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Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006)
A Must Watch!
I began watching this movie, not knowing what the storyline was going to be or whether or not it would be a waste of time; however, I am a Rahul Bose fan and knew that it couldn't be all that bad. I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised. The story revolves around a couple - Bose and Sherawat - who have been dating for three years. Sherawat is ready to get married while Bose is not. We find this out in literally the first 5 minutes of the movie. What spans the rest of the two hours are real life situations that I am positive everyone who has been in a relationship can relate to. There were many scenes that had me cracking up. The dialogues were amazing and the progression of the film was fabulous. A must watch with your significant other or friends...definitely not with the family! The acting was amazing. Rahul Bose proved once again that he is absolutely hilarious. His comic timing and facial expressions were priceless. Although, I am not a fan of Malika Sherawat, I must admit, she suited this role to the T. She looked amazing and gave a good performance.
If you are looking for 2 hours of comedy and entertainment...and a chance to re-evaluate your own personal relationship then watch Pyar ke Side Effects!!!
Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
A Must Watch!
Karan Johar has proved yet again that he is the only one who can take such a controversial, yet sensitive topic and direct it beautifully. KANK is about finding love outside of one's marriage. Many directors have tried to capture this thought; however, have made their movies looks cheap. Karan Johar, on the other hand, has captured this essence in a sensitive and realistic way. He follows the life of two couples who are having problems in their respective marital lives, ending in SRK and Rani having an extra-marital affair.
While watching this movie I experienced many emotions. There were scenes where I laughed like never before, or cried at the sound of broken hearts. This movie takes the audience on a journey of emotions. KJ does not answer the question of why adultery occurs; however, simply shows that sometimes people fall in love after marriage.
Many individuals may find the theme too bold or think that it sends the wrong message. However, I commend KJ because he has made a movie that is real. We all have to admit that adultery does occur and rather than avoid the situation he deals with it head on. At the beginning of the movie, Rani asks the question: "What happens if I find my soul-mate after marriage?". When confronted with this question I thought to myself that we have never looked at the situation in that light. Or when Big B mentioned that "Love and Death...always come uninvited" it really makes you open your eyes. I don't think KJ is trying to argue that adultery is wrong or right, but I think he just wants to show that it does occur.
The performances in the movie were excellent. SRK and Rani are like usual excellent. Big B was excellent in his portrayal of a comedic father. Preity Zinta was a big disappointment in the movie. I expected a lot more out of her, but her performance was forgettable. The big surprise of the movie was Abhishek - his acting was so natural and real. He is definitely going to go places.
KANK is a must watch movie for anyone interested in something different. Although, the topic is old the way KJ presents it is very different and refreshing. Once you leave the theatre, it will make you question every aspect of your love life and values that we as indians are taught at a very young age. All in all, it is a journey of emotions that you will enjoy experiencing.