Posted by admin on Jun 30, 2009 in
Bollywood Let’s clarify about the new installment of SARKAR, before we let Ramgopal Varma talk of AGYAAT, his new outing. “I don’t think another installment will have the same effect after the peak SARKAR RAJ reached, especially now that Abhishek is gone [the actor was shot dead in SARKAR RAJ],” RGV states, thus clearly signaling the end of the SARKAR series.
Right now, RGV is looking at AGYAAT, which, he clarifies, is not a horror film, but a thriller. “Fear doesn’t necessarily come from the supernatural. Fear can also come from something one cannot see. That invisible force is the driving force of AGYAAT,” he elucidates. Fear or horror, as we know by now, has been RGV’s forte and is the basis of almost every second film he makes. So what is so different about AGYAAT? “I can confidently say that this film is way ahead of anything I’ve done earlier. Creating a fearsome character just by its sound is a difficult task. Also, the jungle we’ve shot in is nothing like any jungle people might’ve seen before,” RGV reveals.
Unlike most RGV films, AGYAAT doesn’t boast of big stars, rather most of them are rank newcomers/lesser-known names. “New faces don’t carry the burden of expectations, so I get freedom to place my characters. In AGYAAT, you could say that the jungle or the creature is the lead,” RGV adds.
Next on the cards is RANN, with Amitabh Bachchan, releasing shortly after AGYAAT and the two part RAKTA CHARITRA, which goes on floors soon. RANN contains the controversial ‘altered version’ of the national anthem that has been submitted to the court for a nod.
As for RAKTA CHARITRA, why has RGV opted for a character that most in North India haven’t heard of and what if the first part doesn’t do well [the film will be made in two parts]? “That’s a risk I have to take. Also, his life [Paritala Ravi] could not be described in just two hours, so I needed to make the second part,” justifies RGV.
Tags: Agyaat, Priyanka Kothari, Ram Gopal Varma
Posted by admin on Jun 28, 2009 in
Movie Previews Starring: Nitin Reddy, Priyanka Kothari, Ravi Kale
Produced By: Ronnie Screwvala & Ram Gopal Varma
Directed By: Ram Gopal Varma
Agyaat is a thriller and revolves around the realm of fear.
A film unit goes for a shoot at a location deep in the forest of Sri Lanka. Each character in this film exhibits their own quirkiness, their arrogance and their mixed feelings for each other.
The shoot is put on hold when a camera malfunctions and they have to wait for a replacement. To kill time they decide to go on a trek into the jungle with the caretaker of the jungle.
When the caretaker is found mauled one night the panic and fear of the darkness of the unknown world sets in and the movie take a 360 degree turn as each one present there is fighting for their lives from something they have not seen.
This unseen is faster, smarter and is out to kill them.
We see change in their attitude, their beliefs and the film is poised to judge whether mankind’s survival instinct can prevail over darkness of a world they cannot imagine.
Tags: Agyaat, Nitin Reddy, Priyanka Kothari, Ram Gopal Varma, Ravi Kale, Ronnie Screwvala
Posted by admin on Jun 28, 2009 in
Bollywood Bollywood reacts to Michael Jackson’s death
Minissha Lamba: “It’s devastating to know Michael Jackson is no more. He revolutionized pop music. It was sad to see someone who gave joy to millions around the world with his songs, go through so much in the last decade of his life. Destiny makes you the King, and then decides to snatch away your happiness.
Shilpa Shetty: “I still can’t believe Michael Jackson is gone! When my Dad told me I thought he was joking. I’ve always been a huge fan of Michael. I’m shattered. I had booked tickets to watch his show at 02 in London. They got cancelled and re-scheduled. To call him an icon would be an understatement. I still can’t believe it!
Urmila Matondkar: “There have been many many famous entertainers and there will be others. But none like Michael Jackson. He’s truly an inspiration to entertainers in every part of the world. His singing and dancing were beyond any language, culture caste or religion. No wonder he had fans in the biggest metros and remotest villages.
Mithun Chakraborty: “He can never go. He will always be with us. He was the greatest ever. The God of dancing. Immortal
Subhash Ghai: “Michael Jackson was a symbol of fire, passion and energy. He changed the way civilization looked at popular entertainment. The youth all over including India followed him.
Anu Malik: “Michael Jackson the king of pop, the king of music, the king of kings was insulted and humiliated in his lifetime. They called him wacko jacko. They didn’t know, such a legend would never return to our world. The same people want to sing his praises now.
MJ was a gentle soul, a remarkable musician, a true rock star. I want to remember him by his music. I am heartbroken by his death. And I’m amused how everyone is tripping over to praise this great soul. Maybe the soul of this great achiever rest in ever-lasting peace.
Amrita Rao: “I’m a huge Michael Jackson fan. This news is devastating. He had the best body language ever. In ‘Thriller’ just his expressions and selfconfidence make him look like the most handsome man on earth. The world will miss him. And for many of us, it’s like losing a childhood friend.”
Anushka Sharma: “Oh my God! I’m utterly shocked. Michael Jackson’s ‘Black Or White’ was one of the few western pop tunes I was introduced to in my early teens. We’ve lost a musical genius and a splendid performer. His music will live forever. He was undoubtedly a genius.
Pritam Chakraborty: “It was so hard to believe! The first news flash this morning had a question mark. Is MJ dead? I hope he wasn’t. But he was. It’s one of the saddest days in world music. May his soul rest in peace. MJ is immortal. His legacy will linger luminously for lifetimes.
Tusshar Kapoor: “It’s very depressing to hear about Michael Jackson’s death. I spent my childhood listening to his songs and watching his videos. He was my ultimate pop icon. His death makes me realize the hard uncertainties of life.
Dino Morea: “It’s awful. I’ve been glued to CNN since morning. I’ve watched just about every video of his, heard and danced to every song. Heck, I even have scratches of his unreleased tracks!
He was truly the legend, just about the greatest performer to date. I used to try to dance like him at every school and college party. I don’t think anyone can match Michael’s steps or stage presence.
I don’t think there was any part of the globe that Michael didn’t reach with his music. I was to go for his concert in the UK next month.
Aadesh Shrivastav: “His demise has left a void in the music industry that can never be filled. His music and dancing took stardom to another level. He was an incomparable performer.
Asin: “Michael Jackson is a legend. I absolutely love his music and dance. His music defined a generation, just like Elvis Presley and the Beatles before him. ‘Heal The World’ is my favourite Michael Jackson track. It left an indelible imprint on my mind. This is is a big loss to all us MJ fans. I already miss him
Sammir Dattani: “Shit, Michael Jackson gone! I was supposed to go for his concert which coincided with my sister’s graduation in London. Damn, now I’ll never see get to see the original moonwalker. I’ll just made do with Darsheel in Tare Zameen Par.
Amrita Arora: “I’m hugely shocked and saddened. We’ve lost the world’s biggest and most beloved entertainer. Michael is dead. But his music will live forever.
Malaika Arora: “I’m in total shock. For me MJ is the greatest, a true legend. The King will live on through his music.
Himesh Reshammiya: “He was a legend and an inspiration for everyone in music. I think his popularity was unmatched. I truly pray for his soul to rest in peace.”
Tags: Amrita Rao, Amruta Arora, Asin, Dino Morea, Himesh Reshammiya, Malaika Arora, Michael Jeckson
Posted by admin on Jun 27, 2009 in
General 
The days of DVD era have not gone far away and there comes a new milestone achievement in the world of technology : DVD Power.
The days are not far away when you will walk with tear bytes of data in your hand!
The new DVD technology will enable the users to store upto 45 terabytes of data in a single disc. This is the new power of DVD: DVD Power!
DVD power! : Dr James Chon of the Swinburne University of Technology, holds up a DVD containing new technology that can store data in five dimensions, in Melbourne. The disc holds nearly 10,000 times more data than standard DVD’s, a study published in the peer-reviewed journal Nature stated.
Tags: dvd, removal storage
Posted by admin on Jun 26, 2009 in
Movie Reviews 
Director: Kabir Khan
Producer: Aditya Chopra
Music Director: Pritam Chakraborty, Pankaj Awasthi, Julius Packiam
Lyricist: Sandeep Srivastava, Junaid Wasi
Cast: John Abraham, Katrina Kaif, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Irrfan Khan
Rating: ****
Myth: NEW YORK is about 9/11.
Fact: It’s not. But it reflects the mood that’s prevalent across the globe, post 9/11. The world is divided today. No two opinions on that!
Myth: NEW YORK bears a striking similarity to KHUDA KAY LIYE.
Fact: Nope. KHUDA KAY LIYE and NEW YORK may belong to the same family, of an innocent person being picked up for questioning after the WTC catastrophe, but the similarities end there. In fact, KHUDA KAY LIYE and NEW YORK are as diverse as chalk and cheese.
Write your own movie review of New York
NEW YORK, helmed by Kabir Khan, attempts to be as real as possible. A tale of friendship, with terrorism as the wallpaper, NEW YORK hits you like a ton of bricks at several points in the narrative. In fact, there was a possibility that NEW YORK may turn out to be a dry experience, a documentary perhaps, but the drama is so well structured and so gripping that you get sucked into the world of Sam, Omar and Maya from its inception.
NEW YORK is a triumph for Kabir Khan, who deserves distinction marks for handling the subject with remarkable maturity. Also, this film should be a turning point for John, Katrina and Neil. More on that later…
The verdict? NEW YORK is, without doubt, one of the finest films produced by this premier production house, Yash Raj. Grab a ticket today!
Omar [Neil Nitin Mukesh] has gone abroad for the first time in his life and soon enough, he begins to see and love America through the eyes of his American friends, Sam [John Abraham] and Maya [Katrina Kaif]. But an incident changes the world round them.
At this point enters Agent Roshan [Irrfan], an FBI agent, who sets the ball rolling for a series of tumultuous events that turn the lives of these friends upside down.
NEW YORK affects you like no other Hindi film has done so far [on 9/11]. In fact, there are portions that give you goose bumps, especially towards the second half of the film, when John recounts his past.
One of the reasons why NEW YORK works is because not once does Kabir Khan borrow from the past or tilt towards predictable stuff. You just can’t guess what and where the story is headed and what the culmination would be. The director and his team of writers establish the plot and characters beautifully, but the real action is reserved for the second half. The nightmarish experience that John undergoes is disturbing, but lifts the film several notches up.
But NEW YORK has its share of loose ends. The film dips in the second hour. It tends to gets lengthy before it reaches a powerful, brilliantly executed climax. Also, a few sequences only add to the length of the film, which could’ve been curtailed in the writing stage itself.
Director Kabir Khan picks up a real incident — innocent civilians being suspected as terrorists, soon after 9/11 — and weaves a brilliant tale around it. The screenplay is its biggest star, without a doubt. Given the fact that NEW YORK isn’t one of those routine masala fares, Kabir has injected songs only when required. Cinematography is striking.
Now here’s another surprise. John, Katrina and Neil, all actors, deliver their career-best performance. If the first half belongs to Neil, John takes over the second hour completely. John is superb when he recalls the past. You can feel his pain, that effective is his performance. Also, note his expressions towards the end. This is a different John, for sure. Just one word for his performance — fabulous!
Neil was remarkable in JOHNNY GADDAAR, but disappointed in AA DEKHEN ZARA. Fortunately, he’s in top form this time around. Katrina gives you the biggest surprise. Known for her glamour roles, Katrina proves that she can deliver if the director and writer offer her a role of substance. She’s outstanding. In fact, people will see a new, different Katrina this time. Irrfan is, as always, first-rate.
On the whole, NEW YORK is amongst the finest films produced by Yash Raj. At the box office, there’s no stopping this one. Go for it now!
Tags: Aditya Chopra, Irrfan Khan, John Abraham, Junaid Wasi, Kabir Khan, Katrina Kaif, Neil Nitin Mukesh, New York, New York Movie Review, Sandeep Srivastava
