Hrithik Roshan has once again proved his detractors wrong with his stupendous performance in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.  His top slot at the box office has been once again re-established with the success of this movie. The industry claims that the movie has had a fantastic opening, all due to the actor’s presence and performance.

His stellar acting in the movie has earned him accolades from filmmakers, colleagues and critics. The King Khan himself loved Hrithik in the movie and he said, “He has emoted amazingly with his eyes and his silences convey everything.”  Karan Johar witnessed Hrithik’s brilliance in the theatre and said, “Hrithik’s performance in one word BRILLIANT.”  Shabana Azmi, Rani Mukherjee and many other actors shared similar feelings.

Hrithik’s star power, apart from his acting has rendered a touch of splendor to the movie. In the past 10 years his 5 movies have been in the top 10 grosser list: KNPH (2000), K3G( 2001), Koi Mil Gaya (2003), KRRISH and  Dhoom 2 (2005).

His recent hit Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara has received a great start in the overseas marker and has hit the record of being the biggest hit with expectations to cross $5 million. The movie has grossed about $2.25 million in all markets in the first three days. In Northern America the movie is the biggest hit since My Name is Khan and Kites with a difference of $1000. Hrithik’s 5 movies remain in the top 10 list of US. The movie is doing great in Australia, the United Kingdom and UAE.

Hrithik’s role is quite different in the movie. Like every other movie he has experimented with his role in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara as well. Although his character in the movie is not as experimental as Guzaarish , Lakshya and Jodha Akbar, the character is strong and makes an impression with the audience.

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Hrithik plays a young man who is obsessed with money but has lost all the life in him and has traded his happy soul for monetary security. He is taken aback by the freedom of spirit and spontaneity that the character of Laila (Katrina) portrays. With her help, he lets go of his fears in life and discovers a new person within himself. His performance is at its peak during significant moments of the transformation. The changed Hrithik in the movie displays a vivid contrast with his character before the transformation. His dance and singing skills as well reach the zenith in the song Senorita. In short, the actor has delivered an all round performance with singing, dancing and multitude of emotions he displays at the appropriate level required for the character. His on screen chemistry with Katrina Kaif is quite adorable. The comedy scenes along with Abhey Deol and Farhan Akthar have been done splendidly. In other words, if you are a Hrithik fan, this movie is a must watch. Hrithik is sure to live upto your expectations and entertain you in every way possible in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

Last year’s biggest blockbuster, ‘Dabangg’, won 7 awards at the glamorous 12^th International Indian Film Academy awards on Saturday night in Toronto. The awards included the best female debut for the new actress Sonakshi Sinha. The movie’s major highlight Salman Khan was not present at the award function and neither received any awards for the movie.

Ranveer Singh who stole a million young hearts making his debut in ‘Band Baaja Baaraat’ won the best debut male award.

He accepted the award from the famous Bollywood couple Neetu Singh and Rishi Kapoor, he said that it was a special award to him as it was presented to him by his idol. However, he added that it was just the beginning.

When Hema Malini presented the award to Sonakshi Sinha, daughter of Chatrugan Sinha confessed very honestly “ I saw this girl and never thought she will become an actress.” Overcome with joy, Sonakshi addressed to the crowd saying “Toronto, itna pyar. Thanks for giving me the gift of IIFA. I will cherish it forever.”

The award for Best Actor in the Supporting role was won by Arjun Rampal for the movie ‘Rajneeti’.

Dabangg again bagged the award for best female playback singer. Mamta Sharma won the award for her song ‘Munni Badnaam’.

“I love you so much… Shah Rukh I love you much… Toronto I love you so much,”  said Mamta with happiness as the award was handed to her by  Arshad Warsi with the company of Shah Rukh Khan, Ritesh Deshmukh and Boman Irani who were hosting the show.

Dabangg again won an award for the best male ply back singer. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan bagged this award for his famous number ‘Tere Mast Mast Do Nain’.

The award for best lyricist was won by ‘Niranjan’s Iyengar for ‘Noor-e-Khuda’ and ‘Sajda’ from My Name is Khan. The award was taken by the director Karan Johar on Niranjan’s absence.

Dabangg again bagged the award for best music direction. Latit Pandit and Sajid Wajid won this award.

Award for best story was given to Shiba Bathija of ‘My Name is Khan’. The award was presented by Brett Lee, Sajid Nadiawala and Fardeen Khan.

Dabangg then won its fifth award for best screenplay. Dileep Shukla and Abhinav Kashyap accepted this award from Sant Singh Chatwal, Praksh Mehra and Zeenat Aman.

Ishqiya won the award for best dialogue and Vishal  Bharadwaj accepted this award from Mallik Sheraawat and Brian White, a Hollywood superstar.

The final award for Dabangg was won by Sonu Sood who received the award for best performance in negative role. He delivered an emotional speech remembering his Bollywood journey after graduating from an engineering college.

The famous couple Arbazz Khan and Malaika Arora was present in the award function along with Sohail Khan. The couple accepted the final  award for the movie which was given to filmmaking endeavors of the production. Thus came to an end the glorious journey of Dabangg in the 12^th IIFA awards at Toronto.

Starring Hrithik Roshan, Abhay Deol and Farhan Akhtar, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ is a simple, endearing and true to life movie. It has got one of the most unadulterated narrative in Hindi movies in recent times. It doesn’t try to manipulate the audience by showing extreme emotions or mindless actions.

It’s the story of 3 friends, who go on a trip together to experience the life. Abhay Deol plays Kabir, who is soon to get married to Natasha (played by Kalki Koechlin). He wants to go on a one last trip as a bachelor with his two friends. So, he convinces Imran (played by Farhan Akhtar) and Arjun (played by Hrithik Roshan) with him.

The screenplay treats all three actors as just characters and doesn’t try turn any of them into a quintessential hero. All three friends have their own life stories, careers and family and it has been sewn into the story quite effortlessly. The scenic beauty of Spain also plays a part in the story, but the director should have kept the place in the background, instead of making it look like a postcard of Spain tourism.

The first half grips you as you get to know the characters. Arjun is a workaholic and wants to get rich and retire by the age of 40. For Imran, the trip has additional meaning as he wants to find his long lost biological father there. Together, they take this journey, meet new people make more friends and find new meaning to their life.  Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara is being compared to Dil Chahta Hai, another bro-mance. But don’t go expecting another Dil Chahta Hai, because you will end up getting disappointed. Rather, watch Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara with a fresh perspective. You might enjoy it.

In the midst of movies with high adult content and semi porn scenes, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara comes as a refreshing surprise. There are no double meaning songs, no forced item songs, no abusive language and no melodrama.

It’s a fun movie that you can enjoy with your friends and family.

Blog of India Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

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The Chennai airport seemed like it had been struck by a carnival last evening. The cause for this jubilance was the long awaited arrival of Super Star Rajinikanth from Singapore. Hundreds of his fans surrounded the airport as he returned from his month long treatment. The excitement reached its peak when he arrived at the city at 10:15 p.m. via Singapore Airlines.

The fans wore T- shirts with the Star’s photo and danced happily as their mobile musical band played the famous numbers of the star. Fans had come to meet the star not only from the city but also from neighboring districts and suburban localities had come to greet the actor. A large number of policemen from Meenambakkam Police station and other police stations were appointed to enable free movement of traffic.

Doctor Rajinikanth had been ill for about 2-3 months prior to leaving to Singapore to obtain treatment for kidney related issues. On the final Friday of April, during the shoot of his upcoming movie ‘RANA’ directed by K.S. Ravikumar, the actor was admitted to St. Isabel after a short attack vomiting. After treating him for exhaustion and dehydration, he was discharged on the very same day.

To the dismay of the family members, friends and fans, the actor was again admitted in hospital for fever and breathlessness on May 4^th. He spent a few days in the hospital to be treated for his ailment.

He was free of any illness for a brief period and was again admitted in Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre on May 13^th. The actor complained of fluid retention, respiratory issues, gastro intestinal problems and fever.  A week later he was shifted to ICU and started being under the supervision of ultra filtration and dialysis in order to alleviate the issues caused due to fluid retention. He was sufficiently recovered just to fly to Singapore for advance treatment on May 27^th.

The media received a handwritten night from the star directed to his fans stating that he was deeply thankful for their support and he would start working on Rana as soon as his health permits.

The star also made calls to the director, other important crew members and Deepika Padukone to inform that the shooting would begin in September. The actress was thrilled for receiving a call from the super star. She affirmed the actor that she would extend her complete co-operation for the movie.

During the time the star was admitted in the hospital, there were depressing rumors about the star suffering from cancer. Some death rumors were also spread during the time. The fans were asked to keep their cool and not to believe anything until a family member of the star revealed anything. But all the while the star remained cheerful in his hospital room and was said to be enjoying the IPL and the victories of Chennai Super Kings.

Finally, all has ended well for the fans and well wishers of Super Star Rajinikanth. The star has promised to entertain the fans soon enough.