melodic title song; 16 minutes of deleted scenes, which are worth viewing as they do serve to fill in and round out several moments in the film (why the kids sleep in the hammocks, the intro of the Cabby Alley folks, Radhika and RV doing accounts in his cab, etc.); and the theatrical and TV promos. The dvd package also comes with a "Family Photo Frame" in which you can stick on pictures of your family. Overall, not bad special features. And the cast and crew converse in enough English that you do get a sense of what's going on, even if you don't speak Hindi (like me).

TARA RUM PUM tells of the lengths parents will go thru to shield their children from the harshness of the real world. But it also tells of the sacrifices children will make for their parents. The movie's not as hokey as you'd think, thanks mostly to the quality of the acting and, by extension, the directing. Rani and Saif know when to restrain themselves while presenting a certain level of sincerity. Thus, when the dam finally breaks and tears trickle and the arguments and accusations fly, they are all the more effective. And, yes, there's crying and arguing. Had to happen, they're only human. But, still, in this family's unflagging attempts to cope and overcome and to maintain cheerful, positive dispositions in the face of all the ever piling on of crap, the film becomes an engaging celebration of life. With effectively shot racing sequences, mostly upbeat songs (including a live action/animated number, wherein Bollywood, so ingrained in its traditions, doesn't even allow CG bears to innocently kiss), a certain contemporary feel (I mean, it is New York), TARA RUM PUM ends up being an endearing family feature with a hopeful message to impart. I've said this before, here it is again: Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji need to team up...again. And again. And again. And then maybe one more.

5-0 out of 5 stars "Go win, cabby!"
I get my wish. TARA RUM PUM offers the re-teaming of Hum Tum DVD 2004 alumni Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji. Along the way, the city of New York receives the lively Bollywood treatment. Khan and Mukerji are two of the best actors in India right now and it's a treat to again see them playing off each other so well. Director Siddharth Anand, who also helmed the vastly entertaining Salaam | Namaste (2 Disc Set) (another Saif Ali Khan vehicle, co-starring Preity Zinta), delivers the goods here as we are treated to a resilient and lovely family struggling under great duress, but a family whom I greatly wish were my neighbors.

Plot SPOILERS begin:

This time, Saif Ali Khan plays Rajveer Singh, a lowly pit crew tire changer who dreams of being a race car driver. One auspicious New York day, Rajveer inadvertently impresses a racing team manager with his driving skills AND bumps into (butthen loses) the love of his life. Rajveer ends up being hired as the new driver for the downtrodden Speeding Saddles team. Finding the girl again proves to be more problematic. But Rajveer and the girl do meet again, and in that very same night. Her name is Radhika (Rani Mukerji), a pianist and daughter of a wealthy businessman. As Radhika and Rajveer (or RV, which is deemed a catchier name) fall in love, Rajveer's racing career skyrockets and, shortly, he becomes the nation's top car racer.

Even though her father predicts doom and gloom for her relationship with RV, Radhika marries him. Years elapse, and she gives birth to two beautiful children, Priya (aka "Princess") and Ranveer (aka "Champ"). Life is beautiful for the Singh family, but, then, tragedy strikes when RV has a grievous racing accident, which takes him out of competition for a year. Upon his return to the sport, it's quickly evident that RV has lost something (courage?). After several losses in a row, RV is let go by Speeding Saddles, which ruins him financially. He's forced to auction off his house and belongings and move his family into the slum tenements of Cabby Alley. Wishing not to burden their children, RV and Radhika tell them that they're competing in a reality show called "Don't Worry, Be Happy" and that their move to Cabby Alley and their state of poorness are merely temporary. Thus, Radhika takes up playing the keys at restaurants and birthday parties, while RJ picks up whatever menial jobs he's able to. But, as the bills mount and things become even more desperate, how long can RV and Radhika keep up the facade?

SPOILERS end.

It is absolutely the oh-so-compatible pairing of Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji which makes the movie work (only Preity Zinta seems to have better chemistry with Saif). They make perfect foils for each other as Saif's casual, off-the-cuff charm naturally balances Rani's poised approach. Their characters, when together, present that ideal fusion in which individual flaws (RV's flighty, fun loving nature & Rani's too focused practicality) actually become strengths. Saif is able to use his imagination to endlessly lighten their grim situation. Radhika is the rock, steadfast and devoted, to her husband and children. These are good parents.

TARA RUM PUM becomes instantly ingratiating as, early on, a child's voice begins her film narration ("I love papa and his bad habits."), and the flashbacks begin. Pretty much every character in this film is likable, with the exceptions of the sneering Rusty Finkelstein and the nasty Speeding Saddles owner. I've mentioned Saif and Rani ad nauseam, we know how good they are. But Jaaved Jaffrey (the Crocodile Dundee Hindi in SALAAM NAMASTE) also makes a mark as Harry, Saif's manager and friend. Meanwhile, the kids are cute, deliver solid performances, and don't get in the way.

Sensing that I'd enjoy this movie, naturally, I purchased the handsome 2 dvd set. Disc one has the feature film. Disc 2 doesn't have English sub-titles but does contain the following: the 21-minutes-long "Making Of" feature; a "Making of the Animated Song" featurette; almost 3 minutes of outtakes; 46 seconds deleted from the melodic title song; 16 minutes of deleted scenes, which are worth viewing as they do serve to fill in and round out several moments in the film (why the kids sleep in the hammocks, the intro of the Cabby Alley folks, Radhika and RV doing accounts in his cab, etc.); and the theatrical and TV promos. The dvd package also comes with a "Family Photo Frame" in which you can stick on pictures of your family. Overall, not bad special features. And the cast and crew converse in enough English that you do get a sense of what's going on, even if you don't speak Hindi (like me).

TARA RUM PUM tells of the lengths parents will go thru to shield their children from the harshness of the real world. But it also tells of the sacrifices children will make for their parents. The movie's not as hokey as you'd think, thanks mostly to the quality of the acting and, by extension, the directing. Rani and Saif know when to restrain themselves while presenting a certain level of sincerity. Thus, when the dam finally breaks and tears trickle and the arguments and accusations fly, they are all the more effective. And, yes, there's crying and arguing. Had to happen, they're only human. But, still, in this family's unflagging attempts to cope and overcome and to maintain cheerful, positive dispositions in the face of all the ever piling on of crap, the film becomes an engaging celebration of life. With effectively shot racing sequences, mostly upbeat songs (including a live action/animated number, wherein Bollywood, so ingrained in its traditions, doesn't even allow CG bears to innocently kiss), a certain contemporary feel (I mean, it is New York), TARA RUM PUM ends up being an endearing family feature with a hopeful message to impart. I've said this before, here it is again: Saif Ali Khan and Rani Mukerji need to team up...again. And again. And again. And then maybe one more. ... Read more


19. Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani
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1-0 out of 5 stars Some fight scene here!....Three Stooges could have done better!
I have viewed a lot of foreign film, and it seems the worst always comes out of India, with the exception of the master filmmaker Satyajit Ray.And I reiterate, the exception.

I don't know what Ghar Ghar Ki Kahani translates to in English, but after viewing this 2.5 hr.lengthy film, it doesn't matter.The director T Prakash Rao has directed many films and this was made in 1970.There is a little of old fashioned Bollywood dances, which to me, always an interruption to flow of the movie, and usually, the translation of lyrics of the music is always missing.For the story, the English translation lacks the mark that indicates when another voice is speaking.

The premise of the film is good vs evil, a film on morality.A respectable working man and his wife have three children, who like any kids need things, want things, but sometimes the money just isn't there.The father gives the teen, Ravi, an opportunity to handle the family finances for several months to educate that money basically doesn't grow on trees.Ravi does exceptionally well as he manages his father's salary.The children become a little too perfect as they experience this management foregoing their needs to make the budget work.

There are two additional families here, one is in-laws to the main characters, and the other are friends; they live with bribes and gambling, etc.So you can get an idea that the two comparisons of good and evil come across in the form of work ethic morality.

As I mentioned, these India/Hindi films are basically pretty bad, I have seen a few.I can't understand how some of these films get by.The acting is bad, the movements are not orchestrated well, the story is always without a challenge, usually no-brainers and somehow many base the story on morality, without giving the viewer a challenge.

What is worst is the fight scene at the end with young teens.It is sooo pathetic that I swear if the Three Stooges didn't do better.The sound effects were off, and a punch to the face always had a sound of a short slap.So baaaddd!........

If you want to see what I view as one of the worst Indian films, shot in San Francisco) that there should give you a clue, it is Sharada also called Anish.Same movie, two different titles.For another bad Indian film in the 90s, try Baghban. This one does the morality thing too.And what about those DVD covers for these and many other Indian films.They ALL show the same thing, faces..faces..faces, nothing more.These are some very bad Indian films.......Rizzo
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20. Jodhaa Akbar - DVD - Hrithik /Aishwarya
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Jodhaa Akbar is a sixteenth century love story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true love between a great Mughal emperor, Akbar, and a Rajput princess, Jodhaa. Political success knew no bounds for Emperor Akbar (Hrithik Roshan). After having secured the Hindu Kush, he furthered his realm by conquest until his empire extended from Afghanistan to the Bay of Bengal, and from the Himalayas to the Godavari River . Through a shrewd blend of tolerance, generosity, and force, Akbar won musichouse4u.com the allegiance of the Rajputs, the most belligerent Hindus. But little did Akbar know that when he married Jodhaa (Aishwarya), a fiery Rajput princess, in order to further strengthen his relations with the Rajputs, he would in turn be embarking upon a new journey - the journey of true love.The daughter of King Bharmal of Amer, Jodhaa resented being reduced to a mere political pawn in this marriage of alliance, and Akbar's biggest challenge now did not merely lie in winning battles, but in winning the love of Jodhaa - a love hidden deep below resentment and extreme prejudice. Jodhaa-Akbar is their untold love story. ... Read more


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