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Recent Movie: Cheeni Kum - BOLLYWOOD Amitabh Bachchan is once again back on the big screen, romancing a heroine far below his age. After being paired opposite Jiah Khan in “Nishabd”, this time AB Sr. as Buddhadev Gupta has eyes only for Nina played by Tabu.

Gupta is an elderly man in his 60’s and lives with his mother (Zohra Sehgal) who is in her 80’s. He is also the owner of one of the fanciest Indian restaurants in London and his only passion in life is cooking, cooking and more cooking. He has remained a bachelor all his life and never intended to fall in love until he comes across this lady called Nina (who is in her 30’s). And now Mr. Gupta has his heart set on marrying this vivacious woman, but with the permission of her father (Paresh Rawal).

The father however, if he gives the green signal for this wedding, then his would be son in law is going to be even elder to him. Thus lays the entire story dealing with the question, if age is going to be a barrier between the unions of these two lovebirds or will Mr. Gupta be able to convince his supposed father in law. Delicate, warming and sensitizing!!!! “Cheeni Kum” comes forth as a sweet romantic comedy with some worth watching performances. While “Nishabd” was grimmer, this one is a lighter and a frothier bet. The movie progresses at a comfortable pace and is outlined with a witticism that pervades throughout the course of the journey.

There is a host of talented actors and everyone seems to be absolutely befitting their part. The characterization of Buddhadev Gupta and Nina is completely contrasting. While he is a pompous egoist, she is more likeable in her being. Yet when they come together, it is the mingling of two people who are so much made for each other, despite the huge age gaps. Even the chemistry between Gupta and his young neighbour, Ms. Sexy (Swini Kara) is incredible, and so is the range of compatibility between Gupta and his mother.

What is extremely important is the kind of versatility that the director has reached where the characters are concerned. There is the old mother of Gupta who still yearns to be young and wants to live life as if it has just begun for her, whereas on the other hand there is the young kid, Ms Sexy who is battling death (due to cancer) at this innocent age itself. The debutant director (R. Balki) has weaved out a lovable blend of storytelling, though the ending could have been a little more constricted… (But hmmmmm…, never mind!!!!)…The music (by Ilaiyaraaja) is also soothing and provides the perfect backdrop for a fable as this. The frames ooze a fresh appeal, with the most prominent color being white which makes it actually more vibrant. Cinematographer P. C Sreeram has accomplished a laudable job. Overall, a very unsullied and fine-looking piece of cinema…. We certainly need more such as this one is!!!




Actors
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Paresh Rawal
Actresses
- Tabu


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