A R Rahman´s background score combines with Kiran Deohans for a strongaudio-visual impact. The songs impress by themselves, and instrumentalnotes from the songs work brilliantly in the background track - thatkeeps you listening and appreciating it from the titles to the creditsat the end. The songs blend into the movie with Javed Akhtar´smesmerizing lyrics. To compose music for such a film needs lot ofdedication, imagination, research and understanding of directors visionand Rahman pulls it off with great élan. One can't imagine anyone elsecoming up with such a score which not only compliments the movie sowell, also raises the bar for Ashutosh to make the visuals even moreenticing in which Ashutosh and Kiran excel.
____________________________________________________________________________ Jodhaa Akbar "The Eternal Love Story", Ashutosh Gorwarikar fifth movieafter setting a record of giving 2 back to back hits "Swades" and"Lagaan", the expectations tied to his upcoming venture were definitelyhigh. The question always remained could Ashutosh Gorwarikar pull aHatrick with his Latest but most delayed venture "Jodhaa Akbar". Theanswer is Yes, Ashutosh pulls a Hatrick with a masterpiece like "JodhaaAkbar" Jodhaa Akbar is not only special and important for Ashutosh Gorwarikar but its also special to the entire cast and crew. 1) Its Aishwarya Rai Bachchan first film after her marriage 2) Hrithik Roshan steps on to silver screen after giving a hit with "Krissh" and "Dhoom2" 3) Hot pair of "Dhoom 2" Hrithik Roshan and Aishwariya Rai (Bachchan)come together once again after creating alot of Dhoom with "Dhoom 2". 4) Not only the hit pair of "Dhoom 2" stars in Jodhaa Akbar but the duoAshutosh and A.R.Rahman come together once again with someextraordinary music for another period film. 5) Mr Amitabh Bachchan lending a hand in the promotion of Jodhaa Akbar. Need any more reasons.... To start of with "Jodhaa Akbar" has been in news for all the wrong "reasons" a) There was a controversy on the issue whether or not Jodhaa Bai wasan actual being and it was politically incorrect to conjure up the"Love" story between Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar and Jodhaa Bai. b) The Whole "Tu Tu Main Main" between the Bachchan family and Roshan family over the so called controverisal kiss in "Dhoom 2" c) Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan daggers drawn at each other while shooting d) The release date of the movie pushed forward from October 12, 2007 - Feburary 15, 2008. e) Aishwarya Rai's nakhra's to Ashutosh's ghussa f) Issues with the length of the movie being cut from 4 hrs to 3.20 -Most people raised issues whether Ashutosh was conveying a love storyor a lullaby... However after all the Hush Hush, secretive shooting and spending almostRs 40 Crores on a period film, one could say that Ashutosh Gorwarikarhas made a Hatrick with his latest period film " Jodhaa Akbar." Mostcapturing aspect of Jodhaa Akbar is touches the soul of millions outthere who could relate back to historical love story with its up's anddown. Now For the story: Jodhaa Akbar is the untold love story between Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbarand Jodhaa Bai. Set in the sixteenth century Jodhaa Akbar, entails alove story about a marriage of alliance that gave birth to true lovebetween a great Mughal Emperor, Akbar [Hrithik Roshan] and a Rajputprincess, Jodhaa[Aishwarya Rai Bachchan]. Politically, success knew nobounds for Emperor Akbar, after having secured the Hindu Kush, hefurthered his realm by conquest until his empire extended fromAfghanistan to the Bay of Bengal, and from the Himalayas to theGodhavari River. Through a shrewd blend of tolerance, generosity and force, Akbar wonthe allegiance of the Rajputs, the most belligerent Hindus. But littledid Akbar know that when he married Jodhaa, a fiery Rajput princess, inorder to further strengthen his relations with the Rajputs, he would inturn be embarking upon a new journey - the journey of true love. Thedaughter of King Bharmal of Amer [Kulbhushan Kharbanda], Jodhaaresented being reduced to a mere political pawn in this marriage ofalliance, and Akbar's biggest challenge now did not merely lie inwinning battles, but in winning the love of Jodhaa - a love hidden deepbelow resentment and extreme prejudice. Jodhaa Akbar is their untoldlove story. They say "The more the viewer is inquisitive about you film the betterit is". That certainly holds true for "Jodhaa Akbar", most of the newergeneration including the old one were quite familiar with the tale ofAkbar being bestowed with his son Salim, the Eternal Love story ofAnarkli and Salim, Jodhaa bai being the pillar of support for Akbar andher son Salim. But how was it that an arranged marriage between anEmpreor Akbar and feisty princess Jodhaa end up with a successfulmarriage when youngsters today reject the idea of "arranged marriages".Everyone saw Emperor Akbar as a fighter, a stern father but nobody eversaw his side of a husband and a friend, similarly we saw Jodhaa Bai asmother torn between her husband and son but how was her relationshipalone with Akbar 10 years before Salim was born. As a moviegoers one is remain glued to their seats right from the firstframe to the last frame, the anxiousness, the anxiety creeps up and youhope and pray that the Movie's worth the watch. With a terrific starcast and crew, Director Ashutosh Gorwarikar tugs at the hurt of themoviegoers. To attempt a movie like "Jodhaa Akbar", it takes alot to ofcourage, knowledge and perseverance to come up with an imaginary yetclose to heart love story. Some of the magical moments trapped in the director and cinematographers camera a) Hrithik taming an out of control elephant. No actor would evenattempt going near an wild animal and to capture the right the emotionsduring the scene while not thinking about jeopardizing your life...leaves one stunned. b)The two pre-conditions set by Jodhaa, before her marriage to Akbar.Who would think women at the time of 16th century would have the gutsto put conditions on her own marriage instead of being submissive wesee a new side to the 16th century women. c) Jodhaa's fiery and feisty nature of cooking her own meal and beingindependent. Yet again touching the aspect of dependency on your"servants "and turning to be an independent woman clears themisconception about the women around 16th century. d) Intermission where thread of trust weakens between Akbar and Jodhaa.Well enacted scene by Hrithik and Aishwarya, makes you want to stayglued to seat anticipating what will happen next. e) The sword fight between Jodhaa Bai and Akbar f) Finally the Climax of the "Jodhaa Akbar" leaves you spell bounded and speechless. Ashutosh Gowariker has given the film a grand look, captured intricatedetails minutely and handled the theme beautifully. He captures yourattention right from the first frame to last frame. One is entrancedand awestruck with beautiful visuals. Full points to Haidar Ali andAshutosh for writing a close to heart "Love Story" between EmperorAkbar and Jodhaa Bai. Gowariker leads the way as a director first, andas much as the man behind the story and screenplay. "Jodhaa Akbar" is embellished with great cinematography ([KiranDeohans] she uses uses color and camera to bring out the mood in eachscene, with some of the most authentic sets recreated by [Nitin Desai],to the brilliant dialogues by [K.P. Saxena], summing up fantasticediting [Ballu Saluja] and soulful music by [A.R. Rahman]. Specialmention to [Neeta Lulla] for creating 16th century era costumes andjewelry with attention being paid to the finest detail for every piece. A R Rahman´s background score combines with Kiran Deohans for a strongaudio-visual impact. The songs impress by themselves, and instrumentalnotes from the songs work brilliantly in the background track - thatkeeps you listening and appreciating it from the titles to the creditsat the end. The songs blend into the movie with Javed Akhtar´smesmerizing lyrics. To compose music for such a film needs lot ofdedication, imagination, research and understanding of directors visionand Rahman pulls it off with great élan. One can't imagine anyone elsecoming up with such a score which not only compliments the movie sowell, also raises the bar for Ashutosh to make the visuals even moreenticing in which Ashutosh and Kiran excel. Coming to performances Jodhaa Akbar doesnt work only because of themastermind behind the camera but also by some of the outstandingperformances by the lead and supporting actors. After watching "JodhaaAkbar" its difficult to imagine anyone elese playing the role ofEmperor Akbar. Hrithik enacts his role to "T", the confidence and gracethat Emperor would need, he embodies the role like a pro. Truly amind-boggling performance. Aishwarya Rai gives her best performance todate. She uses her emotive eyes to the best of her ability. She essaysthe role of Jodhaa Bai with alot of grace and elegance and ends it aflawless performance. However the film doesnt rest on Hrithik andAishwarya's shoulders but the supporting cast also add the trump cardfor the movie, rite from Kulbushan Kharbanda, Sonu Sood , Nikitin Dheer, Ila Arun, Punam S. Sinha add to finese of the movie. On the whole, Jodhaa Akbar is one of the finest work directed byAshutosh, A brilliant film indeed. A must watch for Everyone!! andtruly a treat Ashutosh's, Hrithik's and Aishwarya's fans. http://www.filmicafe.com/movie_page.php?movie_id=439&value=review
