Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... Reviews

• Yet another great film from Karan Johar.

  
  By ACVFTS9X2MKJ8 on 2003-12-24
  This is one of my favorite two Bollywood films. If you watch this film and "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai", you will be hooked on Indian films. You will know what Bollywood is all about.

  This is a story about a man named Rohan (Hrithik Roshan) who wonders what happened to his older brother Rahul (Shahrukh Khan). He overheard his grandmother talking about how Rohan's father asked his eldest son to leave home because he fell in love with a girl from the village. Rahul married the village girl and moved to London. So Rohan sets about a quest to find his older brother in London and bring him home to their father to try to make amends. Rohan's and Rahul's father (Amitabh Bachchan) is too proud to admit that he misses his son and knows that his wife (Jaya Bachchan), is tramatically heartbroken and without peace with Rahul gone.

  This is a very colorful film which really flaunts the lifestyle of the filthy rich. All the costumes are so beautiful, and all the songs in this film are truly enjoyable. This film also stars Kajol, Kareena Kapoor, and a small part with my favorite actress Rani Mukherjee. If you saw "Asoka", this is also where you saw Shahrukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor together. And if you saw "Mission Kashmir", that is where you saw Hrithik Roshan. And also, if you are familiar, at all, about Bollywood films, you will know that Amitabh Bachchan is the most famous actor in the world (perhaps only the US may be the least familiar with him).

  Karan Johar has just released his third film called "Kal Ho Naa Ho" which stars (again) Shahrukh Khan, and also Saif Ali Khan, and Preity Zinta (also in "Mission Kashmir") . Pretty soon, you'll see how easy it is to start collecting movies of your favorite Bollywood stars. To download pictures of these stars and stills from these movies, go to www.IndiaFM.com . To find out other movies these stars are in, go to Amazon's www.IMDb.com .

  I am so glad to see that Amazon is making these Bollywood films available.
  
  

• "Yash, My Name Is Yash" ~ Family Ethics Versus True Love

  
  By A141HP4LYPWMSR on 2005-09-03
  Note: Hindi with English subtitles.
  
  Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) adopted son of a wealthy Indian family is disowned by his Father (Amitabh Bachchan) for refusing his arranged marriage and marrying Anjali (Kajol) a poor local girl. Brokenhearted, Rahul not only leaves the family estate, but leaves India altogether taking up residence in London, England.
  
  Ten years later his younger brother Rohan (Hrithik Roshan) goes in search of Rahul in hopes of mending the breach between father and son and restore family unity. Rohan was only a small boy when Rahul left, so when they meet again in London Rahul has no idea who he is. Rohan introduces himself saying, "Ash, my name is Ash," using his Father's name to stir his older brother's memories of home.
  
  So begins the deception. Pretending to be a college student named Yash in search of lodging he is taken in by Rahul's family. With his disguise firmly in place Rohan begins to work on Rahul's emotions and love for family and Mother India in an attempt to breakthrough the bitterness of the past.
  
  'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham' is one of three fantastic Indian films produced in the last couple of years. While the other two, 'Lagaan' and 'Pinjar' are not normative Indian films, this one takes advantage of all the usual Bollywood formulas. However it does it so perfectly you don't care.
  
  The sets and costumes are sumptuous beyond belief, while the music and dancing sways back and forth between mindboggling frenzy and sweet melancholy touching every human emotion imaginable. It doesn't get any better than this in Bollywood, or anywhere else for that matter!
  
  

• A Must See!!!!

  
  By A8PTF21LGF760 on 2004-03-12
  One of the Best Bollywood has produced
  K3G was the very first bollywood movie i saw. Almost immediately you are dragged into the world of colour and beauty that is missing from hollywood films. The storyline surrounds a rich indian family and what happens when you follow your heart instead of what others want for you; in this case the patriarch of the family played by Amitah Bachan an icon in bollywood. Rahul, played by Shahrukh Khan who by the way gives an awesome performance- is the oldest son of the family and is all set to take over the family business when he meets and fall in love with Anjali(played by Kajol) the niece of the lady who raised him who is unfortunately from the ' wrong side of the tracks' so to speak. His father on the other hand has already chosen a wife for him and when he refuses and marry the one he loves he is disinherited and moves to London. All of this is told to his younger brother Rohan played by bollywood lastest sensation Hritik Roshan,by his grandmother ten years later. At this point the movie has lost its colour and good vibes as it show a family torn apart by the separation. The mother played by Jaya Bachan mopes and grieves for the son that was ripped from her side by her uncomprimising husband whose word is law in the family. Rohan sets out for London to look for his brother to try to repair the damage done to his family and to return the joy that was missing from his mother's life. Rahul now lives with Anjali and their son Krish along with her sister Pooja who later becomes Rohan love interest in London. Rohan reignite the friendship he had with Pooja and gained access to the house wrangling an invitation to move in with the family so that he can try to find a way to get them to come back home. This second half of the movie while not as fun and lighthearted as the first half show all the things Rohan does to get the family back together and at the same time his courtship of Pooja. The climax of the movie happens when he strategises a meeting between his parents and his brother in a local shopping mall. The reunion between mother and son is so poignant and heartfelt that you can't help but to be dragged into the emotional scene as their eyes meet after ten long years of separation. Yet still nothing is resolved as the father still won't bend. The grandmother dies and the location moves back to India. Here the mother tries once again to have her son and husband talk through their problems, after another refusal she stand up to him and tells him exactly what she thought of him,at the same time, Rohan is pleading with Rahul to come back atleast once to visit his mother, to end the rift that separates the family, to put a smile back on his mother's face. This leads to a meeting between father and song that is emotional but true to real life and can be parallel to other father son situations in everyday life. This movie took me through a range of emotions. You laugh at the lovebirds antics and fall in love right along with them; you'll hate the father for his stuborness and snobby attitude and grieve with the mother who loses her heart and joy which was her son but also cheer her along when she stands up to her husband. A bright and colourful movie that invites you into a family from the other side of the world just to find they are no different from you own. The songs will become favourites and you find yourself dancing along with them. The chemistry between the cast is electrifying as a well chosen cast rarely is. You will not be disappointed and this will become a favourite in your collection garunteed.

  Also recommended: Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Diwane Dulhane La Jayenge, Kal Ho Naa Ho, Karun Arjun, Koi Mil Gaya
  
  

• National Geographic said it best when they said, "Shah Rukh Khan is God" (Feb 2005 issue)

  
  By AWXXUOYG8Q8M3 on 2006-06-07
  I have watched this movie at least a million times,and I still think it's perfect. Maybe that's one of the great things about Bollywood. There's literally something for everybody in just about every movie, but none more so than this one.
  
  If you are new to Bollywood, you must watch the Holy Trinity, in the following order, and I promise you will be hooked for life. First, DDLJ, or Diwale Dulhania de la Jayenge, or whatever it is. It is the most popular film in the history of the world, and that's a fact. That one stars the same couple as in this film, and there is absolutely no point ever discussing on-screen chemistry after you have seen Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol together. They are--why mince words? perfect. Then you must see Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. You will catch some cool references to DDLJ, and you will see a sexier and more mature Kajol, and SRK is quite different than in DDLJ--he is thinner, more mature, and much handsomer, though he is pretty insufferable in the first part of the movie.
  
  That's another point I'd like to make about Bollywood movies for you non-Desi newcomers to the fold. Each movie is really two movies: there is the fluff in the first half, and then things really get going in the second half. Remember this when you are ready to pull the plug halfway through the first half. Fast forward through the unbearable parts but stay with it. Things are going to get better. Much. Much. Better.
  
  Anyway, turning to the movie at hand, KKKG: Having watched the previous two SRK-Kads starrers, you can now fully appreciate the musical references to KKHH and even DDLJ. But that's just one of the treats in store for you. This movie is indescribably rich and beautiful on so many levels. Don't miss it. It makes a great family entertainment, too--nothing anyone could find remotely objectionable. Everyone I've forced to watch it has without fail become hooked for life just like I am. Like the greatest works of art, you will be changed forever after you see it. Before I discovered these three films, I pretty much hated movies, but now I can honestly say K3G is my favorite movie of all time!
  
  

• Outstanding/Flawless/Humbling

  
  By A18MBO1U4DPY20 on 2005-04-30
  What Can I say about the movie popularly known as K3G? It has a massive star caste. You don't get to see the legendary Amitabh Bachan,SRK and Hrithik Roshan in one film. The story thought quite filmy is different from the ones I've watched. It has its own inertia. There are many scenes in this film that made me go numb. I saw this film in my early-late teens and I must say it came as a jolt to me.
  
  It's a family based drama. Easily the best Bollywood has ever put out. Karan Johar wins all respect for the kind of emotion he seeks to and manges to bring out in not just the characters but the audience too. I never heard anyone talk ill of this film simply cause its flawless. Now Now Now...if I had to describe the film to someone I'd say its about a father , a step son and a son. One very underlined motive behind this film is family values.
  
  I've seen previous films like Hum Aapke Hai Kaun and Maine Pyaar Kiya and a few others. With all due respect, I thought they were corny,overbloated and pointless. They tried to appeal to the mass audience and did but they never really struck any emotional chord with me. K3G has simple scenes that are so brilliantly directed that they actually brought a tear or ten to my eyes. I felt there was something wrong with me. Maybe it's the absolutely subtle niceness I noticed in a few characters.
  Hrithik never acted as good as he did in this film. There's this nice boyish non rebellious energy in him that leaves me confused.
  
  Jaya Bachchan was surprisingly good in the film. I have never liked her acting. Kareena Kapoor is good for her role.Kajol , who I for some reason held some contempt again delivers a great performance as a wife stuck between inlaws and her hubby. The introductions to the characters of Shah Rukh Khan and Hrithik were just outstanding.
  
  A very well thought out film. I noticed quite a few people cry shamelessly at the absolute feeling of being benighted in a lot of people who watched this film. Me for one.
  
  I can go on but I can't quiet comprehend the level of film making karan johar streched this film to. "Kaal" in comparison is very disappointing.
  
  
• fabulous Bollywood melodrama!
  By on 2003-08-27
  I'll admit, this was one of the first Bollywood films I had ever seen, but even after seeing a half-dozen others it is still my favorite. Drenched in luxurious locations and colors, this story of a family torn apart by love, pride and stern tradition is a real treat for the jaded American palate. It takes a while to willingly accept the cultural differences in plot and motivation - a son defying his father's choice of bride to choose his own is not something that would destroy a family in the West, but by the end of this movie you might find yourself getting teary-eyed too over the family's anguish.

  Filled with lavish song and dance numbers, a beautiful cast (men and women alike) and the kind of 3-hanky Victorian melodrama we've long scorned in the US, this film is a treat. Certain aspects of the movie, such as the 3-hour length and long, loving shots of weeping mothers and brothers get tiring after a while, but invest the time and effort and you'll enjoy the whole package. A great first film (after Monsoon Wedding, which is a more realistic introduction to Indian culture) for viewers wanting the full-out Bollywood experience!
  
  

• Substantive film concerning romanticism and tradition
  By A9E7JZ1328JC on 2004-01-09
  The perennial struggle of a couple who, being in love, goes against the traditions instilled in them by their parents, is common fare for the Indian cinematic industry (Bollywood). What makes "Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham" (K3G) so markedly distinct from the vast sea of Bollywood films that concern this topic, and what makes K3G much more meritorious, is its intimate portrayal of what happens in the aftermath of this conflict. Where typical Bollywood blockbusters such as "Saathiya" and "Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai" focus more of their story on the lives of the young couple that seek a relationship at the expense of severing the bonds with their families, K3G tends to emphasize the guilt and pain incurred by all sides - both children and parents - as children are estranged from their parents, when parents dogmatically preserve tradition, and children break free from the shackles of tradition, and rush headlong into romance. K3G gives a complex portrayal of Indian marriages and how central family life is to the whole affair, while also being empathetic to both the plight of the tradition bound parents and the romantically linked children, something uncharacteristic of Bollywood productions.

  K3G starts off when Rohan (Hrithik Roshan), who spent many years away from his family in boarding school, returns home. When Rohan inquires about the reasons behind his older brother, Rahul's (Shah Rukh Khan) departure, his grandmother tells of the events that lead to his brother severing ties with his father, Yashovardhan (Amitabh Bachchan), and his doting mother, Nandini. Hence, nearly half of K3G is told in a flashback. We learn that despite Rahul's adopted status, he is clearly the favorite of the two, ironically I suppose, because Yashovardhan and Nandini chose Rahul when they thought they could not produce a child naturally, hence Rahul seemed like a Godsend. Rahul, though reciprocating the intense love his parents had for him, eventually betrays, unintentionally, the patriarch of the family by falling in love and eloping with Anjali (Kajol), a girl who comes from a working class family whose background and lifestyle are much in contrast to the wealth, prestige, and opulence, that the Raichands enjoy. Thus, Rahul is disowned by his father. In the rest of K3G we see Rohan, who Rahul does not recognize because of years of separation, trying to coax his brother and his father into mending their relationship. Throughout this process we see how the void left by Rahul's flight and his father's dogmatism are affecting the family. Though Rahul has prospered financially on his own, with a seemingly bubbly family life, there is a definite sadness that wears on Rahul's face. Yashovardhan and Nandini though ostensibly close in the beginning of the film, are now slowly growning detached from each other.

  The acting from the three main stars (Bachchan, Roshan, and Khan) is superb. Each actor suffuses his performance with believable pathos. Granted tears flow so readily and profusely that they - especially Roshan and Khan - could probably fill up the Ganges ten times over, and this fact maybe a sign of overacting, but given the nature of the story, a little sappiness fits nicely. Yashovardhan's wife (Jaya Bachchan), is a woman who in keeping with her traditional role, stands by her man, even when he is mule headed. Yet at the same time Nandini shows uncharacteristic strength for a traditional Indian house wife, when she finally confronts her husband's stubbornness, and through some poignant dialogue that gives a tempered feminist reflection on conservative Indian culture, that respects tradition, but at the same time puts her husband and his pride in their place.

  The flaws in K3G are apparent when it decides to depart from its substance at specific intervals in its story, and seeks to be visually and verbally ostentatious. Maybe the producers, director, and writers behind K3G thought this would entertain western audiences, but like all other attempts at Bollywood to emulate the west, their efforts come across as just plain unnatural, or downright tacky. There are more tactful ways to demonstrate the affluence of the Raichands than by constantly showing them flying in planes, helicopters, having brand names emblazoned on their clothing (Indian film makers apparently forgot the subliminal portion of subliminal advertising) or driving a Lamborghini across a college campus. Sometimes I felt more like I was watching an Indian version of "Life Styles of the Rich and Famous" than a movie. Secondly, there is no need to interject trite English phrases into the dialogue, like when Roshan says "What's up Dad?" or when Pooja (Kareena Kapoor) obnoxiously exclaims "Its raining men", whenever she gets boy crazy.

  Since we are on the subject of gaudiness and superficiality, no one embodies this more than Kareena Kapoor. Here is a bit of advice for Bollywood producers and directors concerning this actress. Number one: SHE IS NOT GOOD LOOKING - she is just one of those ugly girls, like the ones you knew in high school, who got in with the popular crowd because her sister was attractive. Number two: SHE IS NOT A GOOD ACTRESS - if you are going to articulate western clichés don't get an actress who sounds like a FOB articulating western clichés. Number three: A WOMAN WHO BEHAVES AND LOOKS LIKE A FLOOZY- will turn off a mature audience. Bollywood would do well to never have Kareena Kapoor star in another major motion picture. Besides, her mannerisms and appearance are wasted on cinema when they would be better suited for other lucrative professions, say...as prostitute on the streets of Mumbai.

  Once you can overlook the loud display of commercialism, unrealistic demonstrations of wealth, and the most irritating offense to the eyes and ears, Kareena Kapoor, you will appreciate a film that has a lot of heartrending substance to it. You will witness a film that is quite a rarity in this day and age - one that sees the value in the spontaneity and romanticism of the new world and the traditional laden culture of the old world.
  
  

• Canned Gulab Jamun
  By A1ZN3OYCFHUMH4 on 2004-04-13
  Gulab Jamun, fried milk balls in syrup, is extremely sticky sweet and is served lukewarm. It is one of the most popular Indian desserts.

  The priviliged family of whom we have a portrait in K3G is also rich and saccharine. The excessive strings in the orchestra, the daze of colors, the histrionics of the actors -- everything is done in exquisite lack of taste. It is the most perfect example of its genre.

  I cannot imagine a better example of what Bollywood has to offer, or what the huddled masses throughout the world most like to view when indulging in entertainment escapism.

  There is nothing like watching Shah Rukh Khan knit his brow and protest to the beautiful creature beside him "M.B.A. is a hard job." Those who beef about Kareena Kapoor and her delightful "It's Raining Men" bit have failed to enter into the spirit of the movie. Miss Kapoor is perfect!

  If you like eating canned dessert, you will love this movie.
  
  

• "Shava Shava" stuck in my head.
  By A11A54SL1G178K on 2005-06-04
  This is the first Bollywood movie I have ever watched, so I do not have a basis of comparison with other Bollywood movies. I believe this is a good thing, because watching it, I was not caught saying, "Well, this wasn't as good as Asoka", or, "This is a rip-off of such-and-such". I saw it for what it was--a fun 3 act musical that keeps you glued. The music is infecting (I just bought the soundtrack because of it), the storyline, while predictable, is enjoyable, and once you realized it was a musical the song and dance numbers didn't feel as strange. If you hate musicals, you will hate this film, but for everyone else, you really should watch it.
  
  
• Great movie
  By A26E40N3I4K0HF on 2005-09-10
  This is a wonderful movie that we watched and shared with others four times during the first week we had it. The only problem we had with the movie is that it is a double layer movie. On some of our DVD players it would skip sections which was extreemly annoying. When we found which player would play it without skipping we had an extreemly enjoyable time. Some scenes were a bit sensual even though it has a PG rating. The rating is close though. It didn't seem like the movie was as long as it says. It goes by quickly. It does have an "intermission" in the middle which is good. The only reason I wouldn't rate it five stars is the technical aspect of the disk. I wish they'd put it onto two disks.
  
  
• A Truly Fabulous Movie
  By AL1266DU4G0XA on 2003-08-11
  Out of 5 stars I would give it a 10 (if I could) becuase this is my favorite movie. I was never into Hindi movies till I saw this one. Its beautifully acted written and directed. Karan Johar (the director and writer) makes movies that are so wonderful. This movie makes you cry, makes you laugh and makes you really appreciate the qualty of a good film. The casting for this movie was perfect. Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol have some great chemistry as well as Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor and it woundt be the same without the astounding Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bhaduri. The songs are what make this movie even better. There all my favorite, I love listenening to them and I only speak English but the songs are just so enchanting to listen to, it was weird at first but it really grows on you. I can never get tired of this movie. This isnt normally the type of Movie I watch, I never liked reading while watching a movie, but you get lost in the subtitles and it doesnt really matter, cause you feel like you can understand everything they say.

  The Movie centers around the Raichand family and thier values. Yash (the dad, Amitbah) is a rich buisness man and has two sons, Raoul(Khan) and Rohan (Roshan). Raoul strays from the values set by his father by marrying Anjali (Kajol) and splits the family up. Rohan throughout the movie tries to reunite His family again.

  Summaries dont do this movie justice, you have to see it to truly enjoy it!!!!
  
  

• Bollywood Powerhouse
  By A2K39QON6NB9AU on 2006-01-02
  Although I have now seen several Bollywood flicks, this is the first one I was exposed to a few years back when I was first introduced to the genre and it still remains my favorite Bollywood film of all time. This movie has everything that Bollywood envelopes in it. Great catchy musical numbers, drama, comedy, cheesy moments and at the heart, a wonderful story.
  
  Bollywood has a way of telling a story like no other genre does. The music and cheesy moments only add to the reason the story will endear itself to you. And if that's not enough it has the most amazing cast. It will be hard to top the ensemble found in this movie. From older hit Bollywood stars (Amitabh Bachchan) to current hit stars (Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Rani Mukherjee) to new comer sensations (Hrithik Roshan) this singular film encompases some of the greatest talent Bollywood has seen over the years.
  
  But most importantly this is a wonderfully endearing film about family and its pitfalls and uplifting moments. Kabhi Kushi Kabhie Gham (Sometimes it's happy, sometimes it's sad).
  
  
• EXCELLENT CAST
  By A20D56TB4FE44N on 2004-06-09
  This film stars the Legend of Bollywood AMitabh BAchchan and The Superstar of Bollywood Shah Rukh Khan. Alongside Amitabh's reallife wife Jaya Bachchan in a magnificent role. This film will apeal to anybody who likes bollywood Film. its very Fun and emotinally entertainingly Heart warming. One Actress who almost ruined it with her ridiculouly unnatural acting in the film Kareena Kapoor. Otherwise.. Great 4 Bollywood Fans
  
  
• Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gam
  By A31CU6JAJGTMPE on 2005-11-11
  I have never seen an India movie before. I seen it because it was a birthday gift for my daughter friend and I was into the DVD just being noise. I turned it on and was looking at the move for a long time. I cried and cried it was one of the most heart warming movies I seen. If only the movie was all in English I hate sub-titles. But it is still worth looking at and I plan to get more to look at. I have a lot of India customer coming to my hair salon who tells me to look at the movie "BAGHBAN" I was told that movie would put me in tears also. COOL!
  
  
• One of the best Bollywood films I have seen!
  By A1UMH0DPGQHU18 on 2006-06-08
  I am an avid Bollywood fan, and yes, though that may sound strange (since Bollywood films are typically stereotyped as plotless and pointless), it is who I am and I can't change it. Of course, that doesn't mean I'm not bored by the several, monotonous storylines of "boy-gets-girl". Of course, there are always a few exceptions that stand out from the typical trend. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is a shining example. Karan Johar's direction is truly amazing, and the acting is unbeatable. If Johar had cast anybody else to play any of the characters in this film, I doubt it would have been the same. That doesn't mean the film relies heavily on acting. The plot and direction individually are enough to carry the film through. The cinematography is first-rate, and each camera angle seems to have a special, radiant beauty. Overall, a noble endeavor that has resulted in an awesome film. No wonder it was such a big success!
  
  
• A Treat From Beginning To End
  By A2XB8M3NXW9Q0O on 2006-12-23
  Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (translated to: Sometimes there is happiness, sometimes there is sadness) is a story about relationships between parents and children, between husband and wife and between siblings. This movie has a great cast, wonderful songs and a good storyline. The acting across the board is great with Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachan being the stand out stellar performances. The character development is excellent, you can completely identify with the characters. The chemistry between Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol is believable and touching. Kareena Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan's pair is funny and nice also.
  
  The first half of the movie is flashback. The first half of the movie is pretty good overall with a little lull in between. There are some emotional scenes and some funny ones. The second half is perfect. It will make you alternate between laughing out loud or crying in some scenes.
  
  The only criticisms I have with this movie is Johnny Lever is annoying in the first half (he doesn't come in the second half thank goodness) and Kajol overacts at being Punjabi in the first half a little. This movie is like a breath of fresh air after watching "Family Stone" and other American movies where people have sex and/or great drunk or alternately "fall in love" after one meeting and there is no character development or a sense of love on a mental or emotional level. In Bollywood and in Hollywood directors seem to think less character development or the less wholesome a story the better. But in reality after seeing how much people like this movie or wonderful American movies like Secondhand Lions, movie producers and directors should understand that there is still an audience for these kinds of family oriented movies.
  
  
  
• Amazing is this movie
  By on 2004-08-31
  Hidu films have like ben my hole life, and this is the number 2 film that I like. Rahool [pardone the spelling] and his family, live in lugzory. But one day, Rahool falles in love with...well I relly don't know her name, but she is cute. But Rahools Father want's him to marry Nadiny, also cute. Now Rahool must chouse between them. And it gets worse from there. My point, BY IT!!!!
  
  
• good movie
  By A1SKO7FL6CJYV5 on 2005-08-27
  this movie is little different from most indian movies...its more thought out and better made, but there are some stupid/immature parts...overall its worthwhile keeping a copy
  
  
• best moovie ever
  By A2BH322M9EGXK4 on 2004-08-26
  kabhi khushi kabhi gham, the best moovie ever that i have see, amongst romantic & family genirated moovies. great cast , great directng crew and best of all great production company YASH RAJ.
  the moovie is suitable for all ages and best of it explaines how important family is.
  
  
• Another Great Bollywood Movie
  By A2M3SRYHPLHRT6 on 2006-04-13
  I must agree with the others on this one. This is a great movie. The songs were nice. The storyline was good. The acting was great. And now i understand why Shah Khan is loved and fantasized about by his female fans. That is a sexy man...the lips...the eyes....the looks....he's just hott. Hrithik is gorgeous...love him to death...but i must say, Shah Khan is my 2nd favor Bollywood actor thus far..and he does great acting in my book.
  One thing i thought was odd about this movie was that when Rahul left, he LEFT. He removed himself not only from his parents' life, but also his younger brother. I mean, c'mon...Rahul, you coudl have written him a letter or something, keep him up to speed...it's your younger brother...and as for his parents'...i could understand why he did what he did cuz his dad was really harsh, but his mom gave her blessing...she was not in the quarrel at all, but Rahul made everyone suffer because of his father. And why didn't the parents try to contact him...why did it take the younger bro to patch things up? The mother could have, easily. But she allowed the father to keep her from her son which i didn't understand at all. Is this reflective of Indian culture, in the sense that a wife sticks by her husband and lives by his decision? And if that's the case, the husband shouldn't have been that damn prideful. And why didn't Rahul notice his brother...even after what, 10 years...in reality, unless you've had some MAJOR change...you will recognize your family member (even if they lost weight)...but of course, if he recognized his brother, the movie wouldn't have been long at all. So, yes, I think this is a good film. Loved it. Suggest you watch it as well. If not for the storyline, then for the goodlooking Indian men!
  
  

• Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
• Devdas (2 Disc Set)
• Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
• Kuch Naa Kaho
• Veer-Zaara