Realistic, Charming, Entertaining, and Honest

Rating: 8/10 (11 December 2008)

Let me first say that it is not in the league of DDLJ. Having said that, there are hardly any such films.
As for the movie itself, it is a very real film. And like CDI, the trump card here is the victory of the underdog. The difference though is that the underdog as well as the front runner is played by SRK. The movie is predictable at times, but hats off to Adi for the presentation and treatment. I would spoil it by saying anything else. To sum up, you are surely gonna enjoy and appreciate the movie (if you don't go there with the purpose of nitpicking) The best part about the movie is Casting, it is spot on, and SRK's act as Surinder has to be seen to be believed. One of the most amazing performances, and right up there with his best. His other persona is the RAJ one, but this one's an ace too, as he spoofs every romantic notion, romantic movies, including his own spoof. I enjoyed it very well. the transformation of Surinder into Raj is funny and believable. It is as believable as one of us trying to imitate a star after seeing his movie. Anoushka is awesome, in fact, she really steals many scenes, and holds her own, and sometimes even betters SRK.
Songs and background music is authentic and blend seamlessly with the movie. All the songs are well shot and placed in the film. Phir Milenge Chalte Chalte song is awesome, while Rab dikhta hai is truly heartwarming! Negatives: Few Scenes are cheesy, and few Over The Top.
Overall, 8/10.
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