Well what I can say..I remember, I took this DVD with much disdain as I don't usually go along with romantic movies..and voilà!! i was more than surprised as how much I liked the movie..it was a novel concept ,Maddy was great so his gang of friends, I think I have saw this movie at least 6 times, planning to buy a DVD. The movie start with the monologue by none other than Maddy..describing his love n Hate relationship with Rajiv Samra(Saif Ali Khan).the first half is great , its all fun, all jokes especially Maddy's gang.They are great especially the specko guy..his timing of delivering jokes and one liners are simply kewl.I think it would be great if you guys see the movie..am sure you wont regret..Folks..don't wait just go and grab the DVD and fall in love with the movie.
43 Reviews
A Story with a twist
Manuja4 October 2004
This movie was rather different in style and approach. The story was simple, thus adding to the charm of the movie. There where no "goodies" or "baddies", and the characters show some depth time and again. The rivalry between Sam and Maddy being the premise of the movie, made it a lot more interesting than your regular love drama.
I initially took this movie out as I'm a Saif Ali-Khan fan, but at the end of the movie I was a Mahdhavn fan. He is a good actor, and the character "Maddy" was so colorful that you can't help but fall for him. This movie had the best acting Diya Mirza has done to date, bar her performance in Tehzeeb. Unfortunately an actor of Saif's caliber was under-used, but Saif still manages to inject some life to the character Sam which is rather flat in comparison to the character Maddy. The surprising sensitivity that Sam shows at the end of the film was well written.
The only criticism I would have is that the character Rina seemed unable to make up her mind at the end and needs Sam to intervene, but this may be something to be expected as her family's expectations are huge weight on her shoulders. This ad's to the realism of the film.
Another reason I like this film is that it was shot on location in New Zealand, and at one point I see Diya Mirza running down a street I used to live on! They also dance in the Octogen in Duedin which is where I lived during Univesity. So to me this movie holds a special place because of the locations it was shot in, as well as being a thorough entertainer!
I initially took this movie out as I'm a Saif Ali-Khan fan, but at the end of the movie I was a Mahdhavn fan. He is a good actor, and the character "Maddy" was so colorful that you can't help but fall for him. This movie had the best acting Diya Mirza has done to date, bar her performance in Tehzeeb. Unfortunately an actor of Saif's caliber was under-used, but Saif still manages to inject some life to the character Sam which is rather flat in comparison to the character Maddy. The surprising sensitivity that Sam shows at the end of the film was well written.
The only criticism I would have is that the character Rina seemed unable to make up her mind at the end and needs Sam to intervene, but this may be something to be expected as her family's expectations are huge weight on her shoulders. This ad's to the realism of the film.
Another reason I like this film is that it was shot on location in New Zealand, and at one point I see Diya Mirza running down a street I used to live on! They also dance in the Octogen in Duedin which is where I lived during Univesity. So to me this movie holds a special place because of the locations it was shot in, as well as being a thorough entertainer!
Its all about being Maddi
manikagarwal28 January 2014
Not all movies with low box office earnings are duds.. This cute flick proves just that. And another point to ponder is how can guys deciding the various awards recipients' could not recognize the valiant effort of a man, an amchi Mumbai guy, popularly known thereafter as simply Maddi!!! How many a times one can recollect an actor by his screen name n not his actual one, that too from a movie that could not ring the box office bells??? To be true, if such a thing happens then that only in a way can depict the heavy role played by that character in the picture... Meet Maddi, the local amchi Mumbai man who is an Indian at heart n gets bowled over by a truly magnificent looking girl at first sight... He breathes life into his role & puts in such a performance to have shamed many an established stars., He brings in his own style n one is gonna love him for that.. Be it his rowdy look, his mischievous nature, his ascent or his anger, its simply a style that is inimitable.. N in fact the best parts of the movie are when he is with his love interest, doing what he does best, romance.. Its a sheer pleasure seeing him emote, confessing his love, getting excited on hearing the partner's approval of him or gifting a memento to his friend , i mean he does it with a class n energy n uniqueness unheard of before.. Towards the end one can be seen equally moved n dejected on the guy being rejected!!! Not for something he ruled the charts down south n was sought by directors like Mani Ratnam sir for varied roles.. He may not have made it big in bollywood but i guess his time will come... Ably given company by the eye catching miss diya who gives a decent performance n paves way for some great on screen chemistry with Maddy.. A simple, no-nonsense girl character has been given some new dimensions by her., she will leave u spellbound by her beauty, freshness, charm n simplicity... The other co stars too act good.. Saif too pitches in with a satisfactory show. My review would be incomplete without talking about the music.. The music director from south has given some compositions dat can still be heard after more than 10years!!. Be it the beautifully sung melodious tunes in *Zara Zara*& * Dill KO tumse* & my favorite from the versatile singer KK* sach keh raha hai deewana*, a song that Will make you cry, literally n very meaningfully penned.. Another noteworthy point that may have gone against the movie is shoddy dresses given to Maddi, that simply looked old fashioned n southern in character unlike the ones adored by the lead actress. Guys, its a movie that one movie buff must have in his/her collection.. Maddy u are a diamond that needs a director to give it the sheen it truly deserves......... U not only rock but dazzle too..
90s kid raise your hands 🤘
saurzj21 February 2019
Hmm...I love this movie
gagan-arora118 June 2009
Although it wasn't a big movie when it came out and wasn't a successful one either. But, I got to see this movie in theater and I loved it throughout. It has emotional/comic romantic story and movie starts from college campus when our hero is about graduate and most of the story takes place after he passes out of college.
I was amazed by madhavan's acting skills (and comic timing too) and diya's beauty. Perfect chemistry between the two and comic moments here and there in the movie keeps you engrossed throughout. Music and all the songs are superb and A-class
Another great revelation was Saif's character. He was in new avatar (as he was written off by then) and could easily be said to be his one of the finest comeback movie (though there is dil chahta hai) and now he is one of the biggest star in bollywood, he should be thankful to this role.
I must have seen this move 100s time by now, it is so refreshing. When this movie came out, I was 18 then and was totally smitten by it.
I love it. :)
I was amazed by madhavan's acting skills (and comic timing too) and diya's beauty. Perfect chemistry between the two and comic moments here and there in the movie keeps you engrossed throughout. Music and all the songs are superb and A-class
Another great revelation was Saif's character. He was in new avatar (as he was written off by then) and could easily be said to be his one of the finest comeback movie (though there is dil chahta hai) and now he is one of the biggest star in bollywood, he should be thankful to this role.
I must have seen this move 100s time by now, it is so refreshing. When this movie came out, I was 18 then and was totally smitten by it.
I love it. :)
An excellent movie with a questionable moral basis
sumanprusty42510 June 2014
Warning: Spoilers
I remember watching this movie with my parents ages back, in fact a year after it was released. While it never became a box office hit, it certainly ascended to cult status and i can probably understand why. I've only recently gone back to watching these movies now, as a form of exam procrastination (an art which I am readily perfecting).
Before I get into the positives of this movie however, id like to elucidate upon what i thought was a very alarming moral issue within. The movie in a nutshell basically condones stalking and general thuggery to 'get women'. In fact, that is basically what Maddy, the movie's protagonist character, does in order to woo the girl he falls in love with after seeing her dance in the rain from a call booth (an aside - i always find it interesting to watch movies pre-smart-phone and pre mobile accessible technology because it harks back to a time where society was not poisoned with the ills and obsessions that have been created by social media - but i digress).
Maddy spends at least twenty minutes of the film engaging in what would otherwise be known as unlawful stalking behaviour in most common law countries. He takes pictures of the love interest of the movie, Reena (played ably by dia mirza), somehow solicits her number from an otherwise dumb and slightly ridiculous friend, goes to such lengths that he enlists his buddies to cut the telephone line at Reena's own home; and to top it all off, impersonates the man that is supposed to marry his love interest for 'five days' in order to 'have her.' He even hints that he might have 'raped' her if wanted in the closing stages of the film. It is highly unlikely that anyone would NOT consider all or even some of this kind of behaviour morally questionable and stalkerish, and it represents a moral undertone which i frankly dislike. Considering India's much publicised problems with rape, sexual harassment and treatment of women, such a moral undertone condones such behaviour more than anything else (granted, the film was released much before such events in India have entered a global limelight, but this does not mean those problems were not present back then either). Maddy's 'win' at the end of the movie only emphasises that problem.
Nonetheless, despite this questionable undercurrent, the movie in itself is excellent, and it is why it has bought me back to watch it and created a cult following along with it. What strikes me from the movie is the manner in which Menon, the director, treats the screenplay, which is in my opinion flawless. The movies lengthy time is barely noticeable because menon is able to intelligently weave together the initial Maddy- sam conflict throughout the film, ensuring that their conflict is always in the background but not taking up more than required screen time to effectively convey it. Further, the comedic scenes are excellent; R.Madhavan possesses a distinct comedic touch and is ably supported by another outstanding character in the film, Vicky, who's one liners had me sniggering and guffawing quite often. Menon is able to frame each comedic scene and tie to those human, good qualities that Maddy does possess - his unrelenting will, his care for his friends and family and a boyish inflection in his personality. Despite the fact that he stalks Reena, Menon's direction enables the audience to ignore the ridiculousness and instead almost root for Maddy as he, his friends and dad cook up various plans in order to woo the lady. For the most part, the scenes in which Maddy is trying to get to know Reena or is devising plans to have 'the perfect night out' are the best, because Menon paces them well, edits the scenes to elicit the humor (one particular scene, as Maddy is driving a 1970's fiat, he proclaims that 'everything is planned out and nothing can go wrong when I have planned something'; which immediately cuts to Maddy coughing and cursing an overheated car as he unsuccessfully tries to fix the radiator in the bonnet, drew several laughs). Further, Menon conveys Maddy's inner conflict of keeping his facade as 'rajiv from America' and telling Reena the truth in effective ways; he often juxtaposes Maddy's conflict in scenes where he is expressing his feelings to Reena, keeping the audience interested but also worried for the eventuality that will happen if Maddy does not tell the truth. But the greatest success for Menon is how he is able to connect Mumbai to the character of Maddy; mumbai's grime and problems is reflected by Maddy's irresponsible, immature, vulgar, alcoholic side; but on the other hand, mumbai's humor, its points of beauty and its charm is also reflected by Maddy. It is interesting when Reena admonishes Maddy on their first day together, stating that 'im a simple woman, an Indian woman...leave your American-ness alone', effectively implying to Maddy that it is his inner mumbaiwalla charm which she wants, and which she eventually falls in love with. It is this which makes the film such a cult classic because it speaks to the inner Indian in the moviegoer heart, the charm and visceral beauty within each and the will to achieve their ends.
The songs in the movie are also great and are a treat to listen to, meaning that the segues which can often be jarring are not so bad.
In all, this movie is great. It has excellent re-watch value. However, one must ignore not only the ridiculousness of the plot but also the questionable morals which plague the movie to fully appreciate its quality, and for that reason it deserves a 7/10.
Before I get into the positives of this movie however, id like to elucidate upon what i thought was a very alarming moral issue within. The movie in a nutshell basically condones stalking and general thuggery to 'get women'. In fact, that is basically what Maddy, the movie's protagonist character, does in order to woo the girl he falls in love with after seeing her dance in the rain from a call booth (an aside - i always find it interesting to watch movies pre-smart-phone and pre mobile accessible technology because it harks back to a time where society was not poisoned with the ills and obsessions that have been created by social media - but i digress).
Maddy spends at least twenty minutes of the film engaging in what would otherwise be known as unlawful stalking behaviour in most common law countries. He takes pictures of the love interest of the movie, Reena (played ably by dia mirza), somehow solicits her number from an otherwise dumb and slightly ridiculous friend, goes to such lengths that he enlists his buddies to cut the telephone line at Reena's own home; and to top it all off, impersonates the man that is supposed to marry his love interest for 'five days' in order to 'have her.' He even hints that he might have 'raped' her if wanted in the closing stages of the film. It is highly unlikely that anyone would NOT consider all or even some of this kind of behaviour morally questionable and stalkerish, and it represents a moral undertone which i frankly dislike. Considering India's much publicised problems with rape, sexual harassment and treatment of women, such a moral undertone condones such behaviour more than anything else (granted, the film was released much before such events in India have entered a global limelight, but this does not mean those problems were not present back then either). Maddy's 'win' at the end of the movie only emphasises that problem.
Nonetheless, despite this questionable undercurrent, the movie in itself is excellent, and it is why it has bought me back to watch it and created a cult following along with it. What strikes me from the movie is the manner in which Menon, the director, treats the screenplay, which is in my opinion flawless. The movies lengthy time is barely noticeable because menon is able to intelligently weave together the initial Maddy- sam conflict throughout the film, ensuring that their conflict is always in the background but not taking up more than required screen time to effectively convey it. Further, the comedic scenes are excellent; R.Madhavan possesses a distinct comedic touch and is ably supported by another outstanding character in the film, Vicky, who's one liners had me sniggering and guffawing quite often. Menon is able to frame each comedic scene and tie to those human, good qualities that Maddy does possess - his unrelenting will, his care for his friends and family and a boyish inflection in his personality. Despite the fact that he stalks Reena, Menon's direction enables the audience to ignore the ridiculousness and instead almost root for Maddy as he, his friends and dad cook up various plans in order to woo the lady. For the most part, the scenes in which Maddy is trying to get to know Reena or is devising plans to have 'the perfect night out' are the best, because Menon paces them well, edits the scenes to elicit the humor (one particular scene, as Maddy is driving a 1970's fiat, he proclaims that 'everything is planned out and nothing can go wrong when I have planned something'; which immediately cuts to Maddy coughing and cursing an overheated car as he unsuccessfully tries to fix the radiator in the bonnet, drew several laughs). Further, Menon conveys Maddy's inner conflict of keeping his facade as 'rajiv from America' and telling Reena the truth in effective ways; he often juxtaposes Maddy's conflict in scenes where he is expressing his feelings to Reena, keeping the audience interested but also worried for the eventuality that will happen if Maddy does not tell the truth. But the greatest success for Menon is how he is able to connect Mumbai to the character of Maddy; mumbai's grime and problems is reflected by Maddy's irresponsible, immature, vulgar, alcoholic side; but on the other hand, mumbai's humor, its points of beauty and its charm is also reflected by Maddy. It is interesting when Reena admonishes Maddy on their first day together, stating that 'im a simple woman, an Indian woman...leave your American-ness alone', effectively implying to Maddy that it is his inner mumbaiwalla charm which she wants, and which she eventually falls in love with. It is this which makes the film such a cult classic because it speaks to the inner Indian in the moviegoer heart, the charm and visceral beauty within each and the will to achieve their ends.
The songs in the movie are also great and are a treat to listen to, meaning that the segues which can often be jarring are not so bad.
In all, this movie is great. It has excellent re-watch value. However, one must ignore not only the ridiculousness of the plot but also the questionable morals which plague the movie to fully appreciate its quality, and for that reason it deserves a 7/10.
Best Movie
abhil-rn-it4 May 2012
Warning: Spoilers
RHTDM was best movie according to me. But i didn't know how it became flop. It was awesome movie with nice story line. Role of diya mirza and madhvan was extra ordinary. I had watched this movie approx 50-60times. One of the best movie of madhvan. And the song was great. There was mixture of all type of song. "Sach keh raha hai deewana" and "Dilko tmse pyar hua" was awesome. The movie was slightly slow or boring in first part. But after that the movie was great. When first time i watched the movie. I was very sad because i didn't watched the movie in theater. By the way all movie of madhvan are good. Tanu weds Manu was also a great movie, with great story line, and awesome songs.
Not very good, not bad either.
A_Voice3 December 2013
Firstly I'd like to say that people wanting to see this film should not read the synopsis, as it gives away to much and takes the "shock" or surprise factor from the films pacing.
It is good and simple love story of a spoilt guy who falls in love at first sight, then he tries to get her by any means and re discovers his sense of righteousness.
The story is very simple and just similar to any other film of its genre. It's nothing one hasn't seen in Bollywood. The second half fairs a little better than the first as it has a minute novelty factor. The film manages to keep you engaged but at the same time feels a bit "lengthy". It could have been cut short a bit by either removing a few unnecessary scenes or songs. As, it just has only a couple of good songs, one of them is the legendary and timeless "Zara Zara" by Oscar winner A.R. Rehman and Oscar nominee Bombay Jayshree. This is the song which brought the movie in limelight upon its release. A great song indeed.
Another commendable part of the film is the performance of R. Madhavan. He solely bears the film on his shoulders and sees it to the end. He depicts wide range of expressions along with a striking charm.
Direction: Good.
Script: Strong.
Acting: R Madhavan all the way. Dia is average and one fails to feel the love towards her character. Saif is Average. Anupam Ji is good. Side actors like Madhavan's friend Vrajesh has done a good job.
Music: Zara Zara is outstanding. Songs are good but are in excess.
An enjoyable film, a bit lengthy but a good watch.
It is good and simple love story of a spoilt guy who falls in love at first sight, then he tries to get her by any means and re discovers his sense of righteousness.
The story is very simple and just similar to any other film of its genre. It's nothing one hasn't seen in Bollywood. The second half fairs a little better than the first as it has a minute novelty factor. The film manages to keep you engaged but at the same time feels a bit "lengthy". It could have been cut short a bit by either removing a few unnecessary scenes or songs. As, it just has only a couple of good songs, one of them is the legendary and timeless "Zara Zara" by Oscar winner A.R. Rehman and Oscar nominee Bombay Jayshree. This is the song which brought the movie in limelight upon its release. A great song indeed.
Another commendable part of the film is the performance of R. Madhavan. He solely bears the film on his shoulders and sees it to the end. He depicts wide range of expressions along with a striking charm.
Direction: Good.
Script: Strong.
Acting: R Madhavan all the way. Dia is average and one fails to feel the love towards her character. Saif is Average. Anupam Ji is good. Side actors like Madhavan's friend Vrajesh has done a good job.
Music: Zara Zara is outstanding. Songs are good but are in excess.
An enjoyable film, a bit lengthy but a good watch.
Excellent Combination Of Love And Music
abhinavkesarwani26 November 2012
RHTDM is indeed one of my favourite movie, i watched it more than 100 times or may be much much more.
Movie got a touching songs and background score(RHTDM THEME) every time a emotional love scene comes which always melt my heart much faster than anything.
Although the movie is quite expected but the acting of all the characters in the movie is above par, specially Madhav Shastri aka Maddy(Madhavan).
Reena Malhotra(Diya Mirza) looks awesome in this movie and the prettiest ever in her bollywood carrier.
Rajiv Samra(Saif Ali Khan) adding twist to the movie also played a studious dude role in the movie.
Although the movie was not much successful at the time of its release, but as far as i concerned all the youngsters at the time when this movie was released, loved it so much and can watch this movie uncountable time.
Enjoy this movie with some of the unforgettable, evergreen, touching, heart breaking, romantic, funny, etc songs and scenes.
Atlast want to say than RHTDM Always....
Movie got a touching songs and background score(RHTDM THEME) every time a emotional love scene comes which always melt my heart much faster than anything.
Although the movie is quite expected but the acting of all the characters in the movie is above par, specially Madhav Shastri aka Maddy(Madhavan).
Reena Malhotra(Diya Mirza) looks awesome in this movie and the prettiest ever in her bollywood carrier.
Rajiv Samra(Saif Ali Khan) adding twist to the movie also played a studious dude role in the movie.
Although the movie was not much successful at the time of its release, but as far as i concerned all the youngsters at the time when this movie was released, loved it so much and can watch this movie uncountable time.
Enjoy this movie with some of the unforgettable, evergreen, touching, heart breaking, romantic, funny, etc songs and scenes.
Atlast want to say than RHTDM Always....
Minnale Copy Paste but quite watchable
silvan-desouza16 November 2017
Warning: Spoilers
RHTDM as it's affectionately called was a remake of Tamil film Minnale(2001) which also starred Madhavan alongwith Reema Sen Govind Menon remakes the same film with a few changes. The film starts off well, with Maddy and Saif fight and then Maddy falling for Dia, though the south style may not work for all at times Yet the scenes between Dia and Maddy are superbly handled The twist in the tale is well handled too with Saif making a comeback The going ons do get predictable in second half but the climax is well handled
Direction is good Music is mostly recreated yet Zara Zara became a rage
Madhavan tends to overdo a bit and reminds u of Shahrukh Khan but yet he plays Maddy superbly of course he has played it before in Minnale but he lends freshness to the role though he was overweight Dia is also cute in her role though weak in her emotional scenes and dialogue delivery Their chemistry is amazing Saif Ali Khan is superb in his role, this was his first role after Dil Chahta Hai and he is good Vrajesh Hirjee is funny as Maddy's friend, Anupam Kher is lovable though typecast rest are okay
Direction is good Music is mostly recreated yet Zara Zara became a rage
Madhavan tends to overdo a bit and reminds u of Shahrukh Khan but yet he plays Maddy superbly of course he has played it before in Minnale but he lends freshness to the role though he was overweight Dia is also cute in her role though weak in her emotional scenes and dialogue delivery Their chemistry is amazing Saif Ali Khan is superb in his role, this was his first role after Dil Chahta Hai and he is good Vrajesh Hirjee is funny as Maddy's friend, Anupam Kher is lovable though typecast rest are okay
A well Acted Movie
avik_black10031 May 2008
A well acted movie. the story is simple, but the actors have done a very good job. most of the scenes are nicely done. Madhavan and Diya does a good job as newcomers to Bollywood.
The songs were really good too. All of the songs were equally good in tunes and lyrics. My favorite was "Dil Ko" by Roopkumar Rathod.
Madahavan looked comfortable and natural in front of the camera, maybe because this was not his first movie. though, this was his first Hindi movie.
Diya makes a good job out of her character.
Saif Ali Khan was the weakest of the trio, but his performance was also considerably good.
The supporting actors didn't spoil the movie.
The beginning scenes doesn't look out of place, as they describe Madhavan's character. it also serves a purpose to the plot.
overall, nice movie.
The songs were really good too. All of the songs were equally good in tunes and lyrics. My favorite was "Dil Ko" by Roopkumar Rathod.
Madahavan looked comfortable and natural in front of the camera, maybe because this was not his first movie. though, this was his first Hindi movie.
Diya makes a good job out of her character.
Saif Ali Khan was the weakest of the trio, but his performance was also considerably good.
The supporting actors didn't spoil the movie.
The beginning scenes doesn't look out of place, as they describe Madhavan's character. it also serves a purpose to the plot.
overall, nice movie.
Watchable remake Of Tamil Minnale and Hit Soundtrack but with a few flaws
stylegamer16 March 2018
A remake of the same movie in Tamil titled "Minnale".This remake RHTDM film was not so successful during the time of its release in the year 2001, but has since developed a cult following on the internet. Most of the film contains the same exact scenes as its Tamil counterpart. However the hindi audiences were not ready for a different style of movie that itself was new in the original Tamil movie. Minnale was well received in the south because it appealed to Tamil sensibilities and tastes of that time showing the changing trends in 2000.
As compared to the original movie Minnale. the acting seems to be better especially the female lead role played by Diya Mirza compared to the Reema Sen in the original. Diya seems to be a more competent performer than Reema Sen and carries the film throughout with her excellent mannerisms and performance.
However in this hindi remake, Madhavan seems to have faltered in his acting compared to the original Tamil version His performance at times comes off as over exaggerated or subpar. At times the screenplay and production seems to be rushed and greater care could have been taken in editing and production values. The film has good cinematography and production values which seems out of place or non conventional at the time in Bollywood like for example the Zara Zara song picturisation . Nevertheless, the on screen presence of Diya Mirza and her performance still is one of the best in Indian cinema.
The film itself contains a few unnecessary elements which are draggy and irrelevant to the central story.The soundtrack by Harris Jayaraj while being brilliant as it was in the original , it had been successfully and nicely dubbed from the original version without coming off as too much tamil and avoided the problems which plague dubbed soundtracks of this sort from the South to North. Overall the soundtrack is the biggest winner in this film as it had the same impact on Hindi audiences as the Tamil version.
Overall a watcher for its presentation of couples in love.
As compared to the original movie Minnale. the acting seems to be better especially the female lead role played by Diya Mirza compared to the Reema Sen in the original. Diya seems to be a more competent performer than Reema Sen and carries the film throughout with her excellent mannerisms and performance.
However in this hindi remake, Madhavan seems to have faltered in his acting compared to the original Tamil version His performance at times comes off as over exaggerated or subpar. At times the screenplay and production seems to be rushed and greater care could have been taken in editing and production values. The film has good cinematography and production values which seems out of place or non conventional at the time in Bollywood like for example the Zara Zara song picturisation . Nevertheless, the on screen presence of Diya Mirza and her performance still is one of the best in Indian cinema.
The film itself contains a few unnecessary elements which are draggy and irrelevant to the central story.The soundtrack by Harris Jayaraj while being brilliant as it was in the original , it had been successfully and nicely dubbed from the original version without coming off as too much tamil and avoided the problems which plague dubbed soundtracks of this sort from the South to North. Overall the soundtrack is the biggest winner in this film as it had the same impact on Hindi audiences as the Tamil version.
Overall a watcher for its presentation of couples in love.
What message does that send to young Indian men?
Zarah_Bachchan9 November 2012
Warning: Spoilers
I watched that movie with a lot of hope after seeing its mark. I have been hugely disappointed. India is a country where girls are subject to an increasing level of sexual harassment. It is also a country where their honour is highly valued, and where a bad marriage often means a life of misery. This film portrays Reena as a nice girl, but a girl whose choice is never taken into account. I thought that the film would end by her choosing neither after she says she doesn't want to decide her future by closing her eyes. It would have been an excellent, and genuinely original ending. Sadly, she goes with her harasser (which is what Madhav is). This basically say you can lie to a girl, and you'll get her. It doesn't matter what she thinks, she'll fall for you. As in ALL Bollywood movies, the first half hour is about the guy creepily staring at her all the time. It doesn't take into account the fact that, yes we do realise that as girls. And we don't like it. No wonder guys in India think it's OK to stare at a girl and harass her. It's because of films like that such behaviour is tolerated. Then what happens? Oh yes, Madhav pursue her, threatens her, threaten to hit her friends, beat up a few guys, and tell her that he could have raped her. She cries, but so what? It works. The film ends when Rajiv 'gives her' (she doesn't even come on her own) to Madhav. I know the story between the guys was in the background, but come on. What does that say, really? Such a film deserves only blame. It normalises attitudes which are deeply disturbing in Indian society. Get a grip, and produce films that have the balls to actually portray women other than passive victims, and men as weirdos who stare, harass, and get what they want.
Love this romantic Bollywood love story
emilyhill-4875615 October 2015
Warning: Spoilers
I love this Bollywood movie. This is when I was traveling through India my one of my Indian friend suggested me to watch this awesome movie. This is funny, romantic, sweet, light hearted and well acted movie. I have watched many Bollywood films but this one was I fell in love with. I've seen this more than ten times. The lead R. Madhavan and beautiful lady Dia Mirza I love this couple. very good actors. They could work well in Hollywood though. and about music. who the hell had composed the music in this film. I don't know the name of music director. but I love all songs from this film. I still listen to them sometime. I would rate it four and half out of five. :)
Best love story
amitprakash-indian25 May 2014
Friends this this one of the best love story that have ever made,i watched this movie for more than 50 times and still want to watch it.Madhvan did great acting as well as Diya is looking so cute.Songs are still heart touching.This is the movie which i first saw when i was in class 7th my love story too started at this very age and i was madly in love with that girl.This story have song's which will touch your heart if you are in love.This movie also has record for the most movie title songs. This movie is made in so many languages and all over South India it was super hit and i felt so disappointed to know it was flop in north India people in north still want masala movie but this is full package.
Epic Title Theme
nikree10 November 2021
This *has-to be one of the most debated movie with the passage of time.
Stalking is a serious issue and couldn't be normalised at any cost!
But, having said that. The fact that it bacame a cult and the audience accepted it, shows the maturity (or lack of it) of our society at that time.
Bottomline being, this may not* be an inappropriate movie at that time. But that doesn't make it acceptable for contemporary judgement. It should be and rightly critiqued for it's merits.
Spoilers: But if we try to look closely.
1. Maddy only had one option and he took it. As Reena was from an elite family, who doesn't talk to boys. And her marriage was also arranged.
So does it make it ethical, of course! NOT.
Still at the same time, at last when Maddy had a chance to get physical with Reena, he didn't took advantage of the situation. Instead he stepped back knowing that he is not the person she thinks he is.
2. But at other points it's was purely toxic with statements like- "There's no point talking to these girls with a straight face.. (after cheating)" Even shouting/screaming in front of her in agressive loud voice.
And, "I'll forget* her, but will she be able to forget me?" Poor storylines as Dad pleading for his guilty son.
In conclusion. There's no sense to it, even if we're trying hard to find one. It was pure business. They made what they knew would sell 'at that time'.
Just because it was a hit, doesn't make it relevant today. It's not even worth watch today. One can definitely skip it. But still bearable watch if one intends to.
Stalking is a serious issue and couldn't be normalised at any cost!
But, having said that. The fact that it bacame a cult and the audience accepted it, shows the maturity (or lack of it) of our society at that time.
Bottomline being, this may not* be an inappropriate movie at that time. But that doesn't make it acceptable for contemporary judgement. It should be and rightly critiqued for it's merits.
Spoilers: But if we try to look closely.
1. Maddy only had one option and he took it. As Reena was from an elite family, who doesn't talk to boys. And her marriage was also arranged.
So does it make it ethical, of course! NOT.
Still at the same time, at last when Maddy had a chance to get physical with Reena, he didn't took advantage of the situation. Instead he stepped back knowing that he is not the person she thinks he is.
2. But at other points it's was purely toxic with statements like- "There's no point talking to these girls with a straight face.. (after cheating)" Even shouting/screaming in front of her in agressive loud voice.
And, "I'll forget* her, but will she be able to forget me?" Poor storylines as Dad pleading for his guilty son.
In conclusion. There's no sense to it, even if we're trying hard to find one. It was pure business. They made what they knew would sell 'at that time'.
Just because it was a hit, doesn't make it relevant today. It's not even worth watch today. One can definitely skip it. But still bearable watch if one intends to.
Cult Classic Romantic Movie
rajatgoyal-4596530 December 2019
A perfect movie
dy3849321 December 2020
Review from an Indian woman !
inconscience9 February 2018
Warning: Spoilers
This is a typical example of Indian cinema glorifying the harassment in the name of romance.
Maddy - Does not respect women during college, acts like a goon etc etc. Falls in love instantly with Dia and decides that she is the one. He sets out to get her by hook or crook.
Dia - Shown as independent working woman. But , I don't understand how did she even fall for this guy in 5 days and decide to marry him. Stereotyped to be an Adarsh Indian Bahu.
Rajiv - Sensitive enough to respect women ; to even notice that Dia was not happy during the wedding ceremony. (Most Indian guys cannot even figure out why a woman is mad at him even when it's super obvious).
But, Dia is shown to fall for Maddy who shouts and threatens her when things aren't going his way. Even after he says that he could have sexually violated her in disguise as Rajiv. No self respecting woman in the real world would actually choose someone like Maddy. Atleast I would not.
Such a sad thing to see that this is such a celebrated movie among Indian youth. Influences the people to think it's "OKAY" to lie, stalk , threaten, harrass, emotionally blackmail, beat up people etc. :'(
But, Dia is shown to fall for Maddy who shouts and threatens her when things aren't going his way. Even after he says that he could have sexually violated her in disguise as Rajiv. No self respecting woman in the real world would actually choose someone like Maddy. Atleast I would not.
Such a sad thing to see that this is such a celebrated movie among Indian youth. Influences the people to think it's "OKAY" to lie, stalk , threaten, harrass, emotionally blackmail, beat up people etc. :'(
No movie like this
mohitvyasu5 April 2021
Excellent Movie
rafiunislam-218553 September 2020
I love this movie and will love forever
o-f-mukut12 February 2020
A story that never gets old.
anmolbrar28820 May 2021
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