[ad#post-large] After the success of Rakht Charitra 1, the sequel Rakht Charitra 2, expectedly developed the story of power, dominance and revenge that was showcased in Rakht Charitra 1. The sequel, which has been released within a short interval of time, is again focusing on the rivalry between Vivek Oberoi and Suriya. The Plot This time, it is Surya Narayan Reddy or … [Read more...]
Katrina Kaif and Kareena Kapoor – Compared!
Who is the reigning Bollywood superstar when it comes to our beauties – Kareena Kapoor or Katrina Kaif? It seems both the ladies are at loggerheads to prove their acting talents to Bollywood wh0s-who. While some may consider comparing the two beauty queens to be preposterous and biased, we are definitely not the first ones to do so! Electronic media and print media are full of … [Read more...]
When Bollywood Dance Was Traditional Indian Dance
[ad#post] Remember Waheeda Rahman in Guide? Her impromptu dance on a truck full of hay and on the ramparts of a temple to the tune of "Aaj phir jeene ki tamanna hai" is one of the most memorable dances in Hindi film music. There was a joyfulness and simplicity to this song and you wanted to join her while she danced with careless abandon. There were no extra dancers or … [Read more...]
Why Bollywood Movies Never Win at the Academy Awards
The Oscars, formally known as The Academy Awards, are still oblivious to the magnanimous pools of talent that lie within Bollywood’s professionals. These awards are one of the most prestigious award ceremonies in the world of film-making and winning an Oscar (in spite of all its criticisms) is still considered as an achievement by all and sundry. Every year, one of our desi … [Read more...]
Where has all the lyricism gone?
Have you also felt that in the last decade or so there has been a sharp decline in the lyricism of Bollywood Film music? There have been many hit Bollywood songs and each new era brings forth a new musician or lyricist into the forefront but somewhere we have lost out on beautifully worded music. Earlier, lyrics were provided by stalwarts such as Sahir Ludhianvi and … [Read more...]