Chashme Baddoor Movie Review

In these times when Bollywood has suddenly discovered the tested option of remaking of old hit films, it’s now the turn of director David Dhawan to try and recreate the tries his hands on recreating the magic of the 1981 cult comedy ‘Chashme Buddoor’ that was directed by the acclaimed Sai Paranjpaye. The original had starred Farooque Shaikh, Deepti Naval, Ravi Baswani, Rakesh Bedi, and Saeed Jaffrey in the main roles while this remake has Ali Zafar, Taapsee Pannu, Siddharth, Divyendu Sharma and Rishi Kapoor in corresponding roles. The movie has used a lot of innovative promotional techniques over the last couple of weeks and is finally set to release tomorrow. Let’s see whether the remake manages to retain the purity and joy of the original film…

Story:

The movie starts with the bromance of three best buddies, Siddharth (Ali), Omi (Divyendu) and Jay (Siddharth) who live a carefree life in the sunny land of Goa. While Omi’s income depends on his labored poetry, Jay is a struggling actor and these two regularly skip paying for their rents and food expenses for months together while trying to find girlfriends without any luck. Sid is their innocent buddy who is a simpleton and is conned into covering his friends’ misdeeds all the time. The trio is deep in debt to the friendly hotelier Joesph Furtado (Rishi Kapoor) and their gorgeous landlady Josephine (Lilette Dubey).

In this situation enters Seema (Taapsee), the daughter of Army Major (Anupam Kher) and she is supported by her father’s twin brother. Seema is a bubbly and open hearted girl whose good looks and personality attracts Omi and Jay who are totally smitten by her but Seema instead finds her soul mate in Sid. Omi and Jay are unable to digest this fact about their failure and so they try and create a drift between the two lovers.

The rest of the story is whether these two will succeed in breaking up Sid and Seema’s love for each other!

Positive Points:

Apart from a small spelling difference, the remake is a refreshing alteration of the original. While Sai Paranjpye’s Chashme Buddoor was an amalgamation of innocent, delightful and warm humor, David Dhawan’s Chashme Baddoor is flat out funny where David has managed to create a movie of unadulterated family humor that will be enjoyed across all age-groups.

Speaking of performances, David has smartly chosen a young star-cast, who give splendid comical performances. While Ali plays Farooque’s character perfectly with a little contemporary twist and Taapsee is refreshing and pleasing, however it’s Divyendu and Siddharth who are definitely the show-stealers. Divyendu is a talented young chap who should be going places soon and he is given his career best performance. Siddharth on the other hand portrays a totally different character when compared to his intense character in Rang De Basanti. Siddharth’s expressions and dialogue delivery is outright hilarious and these two actors have a fantastic comic timing which is absolutely remarkable.

Rishi Kapoor and Lilette Dubey’s old-age romance is portrayed with excellence. The two Anupam Khers and their loud and energetic mother Bharti Achrekar effortlessly bring back the old-school David Dhawan comedy to life.

Negative Points:

Some of the scenes within the screenplay are left unexplained and this leaves the audiences perplexed. While Divyendu and Siddharth are introduced with a motive, the main lead Ali makes an impromptu appearance out of nowhere. Some of the sequences are also overdone by the actors. Also, the frequent flashbacks and usage of old Bollywood tracks tend to overstay their welcome over time.

One main shortcoming is that the romance between Ali and Taaspsee couldn’t reach the level of innocence portrayed by Farooque and Deepti in the original. Taapsee is definitely beautiful but fails to match upto Deepti Naval’s aura.

Technical Aspects:

Even though Sajid Wajid music have scored peppy and contemporary music, the placement of songs after every few scenes is nothing but tedious. The track ‘Har ek friend kamina hota hai’ by Sonu Nigam is the best song in the film.

The movie will surely prove to be a comeback for David Dhawan especially after his disastrous outing in ‘Rascals’ and this movie will be on par with the laughathon ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogey’. Special mention goes to writer duo Sajid-Farhad for penning surprisingly funny dialogues in the form of Jay’s side-splitting PJ’s and Omi’s drooling poems. The camera has beautifully captured the beautiful sun-kissed environs of colorful Goa while the editing is decent.

Verdict:

Overall, Chashme Baddoor may have not been able to recreate the chemistry, innocence and fun of the original, but it definitely is a laugh riot. The movie offers one giggle after another and will work great with the masses. So just leave your brains at home to enjoy the movie thoroughly with your family and friends

Movie Rating.........3/5

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Baadshah Movie Latest Review

Young Tiger NTR’s ‘Baadshah’ is all set to hit the screens tomorrow (April 5th) in a big way. We have been to a special screening of the film and this is the first and exclusive review of ‘Baadshah’, specially for 123telugu.com readers. The movie has been directed by Sreenu Vaitla and Bandla Ganesh is the producer. Expectations on the film are sky high, so let us see if the film lives up to the hype.

Story :

Baadshah (NTR) is the youngest and most aggressive player in the international crime syndicate headed by Saadhu Bhai (Kelly Dorji). Baadshah’s father Ranjan (Mukesh Rushi) operates a very profitable casino in Macau and he is a trusted aide of Saadhu Bhai. Baadshah’s intelligence, ambition and aggression soon put him on a collision course with Saadhu Bhai and the Don wants to finish off the young upstart. With the help of rival Dons Crazy Robert (Ashish Vidyardhi) and Violent Victor (Pradeep Rawat), Saadhu tries to eliminate Baadshah and his family.

Saadhu also plans large scale terrorist attacks in all the major metros of India. Baadshah vows to foil the plans of Saadhu and to do this, he takes the help of Janaki (Kajal) and her father Jai Krishna Simha (Nasser). Jai Krishna Simha is the Police Commissioner of Hyderabad and he is a very strict head of a joint family that also includes Padmanabha Simha (Brahmanandam).

As the story progresses, it becomes clear that there is more to Baadshah than what meets the eye. He has a tragic past and a powerful motive for taking on Saadhu Bhai. What is that motive? Who is Baadshah? How does Padmanabha Simha fit into the plans of Baadshah? That forms the rest of the story.

Plus Points :

NTR is simply brilliant as Baadshah. The character demands aggression, style and ruthlessness. NTR displays all three qualities in abundance. His comedy timing is spot on and the sequences with Kajal in Italy are very entertaining. In the second half of the film, he changes his appearance and dialogue delivery effortlessly, to transform into someone else (I don’t want to reveal more details). NTR’s dances in ‘Sairo Sairo’ and ‘Rangoli Rangoli’ are fantastic.

The film will be a feast for fans. There are some special sequences that have been designed to delight them. Special mention must be made of NTR’s brief appearance in the Justice Chowdhary getup. The resemblance to his legendary grandfather is just too much. In the second half, there is a very entertaining sangeeth episode based on a medley of Sr NTR’s popular songs.

Superstar Mahesh Babu’s voice over comes in at a number of crucial junctures in the first half and it is effective. Brahmanandam is hilarious as Inspector Padmanabha Simha and he is a major asset for the film. His scenes with NTR and Nasser are rib-tickling. Sreenu Vaitla has cleverly used the ‘living out a dream’ concept from the Hollywood flick ‘Inception’ to come up with Brahmanandam’s comedy track.

M.S. Narayana is perfect for the role of film director Revenge Nageswara Rao and he will make you laugh. The character has an uncanny resemblance to Ram Gopal Varma but it is not offensive. M.S. Narayana takes care of the comedy in the first half along with NTR, Vennela Kishore and Kajal.

Kajal entertains with her ‘Banthi’ philosophy and corny one liners. She looks quite glamorous in the movie. Suhasini is neat. Navdeep has done well as an evil cop. Hero Siddharth has a very small but very crucial role in the film. Nasser is effective as the strict police officer. Pragathi has come up with a surprisingly effective and entertaining dance in the sangeeth ceremony sequence.

The second half of the film is packed with entertainment. Fast paced narration, superb comedy sequences and three peppy songs (Banthi Poola Janaki, Welcome Kanakam and Rangoli Rangoli) will keep viewers happy. All the songs have very rich visuals.

Minus Points :

The film has certain similarities to a number of Sreenu Vaitla’s past projects.Talented actors like Jayaprakash Reddy, Brahmaji, Tanikella Bharani, Master Bharath, Chandra Mohan and Thagubothu Ramesh did not receive characters fit for their abilities.

The movie slows down a little as it approaches the interval. A fight sequence should have been chopped off to speed up things.

Technical Aspects :

Four different cinematographers worked for the film and it is difficult to say who shot what. But the visuals look very rich and colourful. Editing could have been better in the first half. Thaman’s background score is effective and lends good support to the proceedings.

Choreography is good for all the songs. Sairo Sairo and Rangoli have the best steps. Dialogues are hilarious and the one liners are very effective. Credit must go to Sreenu Vaitla, Gopi Mohan and Kona Venkat for this.

Sreenu Vaitla scores at the Box Office because of the entertainment quotient in his films. ‘Baadshah’ is no different. He has come up with some good comedy sequences in the movie. He has used Brahmanandam and M.S.Narayana effectively.

Production values are very good.

Verdict :

Baadshah is a very effective entertainer for the summer holidays. Brilliant performances from NTR, Kajal, Brahmanandam and M.S.Narayana coupled with a highly entertaining second half are major plus points for the film. Despite similarities to Sreenu Vaitla’s past projects, the film makes for a very enjoyable watch. Catch ‘Baadshah’ this weekend. Entertainment is guaranteed!

Movie Rating.................2.75/5

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Baadshah Movie Live Update - Review

Updated at 06:38 PM
Climax. It is a happy ending. Review will follow soon folks.
Updated at 06:34 PM
The movie is nearing climax. A big fight is underway.
Updated at 06:25 PM
Poor Brahmanandam receives some unexpected shocks.. nice comedy here.. Time for the last song 'Rangoli Rangoli'..Excellent dance from NTR for this energetic number..the song also works well visually
Updated at 06:20 PM
A medley of some super hit Sr. NTR songs is on now..entertaining sequence.. NTR is dancing like his grandfather and the effect is very good..
Updated at 06:15 PM
Siddharth makes an entry into the film..brief but crucial character
Updated at 06:08 PM
After a fight between NTR and Ashish Vidyardhi's gang members, it is now time for the 'Welcome Kanakam' song...
Updated at 06:03 PM
Brahmanandam's comedy is in full flow.. The film 'Inception' has been used in a clever and satirical way
Updated at 05:57 PM
NTR comes in as Justice Chowdhary for a brief episode.. terrific look...This scene will be a delight for fans
Updated at 05:51 PM
NTR changes his look and dialogue delivery style now..Don't want to reveal more details... Jayaprakash Reddy comes in... Pace of narration is fast...
Updated at 05:43 PM
Suhasini is NTR's mother..she keeps appearing briefly once in a while... Chandra Mohan and Thagubothu Ramesh also come in... NTR and Brahmanandam's scenes are hilarious...
Updated at 05:36 PM
Aaah... Brahmanandam enters the scene!!!! He is Pilli Padmanabha Simha... movie shifts to India...Nasser comes in as Police Commissioner Jai Krishna Simha... Brahmanandam's antics are very funny
Updated at 05:30 PM
Time for the superhit song 'Banthi Poola Janaki'... Energetic choreography... Tarak's steps are good... Cinematography is nice...
Updated at 05:24 PM
Navdeep shows some unexpected qualities. A senior actor's character is eliminated from the story
Updated at 05:09 PM
After a massive shipping harbour fight between NTR and Pradeep Rawat's gang, the film reaches Intermission... First half is cool with stylish action. NTR and Kajal's episodes in Italy are entertaining. M.S Narayana and Vennela Kishore are funny
Updated at 05:04 PM
Kelly Dorji comes in as Don Sadhu Bhai... A gang struggle for control of a Macau Casino... The title song of 'Baadshah' is on now...
Updated at 04:54 PM
Pradeep Rawat comes in as Don Violent Victor of Hong Kong... Nagababu and Shayaji Shinde are introduced as police officers
Updated at 04:45 PM
Navdeep's character introduced.. He is a police officer...
Updated at 04:38 PM
Time for the second song - Diamond Girl.. shot very stylishly once again.. NTR is looking quite stylish and different.. Kajal is looking gorgeous.. her best look in recent times..
Updated at 04:30 PM
A romantic track is building up between NTR and Kajal... Kajal is entertaining with corny one line dialogues about Banthi Philosophy
Updated at 04:22 PM
M.S.Narayana comes in as director Revenge Nageswara Rao... his character has shades of Ram Gopal Varma.... but there is nothing offensive... good humour
Updated at 04:18 PM
Mahesh Babu's voice over is coming in at crucial points in the film. He has spoken during Kajal's entry and during Mafia entry... It is nice to listen to..
Updated at 04:11 PM
Don Saadhu Bhai's character has been introduced but we still haven't seen him fully... Vennela Kishore comes in.. He is funny
Updated at 04:06 PM
Time for the first song 'Sairo Sairo'.... NTR's dance is simply superb here. Graceful and fast choreography..
Updated at 03:59 PM
Kaajal has made a very cool entry into the film.. 'Banthi Philosophy' is nice.. She comes in as interior designer in Milan. Tanikella Bharani comes in as her babai. He is film shooting co-ordinator Gopi. Bharani says "Balayya Babu shooting location amma"...
Updated at 03:56 PM
NTR's introduction scene is powerful.. The first fight of the film breaks out... stylish...shot in Aluminium Factory..
Updated at 03:52 PM
Aashish Vidyardhi comes in as Crazy Robert... Just glimpses of NTR are being seen, proper introduction has not happened yet... Mukesh Rishi is Ranjan, NTR's father....
Updated at 03:48 PM
The film has started with Sreenu Vaitla's voice over. Special tributes have been paid to Sr NTR and a Special Thanks has been given to Superstar Mahesh Babu
Updated at 03:45 PM
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Baadshah Movie Highlights

Jr NTR’s highly-anticipated film "Baadshah" is ready rock the silver screens worldwide on a grand manner on April 5th, 2013.Kajal Aggarwal is the heroine opposite Junior NTR in the movie. Baadshah is said to be a complete comedy action entertainer and it is directed by Srinu Vaitla.

Baadshah Movie Highlights

Baadshah is the Highest Budget Movie in Tollywood

Jr NTR look and style

Jr NTR is playing the role of "Rama Rao" in the film who later will be seen as Baadshah

Jr.NTR dancing for Sr NTR songs in a Sangeeth Scene in the movie

NTR’s Costumes

Baadshah is releasing in Record Number of Theaters in USA

Baadshah is releasing in Record Number of Theaters in AP

Baadshah is releasing in 100 Screens only in Hyderabad for the first day

Baadshah created a new record in USA with a price tag of -$25

A Big Auditorium Booked for Badshah Screening in USA

Superstar Mahesh Babu Has given Voice Over for Baadshah

Hero Siddharth playing a cameo role in this movie

Hero Navdeep playing as Villain role in this movie

 

Srinu Vaitla’s Three Daughters Acted in the movie

Tamil Actor Simbu and Hindi pop singer Daler Mehndi Sung for Baadshah

After Dookudu, Srinu Vaitla is coming up with Baadshah, so expectation are high on movie.

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Yougest Business Women-in India

1. Ayesha Thapar

Ayesha Thapar, the heir to Indian City Properties Ltd. (ICPL), a family business of premium properties all across the nation prompted this model.

in-denial to move from showbiz to entrepreneurship and spearhead the business forward! A Delhi-based entrepreneur herself, she has started Nimaya, an NGO to fund women entrepreneurs. We can humbly quote her when she says “I prefer using my brains to my looks," and rightfully so for she has a graduate degree in economics, from Wellesley College, Boston with a major in mathematics and a minor degree in painting!

2. Kalyani Chawla

The face of Dior in India, Kalyani is the page 3 starlet of Delhi. After a string of high-profile relationships, and a marriage with Vishal Chawla which

ended in a divorce, she started off an accessory manufacturing unit and has been catering to international clients ever since. Currently stationed as the Brand Ambassador and the Vice President of Dior, Chawla is a fashionista in its truest form leading an international brand and handling it with thorough efficiency.

3. Gayatri Reddy

Daughter of T. Venkattaram Reddy, the owner of Deccan Chronicle, Gayatri is the being responsible for running Deccan Chargers, a winning team at the

IPL. She owns the team, and does so effortlessly like a professional. Oh, and she also looks the part! Her suave and calm nature exhibited on the field definitely tends to work its wonders over the team, and it clearly shows!

4. Sonia Garware

This Bombayiite is a newly emerging hot-honcho in the scene. The Garware name-tag speaks a lot in itself. Sonia was recently appointed as the Joint

Managing Director of Garware Polyesters, a multi-million dollar company, and a family business! She made waves in the social multi-million party circuit with her sharp and polished looks, and her recent spat with Ramona Narang at a social do as well.

5. Ramona Narang Rodella

Ramona Narang has been in the Indian social circuit for a while. Known for her recently launched clothing line named "Bella" after her daughter, she is known

to cater the Bollywood biggies with her uber-exclusive apparels and accessories. Married to an Italian businessman, and mother of twins, she surely knows how to play her cards right and win the hand at ease

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Herbal Skin Care Tips For You

Here are 22 practical Herbal Tips for Skin Care from the experts! Very easy to use and effective.

1) Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day.


2) Cut some beet root into small pieces and grind them. Squeeze juice from beet root and massage to your face for 5 minutes. Shower after 10 minutes with mild soap or gram flour.
 

3) Mix sandalwood powder with rose water and add 4 to 5 drops of milk in it and apply on to your face and body. Shower after 15 minutes with warm water.

 
4) Mix honey in water and drink daily in the morning to keep your skin shiny and smooth.

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