Baahubali- The “Perfect” Beginning

Posted on July 11, 2015 by ramcsays

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Baahubali: The Epic Masterpiece that will go down in history!

Today, I had the privilege of witnessing one of the greatest films of our time. Baahubali is a true triumph of filmmaking that is sure to leave audiences in awe. Despite what some may say about the first half being slow or dragged out, I wholeheartedly disagree. The prelude was expertly crafted, establishing the protagonist, antagonist, and supporting characters in a way that sets the stage for the rest of the film. The director’s vivid imagination is evident in every frame, painting a world so real you’ll forget it’s not.

For those who felt the first half was dragging, I would say that they were likely expecting non-stop action from the beginning. But a good story requires more than just action – it requires character development, setting, and a clear path to the protagonist’s destiny. In Baahubali, Shivudu (Prabhas) sets out on a journey to find Avanthika, who inspires him. This sets up a perfect foundation for his character, showing the audience that he’s just an ordinary man with no inkling of what’s to come.

And now, onto the ending, which some say was abrupt. For me, it was the perfect way to wrap up the first half. I never expected Shivudu to be the one who killed Baahubali. This twist is exactly what I wanted to see, and it leaves me eager to find out what happens next. If Katappa had simply revealed Ballaladeva as the killer, the next installment would be predictable and less exciting. The ending keeps the audience guessing and makes us yearn for more.

The visual effects in Baahubali are simply stunning, but for me, it’s the story, writing, and originality that takes center stage. This film is not just a visual spectacle, like Avatar. It’s a story-driven masterpiece, like Lord of the Rings, where the plot and characters take priority over special effects.

The battle scene is a true spectacle, and you can tell that the filmmakers put their hearts and souls into it. The performances by Prabhas, Rana, and Ramya Krishna are nothing short of phenomenal, and the dialogues, while perhaps understated, are perfectly suited to the film. The music, while not exceptional, does its job in enhancing the scenes.

In conclusion, Baahubali has everything a blockbuster movie should have, and its grandeur is a testament to the filmmaking skills of director Rajamouli. I wholeheartedly agree with RGV’s words – it takes a certain type of bravery to make a movie like this in India, and its success cannot be measured solely by its financial gains. This is a film that will be remembered for generations to come, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly epic experience.

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pk -it’s ok

Posted on December 28, 2014 by ramcsays

pk-movie-2014-newEver wondered how our country would look like to someone not human? Yeah, I could be talking about a dog or robot, but just to make the script interesting, it’s an alien. How would an alien react to all the diversities in our society while trying to interpret and communicate with us? It must feel strange and unique to not belong to any religion on this land. This film shows us that precisely – a look at our society through a lens free of religious shades.

Aamir Khan plays an alien in the movie that loses his radiant pendant like alien ID, which AK refers to as his property, to a thief. A Hindu God man gets his hands on AK’s property and claims that it’s a piece of Lord Shiva’s damaruk, fooling his followers as always. Meanwhile, AK ends up believing that only God can help him. But he is all at sea about how to appeal to/please Gods from different religions. How AK gets back his property forms the rest of the movie.

Now, what make the movie watchable? It’s the Performances, direction and a tight screenplay without many songs. AK is impeccable portraying un-human physical attributes. This is a rare film where the cast, Anushka Sharma, Boman Irani, Sanjay Dutt and others fit their roles almost perfectly. No complaints here. Costumes and styling for AK need a special mention as it adds a unique flavor to AK’s screen presence. Songs and background music are pleasant complimenting AK’s character’s innocence.

Coming to direction, Rajkumar Hirani passes the test easily in taking the subject in question on to the celluloid. He pokes us softly with needle-like questions aimed at the countless Hindu God men our country has. Yes, there are lot of God men in our country who take advantage of God fearing people, but the question which director seems to have forgotten to ask himself and the writers is, are there no proper/uncorrupted Hindu religious gurus in the whole country? Is society not benefitting from the yoga, meditation and other practices (like free food and free schooling for children, take Puttaparthy, Andhra Pradesh) some Hindu gurus preach? (You would be denying science to say No and Western countries aren’t idiots to follow them. Many of Hindu religious practices are backed by science, if not all). And, are all the corrupt religious gurus in our country Hindus? What about the other religions? These are the reasons precisely why the right-wing activists and some Hindu religious gurus are calling upon banning the film. The producers and AK will only benefit from all this drama though.

Politics aside, movie offers an interesting viewing for open-minded people. Weather or not you will like the film depends on your capability to broaden your mind to ignore the above posed questions. Think it over a morning coffee while news about another terrorist attack or a fake religious guru grabs your eyeballs, is PK a film that pushes you to realize the loopholes in the religious system for the greater good or it falls short by shying away from questioning other religions’ preaching and practices?

P.S1: I don’t think Hinduism is to be blamed/questioned for trying to preserve its values and culture by teaching the world its way to God, “peacefully”.

PS2: Can anyone explain what was that Train Blast all about? What, who and Why? It ended abruptly.

—Rahul Y

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Is Nenokkadine really that Bad?

Posted on January 19, 2014 by ramcsays

17-mahesh-babu-1-nenokkadineMy answer is a big “No”. Read my take to know why this is the Best movie in telugu in recent times!

Nenokkadine is a fiercely twisted, complex film built on a solid foundation of character-driven emotion. Those who think of Sukumar only as that guy who makes love stories will undoubtedly be disappointed,but if you’re interested in more than seeing how a psychological thriller is made in Telugu, Nenokkadine delivers. Mahesh’s performance is a critical part of that whole movie and like so much in the movie, it will payoff when the credits roll and Sukumar closes the book on his story. In doing so he leaves us with all the answers we need. My best scene in the movie is ” Here comes my golden rice”, the dialogue and the expression of Mahesh babu was over the top.

Ultimately Nenokkadine is an interesting departure for Sukumar and Mahesh, can understand as the end result isn’t perfect for the fact that the film was crafted by a director who made love stories, acted by a superstar who followed a different genre altogether, that too, in an industry where people like to watch more of a circus than a movie. Personally, I’m one of those movie lovers who appreciates a film that makes me want to watch it again as soon as the end credits have rolled. The climax is the best thing of the movie, finding about his parents was an emotional, intriguing, fantastic sequence that left me astounded while realizing that I have seen the best Telugu movie in recent times.

What might have went wrong with “1” of not being said as a hit in all classes:

Over Convincing:

As a feedback, the film got the reviews that it was too confusing. This occurred because the director tried to over convince people that the actor hallucinates things (for example, the parking fight in London) and many scenes in the first half of the movie. Also, too many scenes showing the female lead fooling the protagonist. Once or twice should have been good but it went on and bored the audience. We can understand that the director was trying to give more screen presence for the actress but it certainly, should not be at the cost of making the movie boring.

Songs:

Well, no one likes a speed bump when going on a highway, just like that for no reason. Well, this is what happened with this movie. When the story is about to take off, it attains a break to force fit a song. And another important aspect , the songs were not so impressive, at least a certain section who disliked the movie would have loved the movie for songs which unfortunately was not possible.

Length:

Before taking on the length of the movie, let’s talk about the line of the story, the theme. I felt the director deviated from the plot to introduce the female lead and show the unnecessary chemistry. The chemistry between the lead pair in first half was given so much importance which would not compliment the intricate story line of Nenokkadine. It was totally off track and in turn increased the film length. Here, I like SS Rajamouli’s take on chemistry, (take Vikramarkudu or Simhadri) he never gives a vital place in the story when unnnecessary, just a song in which hero and heroine would fall in love with each other.

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Despite above discussed potential drawbacks, movie is a must watch because the movie has got strengths in the form of Performances, Cinematography , haunting Background score from DSP which made every scene interesting and the best scenes like the Interval sequence and the climax sequence finding his parents and the important thing “Sukumar’s directorial and screenwriting skills”. Well theres so much more to add to the strengths which you can see in the movie and realize.

Mahesh just gets better with each film. There are layers to Mahesh’s performance that should be more evident upon subsequent viewings, but he is one of the few actors who can bring depth, complexity and delicacy to obsessed, often unhinged character like in this movie. Sukumar’s craftsmanship in this movie may be both the best and ironically the worst thing about Nenokkadine, but not to be disputed he made it a far more intriguing than it otherwise could have been. A “1” from Sukumar is still better than most other filmmakers’ best efforts on a similar theme.

PS: Like slow poison, ~1~ will slowly capture your senses to realize how awesome the movie was! Believe me!

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Raanjhanaa – A delight

Posted on July 4, 2013 by ramcsays

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Raanjhanaa is a recent film that is truly a masterpiece in the world of love stories. The director, Anand L Rai, has expertly captured the intensity and complexities of young love and the impact that time has on it. The film is a testament to the power of love and how it can endure, even when two people have matured and taken different paths in life.

The movie, centered on the lives of Kundan and Zoya, played by Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor, is a beautiful portrayal of a love that has stood the test of time. The screenplay, written by Himashu Sharma, is spare yet attuned to the complexities of human nature, and the dialogues are hilarious and emotional.

The film is not about a particular plot, but about life itself. Things unfold in a way that mirrors the unpredictable journey of real life, and the performances of the lead actors are a true treat to watch. They bring their characters to life in a way that makes you feel like you’re watching their love story unfold before your very eyes.

The music, composed by AR Rahman, is a standout feature of the film. The songs are a delight to listen to, and they bring an extra sense of pleasure to the movie-watching experience. The background of Banaras and the vibrant cinematography further contribute to the enjoyment of the movie and make it a truly original and delightful experience.

In conclusion, Raanjhanaa is a must-watch for anyone who loves love stories and appreciates the art of filmmaking. Don’t miss this celebration of love, life, and the human experience the subtle and perceptive new film by writer-director Anand L Rai, tests just such a relationship against the passage of time. What happens to love when two people who fell for each other as impetuous teenagers meet again years later and they have a little more maturity and when the other falls for someone else forgetting their teenage love and what one has for his or her love even when the other ignores. This is all the movie is about.Intensity can curdle up just as quickly into jealousy, possessiveness and depression; when a heartsick teenager uses a phrase like “I’ll die for her,” adults may roll their eyes, but it’s just barely a figure of speech

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