Date of Release: April 8, 2011 Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Irrfan Khan, Suneil Shetty, Celina Jaitley and Rimi Sen. Director: Anees Bazmee Producers: Ronnie Screwvala, Twinkle Khanna Come April 8th and we shall see Akshay Kumar in yet another romantic comedy- Thank You. In the movie, Bobby, Irrfan and Suneil play the roles of Raj, Vikram and … [Read more...]
A Comedy of Errors?
As everyone awaits the release of Akshay Kumar’s latest comedy Thank You, we wonder if this one's going to be any different from his recent releases. It all started with the Khiladi movies. The comedy in the likes of Main Khiladi Tu Anadi and Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi did a very good job of entertaining. Then came the Priyadarshan directed hit- Hera Pheri. The trio of Akshay Kumar, … [Read more...]
The Evolution of the Indian Superhero
In a dark alley, a woman screams as a few armed and masked men seek to rob her. A figure moves swiftly in the dark, takes down all the men with his sheer strength. Saves the lady, saves the day. Another day another place, the same figure appears and rescues several children caught in a fire. The city believes their saviour is here. But for how long?... This is how some of the … [Read more...]
Movies with a Message- A New Recipe for Success
Have you ever walked out of a movie hall feeling a sudden surge of patriotism? Or maybe, frustration at the current political system in place in our country? Felt resentment towards those who indulge in racial/caste-based discrimination? Or, the pain of those suffering from acute poverty or some congenital disorder? I’m sure most of you have felt one or more of the above … [Read more...]
Da-banggs and Booms of 2010
2010 was replete with Bollywood related gossip and news. As many faded into oblivion, several new news-makers appeared on the Bollywood scene. Here we take a look at five of the top stories of the year that made the headlines. Ipl 3- Many Bollywood stars were more in cricket related news than that about films. The third edition of the Indian Premier League saw stars … [Read more...]