NEWS: DVD Release: Dabangg

Bollywood action about corrupt authorities in the Indian state of Utter Pradesh.

Chulbul (Salman Khan) is a police officer who often goes against the system, and has no compunction about stealing money from the criminals he catches. Soon he meets and falls for Rajo (Sonakshi Sinha) who persuades Chubul to re-connect with his distant family. However, the situation gets complicated when he realises his stepbrother works for a crooked politician who, not too long ago, Chulbul stole from.

Film: Dabangg
Release date: 29th November 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: 121 mins
Director: Abhinav Singh Kashyap
Starring: Salman Khan, Sonakshi Sinha, Tinnu Anand, Malaika Arora, Mahie Gill
Genre: Bollywood/Action/Comedy/Crime/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Tere Ishq Nachaya

Tere Ishq Nachaya tells the story of Kamal, a young and bubbly woman, who likes nothing more than to play, dance and sing.

When Kamal performs at the marriage of her aunt’s daughter, Gurjot falls in love with her. Despite Kamal’s initial resistance, Gurjot persists, and the marriage is arranged.

Ahead of her marriage, Kamal heads to Bangkok to visit her mother, who is unable to come to India to attend Kamal’s marriage because of her illness. Whilst in Bangkok, Kamal meets Karan, who, like her, is a great dancer. Kamal falls for Karan, and finally understands the true meaning of love.

Film: Tere Ishq Nachaya
Release date: 26th November 2010
Certificate: TBC
Running time: TBC
Director: Ravinder Ravi
Starring: Mannat Singh, Daksh Ajit Singh, Gavie Chahal, Kanwaljit Singh, Deep Dhillon
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy/Drama/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: Cinema
Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Break Ke Baad

Abhay (Imran Khan) and Aaliya (Deepika Padukone) have known each other since they were 4 years old. Their friendship turned into love at the tender age of 15, when Abhay realises Aaliya is the girl for him.

Aaliya’s life is defined by her burning desire to become an actress, and she is unmindful of what or who comes in her way. Abhay, who is still unsure about what he wants to do, finds himself competing with Aaliya’s incessant plans and projects to fulfil her dreams. While their relationship blooms because of their personality differences, the baggage because of these differences also grows silently.

Things come to a head when Aaliya decides to go to Australia to study, and Abhay has to deal with the prospect of a long distance relationship, secretly fearing that he will lose Aaliya forever. He takes a leap of faith, and they decide to take this time off from each other to figure out what they want to do. The choices Abhay and Aaliya make from here on tests their relationship.

Aaliya risks everything and everyone she loves only to realise that there is no joy in achieving one’s dreams if one has no one to share it with. Abhay risks losing every shred of his ego, dignity and self-respect only to realize that there is no bigger high than seeing your dream come to life, brick by brick. They make mistakes, deal with disappointments, even lose each other – and become stronger individually.

Break Ke Baad is not just a coming of age film, but a film about couples growing up - together. In a fickle world where relationships break up on the smallest of differences, Abhay and Aaliya manage to save theirs despite geographical ones.

Film: Break Ke Baad
Release date: 26th November 2010
Certificate: TBC
Running time: TBC
Director: Danish Aslam
Starring: Imran Khan, Deepika Padukone, Sharmila Tagore, Lillete Dubey, Shahana Goswami
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy/Drama/Romance
Studio: Reliance Big
Format: Cinema
Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Guzaarish

Bollywood romantic drama following one man's mission to earn the right to die.

Renowned magician Ethan Mascarenhas (Hrithik Roshan) is left paralysed after the outcome of one of his tricks proves disastrous.

Despite being confined to his wheelchair and reliant upon his nurse, Sofia D'Souza (Aishwarya Rai), who he is also romantically involved with, Ethan always manages to see the positive side of life. However, 14 years after the accident, he decides he is ready to die, and campaigns to the court for his right to euthanasia.

This leaves a divide among his family and friends, some offering their support, others unable to understand his actions. But will the court rule in his favour?

Film: Guzaarish
Release date: 19th November 2010
Certificate: TBC
Running time: TBC
Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Starring: Aishwarya Rai, Hrithik Roshan, Aditya Roy Kapoor, Nafisa Ali, Shernaz Patel
Genre: Bollywood/Drama/Romance

Studio: UTV

Format: Cinema

Country: India

 

NEWS: DVD Release: Pati Patni Aur Woh

Bollywood comedy from director B.R. Chopra.

Ranjeet (Sanjeev Kumar) and Sharda (Vidya Sinha) meet and fall in love. They get married and have a child but soon their happy family is put under strain when Ranjeet becomes involved with his secretary, Nirmala (Ranjeeta Kaur).

He manages to fool both women, by hiding his affair from his wife and making Nirmala believe he will soon marry her, but as he continues his deceit, the consequences of his actions produce comical results.

Film: Pati Patni Aur Woh
Release date: 8th November 2010
Certificate: PG
Running time: TBC
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Asrani, Praveen Babi, Rishi Kapoor, Ranjeeta Kaur, Sanjeev Kumar
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Nikaah

Bollywood drama from director B.R. Chopra.

A young woman named Niloufer (Salma Agha) meets and falls in love with businessman Wasim (Deepak Parashar). The two marry, but Wasim's commitment to work leads the couple to divorce. Devastated, Niloufer leaves and finds work with a magazine publisher, where she meets Afaque (Raj Babbar).

As time passes Niloufer and Afaque become involved with one another and marry. Wasim, however, is still in love with Niloufer. Will she divorce Afaque and take Wasim back?

Film: Nikaah
Release date: 8th November 2010
Certificate: PG
Running time: TBC
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Raj Babbar, Deepak Parashar, Asrani, Heena Kausar, Iftekhar, Salma Agha
Genre: Bollywood/Drama/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Gumrah

Bollywood drama about two lovers who are torn apart by unfortunate circumstances.

When Kamla (Nirupa Roy), mother of two and wife to lawyer Ashok (Ashok Kumar) dies, her sister, Meena (Mala Sinha), is left to care for her children. Although Meena is in love with artist Rajendra (Sunil Dutt), her father forces her to marry Ashok (Ashok Kumar).

A year after the marriage, Meena meets Rajendra and they realise they still harbour feelings for one another. They embark on affair but the situation becomes more difficult when Meena learns that Rajendra is also married.

Film: Gumrah
Release date: 8th November 2010
Certificate: U
Running time: 155 mins
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Sunil Dutt, Ashok Kumar, Moolchand, Nana Palsikar, Nirupa Roy, Shashikala
Genre: Bollywood/Drama/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Dahleez

Bollywood drama about a young couple whose relationship crumbles when they are separated due to war.

Soon after Colonel Rahul Saxena (Raj Babbar) marries Naini (Meenakshi Sheshadri), he is called away on duty. In his absence, a lonely Naini begins seeing another man, Chandrashekhar (Jackie Shroff). Discovering this, Rahul feels destroyed and decides to take on a hazardous mission in the army. However, Chandrashekhar is also serving on the same mission. Will Rahul be able to focus on the task in hand, or will he use the opportunity to kill the man his wife betrayed him for?

Film: Dahleez
Release date: 8th November 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: TBC
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Jackie Shroff, Raj Babbar, Smita Patil, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Ashok Kumar
Genre: Action/Bollywood/Drama/War
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Uthama Puthiran

The Tamil remake of the Telugu hit Ready.

The film has Dhanush and Genelia in the lead, and is being directed by Mithran R Jawahar. The Jawahar-Dhanush combination has worked big time in Kollywood, with their first venture Yaaradi Nee Mohini and their latest one Kutty.

With music scored by Vijay Antony, the film also features Bhagyaraj, Vivek, Karunas and Aashish Vidhyarthi in supporting roles.

Film: Uthama Puthiran
Release date: 5th November 2010
Certificate: TBC
Running time: TBC
Director: Mithran Jawahar
Starring: Dhanush, Genelia, Vivek, Bhagyaraj, Aashish Vidhyarthi
Genre: Drama/Bollywood/Romance
Studio: Ayngaran
Format: Cinema
Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Golmaal 3

India’s first ever trilogy, Golmaal 3 highlights the story of hatred between two bunch of siblings within one family. This is a family that eats together, prays together, lives together, and a family that can’t stand each other.

This quirky, unique family will certainly deliver some rib tickling moments, ageless romance, and some heart-warming scenes. A beautiful journey full of madness, love and excitement.

A film with the perfect blend of every emotion that will set in your heart with thrice the fun, thrice the magic, and thrice the laughter.

Film: Golmaal 3
Release date: 5th November 2010
Certificate: TBC

Running time: TBC

Director: Rohit Shetty

Starring: Kareena Kapoor, Ajay Devgan, Mithun Chakraborty, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy/Romance

Studio: Eros
Format: Cinema

Country: India

NEWS: Cinema Release: Chikku Bukku

Tamil-language romantic drama written and directed by Manikandan.

The film stars Arya and Preetika as a young couple who embark on a train journey from London to Tamil Nadu, discovering the pleasures and pitfalls of love along the way.

Film: Chikku Bukku
Release date: 5th November 2010
Certificate: TBC
Running time: TBC
Director: Manikandan
Starring: Arya, Shriya Saran, Preetika, Santhanam, Vaiyapuri
Genre: Bollywood/Drama/Romance
Studio: Ayngaran
Format: Cinema
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Chhoti Si Baat

Arun (Amol Palekar) is in love with Prabha (Vidya Sinha), a girl he sees everyday at the bus stop, but is unable to gather the courage to talk to her.

When his brash and confident colleague Nagesh (Asrani) also begins taking an interest in Prabha, Arun decides he must take action less he lose Prabha for good. But what should he do?

The answer comes in the form of Colonel Singh (Ashok Kumar), an old military man who plans strategies for love as if they were movements in a great battle.

Film: Chhoti Si Baat
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: U
Running time: 123 mins
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Amol Palekar, Vidya Sinha, Ashok Kumar, Asrani, Amitabh Bachchan
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: Blu-ray Only Release: Veer

Anil Sharma directs this big-budget Bollywood historical action drama set in the 1880s.

The film is co-written by actor Salman Khan, who also stars as a fearless Pindari warrior in love with a Rajput Princess played by Zarine Khan.

The Pindari warrior Veer (Salman Khan) plots to overthrow British rule in Madhavgarh while falling in love with Princess Yashodhara (Zarine Khan), daughter of King Gyanendra (Jackie Shroff) who as a prince years before had betrayed the Pindari leading to a massacre of 4500 men.

Film: Veer
Release date: 18th October 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: 161 mins
Director: Anil Sharma
Starring: Shahrukh Khan, Salman Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, Jackie Shroff, Bianca Van Varenberg
Genre: Action/Adventure/Bollywood/Drama/History/Romance/War
Studio: Eros
Format: Blu-ray
Country: India

REVIEW: DVD Release: Om Shanti Om

Film: Om Shanti Om
Release date: 18th February 2008
Certificate: 12
Running time: 162 mins
Director: Farah Khan
Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, Shreyas Talpade, Arjun Rampal, Kirron Kher
Genre: Action/Bollywood/Comedy/Drama/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

Om Shanti Om sees Shahrukh Khan team up once again with director and choreographer Farah Khan, after their successful partnership on Main Hoon Na in 2004. Deepika Padukone also makes her debut, and stars in the lead role alongside Shahrukh Khan. Watched by audiences all over the world, Om Shanti Om consists of the classic Bollywood formula of spectacular song and dance sequences seamlessly intertwined with a storyline of good versus evil.

Set in the backdrop of the Bollywood film industry, Om Shanti Om follows the struggles of actor Om Prakash Makhija (Shahrukh Khan).

Om, otherwise known as Omi to his friends, seeks to make it big in Bollywood and escape from his endless roles as an extra. Along with his best friend Pappu, played by Shreyas Talpade, he wistfully watches as fans flock to catch a glimpse of one of their favourite heroes - Om longs to be rubbing shoulders with stars such as Rajesh Kapoor (played by Javed Sheikh), and to break away from the shadows of the simple supporting role.

As well as this dream to see his name in lights, he has one other goal - of one day meeting the ultimate ‘Dreamy Girl’ herself Shanti Priya (Deepika Padukone). Shanti, whose image adorns the streets of Mumbai, is one of the leading screen sirens of her generation. When times are tough, it is Shanti’s image that Om often finds himself turning to for hope.

Following an unexpected twist of fate, Om eventually manages to catch the eye of Shanti and gets the chance to come face to face with the girl of his dreams. The film then follows what happens after this chance encounter, and the eventual unexpected friendship that ensues between ‘ordinary’ Om and superstar Shanti. Despite the strong friendship and the bond that develops between the two, both Om and Shanti have secrets which they have not shared with one another.

The film also stars Arjun Rampal, who plays high powered movie director Mukesh Mehra. The ruthless and money driven Mukesh will quash anyone that comes in his way, and has the ability to change the fate of even superstars such as Shanti. When Om eventually crosses paths with the determined director, he soon finds not everything is as he imagined, and all that he had dreamed of may be lost forever…


The detail which has gone into this no-expense spared production is evident on screen, from the lavish costumes to the elaborate musical numbers. The carefully made style choices complement the unique personality of each character. The stylistic transformations made by both Khan and Padukone between the past and modern day eras helps the audience believe in the authenticity of the characters they play.

As soon as the film starts, the viewer is transported back in time to the ‘70s, truly believing that Shahrukh Khan’s character is part of that once enigmatic era. Throughout the film, the intricacies and detail that has gone into its production can be seen in musical numbers such as ‘Dhoom Taana’, where the stars recreate iconic performances from yesteryear. The film’s ability to capture the true essence of an era is maintained throughout the film, especially in the scenes involving Padukone’s modern day character.

The storyline itself, although clichéd and following formulaic Bollywood family film combination of comedy, action, romance and music, does offer something new to the audience. The plot ensures the film standout from the typical boy meets girl romance, and the clever dialogue gives the film a distinct comedy edge from the standard Bollywood blockbuster. The unexpected twists of fate and turn of events during the film keep the viewer guessing and interested until the end.

What makes the film most unique, however, and appealing is its eclectic characters with their distinctive personalities. It is the individualised collection of characters and their interplay amongst one another that would maintain the interest of even the more discerning viewer who is sceptical of the supernatural part of the story. It is also the genuine and unassuming nature of characters such as Om that draws the viewer in and keeps them engaged in the story.

The viewer’s empathy towards the character of Om is very much down to the way in which he is played by Shahrukh Khan, and, like many of the other roles, he has played he manages to transform into the character on screen. Khan’s debut with Padukone also makes a fresh pairing for fans, and their comedic interaction with one another, especially in the second half of the film, makes it worth seeing alone.

As well as the two leads, the supporting roles played by Kirron Kehr (Bela Makhija – Om’s mother) and Shreyas Talpade complement the entire ensemble. The relationship between Om and Pappu, in particular, appears both sincere and genuine, thus making the film all the more poignant when the plot takes a dramatic turn. Arjun Rampal’s character is very different to the leading heroic roles fans have been used to seeing him in, yet his cool and unfaltering acting style complements the resolute and firm villainous character of Mukesh.


This film definitely caters for the whole family, with its blend of romance, comedy, action and drama. It has an air of old-Bollywood, paying homage to the past, which viewers young and old will enjoy. Above all, it is the colour, detail and true Bollywood glamour that makes it entertaining for audiences all over the world. GA

NEWS: Blu-ray Only Release: Raajneeti

Raajneeti is a story about Indian politics. About Indian democracy. About Indian elections. Above all, it is the story of a few people who control the destiny of millions. It is the story of their unstoppable ambition, and their bitter and violent battle to achieve it. This is the story of people who understand power and know how to wield it at will.

It is the story of Bhasker Sanyal (Naseeruddin Shah), the fire brand leftist leader, as feared for his single handed ability to challenge the most powerful of leaders as he was respected for his political integrity. Until one private mistake of his hurtled him into a self-imposed exile and spawned a secret consequence that shook the destiny of the political future of the state.

The film is hugely influenced by the epic story from the Indian religious history of the ‘Mahabharat’, and is set in the milieu of contemporary electoral politics.

Film: Raajneeti
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: 12
Running time: 168 mins
Director: Prakash Jha
Starring: Ajay Devgan, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Nana Patekar
Genre: Bollywood/Crime/Drama/Romance
Studio: UTV
Format: Blu-ray
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Karm

Bollywood drama following the attempts of a young couple to be together despite their disapproving families.

Arvind (Rajesh Khanna) and Asha (Vidya Sinha) meet and fall in love and at first both of their parents give their blessing. However, when Asha's astrologist father, Chintamani (Manmohan Krishna), predicts that the relationship will result in a grim future, both families decide to oppose the union.

In spite of this, Arvind and Asha stay a couple, leaving their lives in the twisted hand of fate.

Film: Karm
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: PG
Running time: TIME mins
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Rajesh Khanna, Vidya Sinha, Shabana Azmi, Asrani, Kumari Naaz, Manmohan Krishna
Genre: Bollywood/Drama/Romance
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Ek Hi Rasta

Bollywood drama following the breakdown of a happy family.

Amar (Sunil Dutt) is content with his life with his wife, Malti (Meena Kumari), and their young son. He is employed by Prakash (Ashok Kumar), a kind man that would love a family of his own.

One day, Amar tries to prevent a crime but is later killed by one of the culprits. Distraught, Malti tells her son that his father is not dead, but is recovering in hospital.

As time passes, Malti becomes involved with Prakash, which leads Malti's son to believe that Prakash split his parents up. The boy becomes enraged and determines the only way to reunite his family is to kill Prakash.

Film: Ek Hi Rasta
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: 151 mins
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Ashok Kumar, Meena Kumari, Sunil Dutt, Jeevan, Yashodra Katju, Shreenath
Genre: Bollywood/Crime/Drama
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Kites

Anurag Basu directs this Bollywood romantic thriller set in the USA.

Jay (Hrithik Roshan) is a streetwise young scamster involved in various dubious deals. When he meets beautiful Mexican dancer Natasha (Barbara Mori) in Las Vegas, the two fall passionately in love, despite the linguistic and cultural barriers that lie between them. But can Jay put his shady past behind him and give himself up to love?

Film: Kites
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: 122 mins
Director: Anurag Basu
Starring: Hrithik Roshan, Barbara Mori, Kangana Ranaut, Nicholas Brown, Luce Rains
Genre: Action/Bollywood/Romance/Thriller
Studio: Optimum
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: I Hate Luv Stories

Bollywood romantic comedy.

Jay (Imran Khan) and Simran (Sonam Kapoor) both work for Veer Kapoor (Samir Soni), a celebrated film director specialising in romantic dramas.

While Simran is enchanted by the romance of the movies she works on, and sees their magic reflected in her own seemingly-perfect relationship with her fiance Raj (Sammir Dattani), Jay is more cynical about both love and work.

However, as time goes by both Jay and Simran are forced to adjust their outlook as they gradually come to accept one another's way of thinking.

Film: I Hate Luv Stories
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: 15
Running time: 134 mins
Director: Punit Malhotra
Starring: Sonam Kapoor, Imran Khan, Bruna Abdalah, Sammir Dattani, Samir Soni
Genre: Bollywood/Comedy/Romance
Studio: UTV
Format: DVD
Country: India

NEWS: DVD Release: Dhool Ka Phool

Bollywood drama about how an arranged marriage changes the fate of a young boy.

Meena (Mala Sinha) and Mahesh (Rajendra Kumar) meet and fall in love. They plan to marry but Mahesh's father has other ideas, forcing his son to marry Malti (Nanda) instead. Meena, meanwhile, gives birth to her and Mahesh's son, but the stress of having an illegitimate child leads her to desert him.

Years later, the boy performs a criminal act that results in his punishment being left in the hands of a judge who is actually his father. How will Mahesh's judgement be influenced when he learns that the thief is his son?

Film: Dhool Ka Phool
Release date: 11th October 2010
Certificate: PG
Running time: 153 mins
Director: B.R. Chopra
Starring: Rajendra Kumar, Ashok Kumar, Mala Sinha, Nanda, Manmohan Krishna
Genre: Bollywood/Crime/Drama
Studio: Eros
Format: DVD
Country: India