For most people the words Dum Maaro Dum are synonymous with a sensual, swaying, yet drugged Zeenat Aman in Hare Rama Hare Krishna, her debut film. Today, Rohan Sippy has used the same phrase and also the same tune as the background of his new film, Dum Maaro Dum, being released on April 22nd. The previews of the film give us glimpses of a … [Read more...]
The “Feel Good Films” Trend – Escapist fare or Just Pure Entertainment
Movie halls have always been places where we escape to, where we hope to leave our woes and concerns outside the door. We spend some time watching other people make a fool of themselves, or watch something that makes one feel that all izz well with the world. Our desire to come out of the movie theaters happy and smiling is one of the major reasons why lately, we have been … [Read more...]
Madhuri Dixit – India’s Favourite Dancer
If there is one thing that Bollywood actors and actresses have always been known for, its their dance. The gyrating moves, scintillating expressions and graceful dancing styles in movies have invariably helped in popularizing songs in the movies. So we asked our self, who has been the most famous dancer in the industry and only one name comes to my mind - Madhuri … [Read more...]
Baraats and Dulhaniyas – Bollywood’s Favourite Themes
This year has begun with two films which have hit the box office gold and have given the Bollywood industry some hope for the future of this year's collections. Both Band Baaja Baraat and Tanu Weds Manu have surprised us and delighted us with their lively ambience and their free for all contemporary stories and also due to the fact that they are openly targeting Bollywood's … [Read more...]
Fanciful and Unrealistic – Bollywood’s Oft Repeated Storylines
All of us accept the fact that there are many aspects of Bollywood films which cannot be questioned. We just recognize them as part of the melodrama which is Hindi cinema and even though they are highly implausible, we accept the perennial strong heroes, the fragile women, the creepy villains, etc., etc. There are few themes which keep persisting, and some day, hopefully, they … [Read more...]