Rockstar : by Imtiaz Ali

Rockstar is the latest offering from the very talented young turk by the name of Imtiaz Ali who is just 3 films old.

Ranbir plays Janardhan Jhakar, a wag who transforms into a forbidden and splenetic Rockstar, rechristened as Jordan.

Nargis plays Jhakhar's love interest who makes her debut with this film is half Pakistani , half Czech model.

Jakhar is in love with music and needs to feel the pain for becoming a superlative musician as advised by his confidante , Khatana played impressively by Kumud Mishra.

The initial film moments bring a smile to your face as JJ tries woo Heer(Nargis) and stalks her to get attention.

Imtiaz Ali , the director has showed great sense of maturity and depth in dealing with a complex relationship paradigm between JJ and Heer. There are no simple answers to the  passion and love for each other inspite of Heer getting married and moving to Prague.

The second half  meanders though with the affair in European heartland and makes way for an open ended yet poignant finale.

Nargis is ordinary and her diction and performance left a lot to be desired. A special tribute to the original rockstar in Shammi ji portraying a shehnai virtuoso.

The abutment of Ranbir's portrayal of Jordan in the post interval reels with his goofiness in the first half proves what mettle this actor is made of !!

He has left his contemporaries far behind in the race . It’s a gripping performance – from Janardan’s edginess and non confidence to Jordan’s volatile self! – Ranbir has absolutely nailed it! 

Sadda Haq , an anthem as we speak , would not be the same without Ranbir making the track his own on stage. He literally wraps in Mohit Chauhan's crackerjack renditions all along, convincing me of Jordan's pain!

A.R. Rahman is now a nifty musician , an untouchable force who is the backbone of this cinematic experience. The way his notes showcase the unpredictability yet innocence of Jordan , the brash Rockstar deserves an ovation -  Sadda Haq , Jo Bhi Main , Nadaan Parinde are my picks.

Morrison & Cobain make way for an Indian version to root for , a true blue hysteria inducing Rocker!

Rating : 4.0/5.0

London Dreams : by Vipul Shah

London Dreams talks about an emotion called ' Envy'

++Pluses

Ajay & Salman's nerve cracking performances

-- Minuses

Shankar ,Ehsaan, Loy's Dud Music

Asin - A waste of talent

Plot is reminiscent of yesteryears

Disappointing Climax

Way off target Vipul , Namaste London was better :)

Rating : 2.5/5.0

Rock On!! : by Abhishek Kapoor

Aditya ( Farhan) ,
Joe (Arjun) ,
Rob(Luke) .
KD(Purab) ... have created Magik(the band name) .

Rock on!! is simply an exhilarating experience for any cine goer who has been aspiring to be a Rock Star sometime in his/her life .

Its about chasing your dreams and pursuing what you are passionate about !!!

The story starts with a band of 4 friends , in glory of making it big , staging concerts in front of huge crowds , getting contract deals and all the moolah ..

In all this the friendship fades into oblivion , as rifts widens distances

Years later fate conspires to bring them together again and set them on a journey back to where they left off... a soul-searching journey into their past...

Prachi Desai plays Farhan's Wife in the film , has done exceptionally well in portraying a woman in search of her husband who is running away from his past! ..

Key Moments which I felt were too many too list :) :) ..

• Band Magik jamming sessions , the money raising gig ( is just hilarious)
• The Band signing the music contract.
• Prachi's non-tiring effort in bringing happiness in their lives.
• Purab and Luke's one-liners put a smile on your face , stages a reunion for the band.
• The End-Credits where in the band re-unites and bury the hatchet.

Special Mention : The supporting ensemble is terrific in terms of the Arjun's wife played by Shahana Goswami and Koel Puri playing Prachi's friend!!

Music .. more than words , it is melodic Rock to the core , not for hardcore Metal guys , but it works , BIGGG TIME!!

Credit goes to Farhan for bringing a new flavour to alternative rock with his husky unique voice and Shankar Ehasaan Loy in tapping it in full force ....
My Fav Tracks :

1. Sinbad the Sailor
2. Rock On!!
3. Phir Dekhiye
4. Ye Tumahari Meri Baatein.
5. Pichle Saat Dino Mein

.... Farhan excels as an actor and so does his bandwagon!!

Rock On!!!! ..... KICKSS ASS

Rating : 4.5/5.0

Aaja Nachle : by Anil Mehta

DANCE

Its a spiritual art , its an outlet to express , do it like no one's watching..

Madhuri epitomizes dance

Aaja Nachle is all about celebration of energy,passion,vigour,madness of

dancing.

The facts above are true ..... but on celluloid the result is disappointing

Madhuri after a long hiatus has done a decent job , but her americanization has done her no good.

The plot is all about saving a theater in a small village called Shamli , and Diya takes the task of putting a fine show with amateur people proving Art wins over luxuries such as shopping malls.

The supporting cast is passe' , wasting talents like Konkana Sen in no-brain-roles.The music is ordinary , only the title song ringing some bells.

The final hours of the movie , were unbearable reminding me of a dud musical drama Jhoom Baraabar Jhoom

This Gorgeous foot tapper gives the current crop run for their money even at the age of mid-40's.

Madhuri deserved a gala welcome ,though I'm longing for her next with waited breaths.

Rating: 2.0/5.0

Saawariya : by Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Saawariya ... "beloved" in true sense is a film which reminds you of a serene ballad.

First n foremost ,hail the debutants for a show they have put up under the guidance of SLB.

Ranbir is a natural and plays the boy-next-door happy-go-lucky fallen-in-love chappy. Performance of a kind you expect from a kin of the RK family. Sonam Kapoor as Sakina , is raw yet has the ability to surprise you in some portions of the movie.


The film is all about the most talked emotion "Love". Ranbir as Raj , a bundle of joy , falls in love with a girl who is awaiting her beloved.

This unconditional love is the base of the film and is carried through with deluge of songs ( absolute mirror image of the non-song wonder Black) .

Rani Mukherjee and Zohra Sehgal are the pillars of strength for Ranbir's character.Salman is completely wasted and any other actor could have done his part. The lack of pace in the storyline can allow the viewer a nap or two .. so watch it at your own risk !!

Music of the movie is surreal , Monty Sharma , a debutant showing his skills for the same ( Jab Se Tere Naina and the Title song Saawariya are really melodic)

In a nutshell , the blue canvas painted by SLB with 2 bright adolescent strokes makes me literally cry for more , fourth time running ( Khamoshi , Hum Dil , Black .. ) .. it can go either way for you.

Rating : 3.0/5.0

Jhoom Barabar Jhoom : by Shaad Ali

Caution : People having an iota of cinematic experience please stay away from the worst movie to come out in last 5 years .

Saving Grace: The Title track is foot-tapping..really is!!

Rating : Save me from this predicament..