10 best bollywood movies 2005
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It was a mixed bag for bollywood in 2005..some creative movies showing signs that bollywood is slowly maturing although there was plenty of garbage released to ensure that some would continue to view bollywood with skepticism.
So here are, according to me the top 10 movies in 2005 (not in any particular order):-
1) Shabd - A complex, multi-layered, abstract movie which requires the audience to
pay attention.Versatile performance by Sanjay Dutt subtly depicting signs of mental deteoriation, unable to distinguish between reality and fantasy. Aishwarya is a miscast and the annoying presence of Zayed Khan drags the movie down.
2) Page 3 - Director Madhur Bhandarkar's "Shock and awe" effort, a cold, unflinching look through the eyes of an idealistic journalistic leading viewers down the dark underbelly of mumbai and the shameful lives lead by celebrities who populate the popular Page 3 section of newspapers. Celluloid equivalent of sensational journalism which on 2nd viewing one may well wonder what all the fuss was about? Good effort anyway.
3) Seher - The first of many small budget, story based,independent productions which leaves an lasting impression. Good ensemble cast lead by Arshad Warsi in a serious role.
4) Yahaan - Another movie with less hype and more substance. A credible storyline, gorgeous cinematography, tight direction and editing, topped with finely nuanced performances by Jimmy Shergill (one of the under-rated actor in bollywood) and minisha Lambda.
5) Black - let's for once set aside the astonishing psychological methods of treatment such as yelling, shaking and throwing kids around etc shown on screen and instead relish the richness and finese of the movie. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is an artist and his movies are often his canvas- a stunning dash of vivid colors and lush settings, punctuated with lucid dialogue compels the viewers to get involved. Powerful performance by Amitabh Bachchan lifts the movie to higher levels.
6) Socha Na tha - A light, entertaining story with finely sketched realistic characters and a believable story line. Abhay deol shines as the confused guy in love with two beautiful women. Engrossing from start to finish. Excellent.
7) D - Another look at the mumbai underworld from the Ram gopal Varma factory. This movie seems almost like a hybrid derivate of RGV's Company, Satya, and Sarkar. Yet the movie comes out on top and manages to hold it's own amongst the other movies cos of it's relentless tension and superb breakthrough performance by Randeep Honda.
8) Salaam Namaste - This is an entertaining movie. Some moralists may disapprove of the basic storyline and others may cringe at some parts of the movie but overall I was thoroughly entertained by this story - An intelligent, humorous movie which tries to raise above the mundance bollywood productions. Delightful performances by Saif Ali Khan, Priety Zinta, Arshad Warsi and ofcourse Javed Jaffery who steals the show everytime he's on screen, his dead-on fake Aussie-American-bihari accent had the audiences in splits. Good fun.
9) Parineeta - Why? cos of the same reason black is in the list. It's a beautifully crafted movie, a period piece replete with music, and production values richly describing Calcutta in the 60's. It has a pretty decent storyline and Saif Ali Khan once again impresses with a moderated performance. Debuntant Vidya Balan looked assured and looked the part and it's a walk in the park for Sanjay Dutt.
10) Maine Gandhi ko Nahin Mara - To be completely honest I was disappointed with this movie. Why? Cos I guess I had high expectations. I expected a compelling, captivating drama. But that being said I cannot take anything away from the movie. It sticks to it's fairly unique story and Anupam Kher and Urmila Matondkar get into the skin of their characters and dish out fantastic performances. Expect awards for this one. A pat in the back for the director..a fine effort showing bollywood the way.
Also supposedly good movies are : - Hazaron khawhish aisin, Iqbal, Antarmahal.
Disappointments of 2005 - Sarkar, The Rising-Mangal Pandey, Virrudh, Paheli.
-Nav
It was a mixed bag for bollywood in 2005..some creative movies showing signs that bollywood is slowly maturing although there was plenty of garbage released to ensure that some would continue to view bollywood with skepticism.
So here are, according to me the top 10 movies in 2005 (not in any particular order):-
1) Shabd - A complex, multi-layered, abstract movie which requires the audience to
pay attention.Versatile performance by Sanjay Dutt subtly depicting signs of mental deteoriation, unable to distinguish between reality and fantasy. Aishwarya is a miscast and the annoying presence of Zayed Khan drags the movie down.
2) Page 3 - Director Madhur Bhandarkar's "Shock and awe" effort, a cold, unflinching look through the eyes of an idealistic journalistic leading viewers down the dark underbelly of mumbai and the shameful lives lead by celebrities who populate the popular Page 3 section of newspapers. Celluloid equivalent of sensational journalism which on 2nd viewing one may well wonder what all the fuss was about? Good effort anyway.
3) Seher - The first of many small budget, story based,independent productions which leaves an lasting impression. Good ensemble cast lead by Arshad Warsi in a serious role.
4) Yahaan - Another movie with less hype and more substance. A credible storyline, gorgeous cinematography, tight direction and editing, topped with finely nuanced performances by Jimmy Shergill (one of the under-rated actor in bollywood) and minisha Lambda.
5) Black - let's for once set aside the astonishing psychological methods of treatment such as yelling, shaking and throwing kids around etc shown on screen and instead relish the richness and finese of the movie. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is an artist and his movies are often his canvas- a stunning dash of vivid colors and lush settings, punctuated with lucid dialogue compels the viewers to get involved. Powerful performance by Amitabh Bachchan lifts the movie to higher levels.
6) Socha Na tha - A light, entertaining story with finely sketched realistic characters and a believable story line. Abhay deol shines as the confused guy in love with two beautiful women. Engrossing from start to finish. Excellent.
7) D - Another look at the mumbai underworld from the Ram gopal Varma factory. This movie seems almost like a hybrid derivate of RGV's Company, Satya, and Sarkar. Yet the movie comes out on top and manages to hold it's own amongst the other movies cos of it's relentless tension and superb breakthrough performance by Randeep Honda.
8) Salaam Namaste - This is an entertaining movie. Some moralists may disapprove of the basic storyline and others may cringe at some parts of the movie but overall I was thoroughly entertained by this story - An intelligent, humorous movie which tries to raise above the mundance bollywood productions. Delightful performances by Saif Ali Khan, Priety Zinta, Arshad Warsi and ofcourse Javed Jaffery who steals the show everytime he's on screen, his dead-on fake Aussie-American-bihari accent had the audiences in splits. Good fun.
9) Parineeta - Why? cos of the same reason black is in the list. It's a beautifully crafted movie, a period piece replete with music, and production values richly describing Calcutta in the 60's. It has a pretty decent storyline and Saif Ali Khan once again impresses with a moderated performance. Debuntant Vidya Balan looked assured and looked the part and it's a walk in the park for Sanjay Dutt.
10) Maine Gandhi ko Nahin Mara - To be completely honest I was disappointed with this movie. Why? Cos I guess I had high expectations. I expected a compelling, captivating drama. But that being said I cannot take anything away from the movie. It sticks to it's fairly unique story and Anupam Kher and Urmila Matondkar get into the skin of their characters and dish out fantastic performances. Expect awards for this one. A pat in the back for the director..a fine effort showing bollywood the way.
Also supposedly good movies are : - Hazaron khawhish aisin, Iqbal, Antarmahal.
Disappointments of 2005 - Sarkar, The Rising-Mangal Pandey, Virrudh, Paheli.
-Nav
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