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**ViktorialHDY** · 10-12-2011, 06:28 AM

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.Star Cast:	Ranbir Kapoor, Nargis Fakhiri, Shammi Kapoor, Kumud Mishra, Piyush Mishra and Shernaz Patel.Director:	Imtiaz AliProducer:	Dhillin MehtaMusic Directer:	A R RahmanGenre:	Drama / Romance.

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Rockstar traces the journey of Jordan (Ranbir Kapoor) which is full of ups and downs. In order to fulfill his dreams of becoming a rockstar, he realizes the fact that successful musicians follow the mantra of no pain no gain. So, he forces himself to fall in love with Heer Kaul (Nargis Fakhiri) and eventually heart-broken so that he churns out good music. However, destiny has something else in store for him. While Heer gets married and settles in a foreign city, on the other hand Jordan realizes his true love for her thus, torn between love and career. But, again, as he decides to leave his career for his love, she leaves him alone forever.

Story Treatment: With flawless first half courtesy engaging narration which strikes a good balance between flashback and present moments, Rockstar starts on a very good note. From Delhi college culture to scenic beauty of Kashmir with some extremely fun-filled dialogues, Rockstar surely rocks in first half but falls on the face as second half begins. Transitions and inter-cuts lasting for almost 25 minutes make it a boring affair as the filmmaker seems to be beating around the bush with a strange stagnation in terms of storyline.

Star Cast: Ranbir Kapoor proves himself to be the apt choice for the role. He carries the entire film on his shoulders. He induces life in his character and matures from an idiot college boy to hard-hitting rockstar. Nargis Fakhiri shows spark in her performance although there is scope for improvement. Shammi Kapoor leaves an indelible mark in his small but pivotal role. Kumud Mishra as Jordan’s well-wisher and PR plays his part well. Piyush Mishra is hilarious as usual. Shernaz Patel as Heer’s mother looks convincing.

Direction: Imtiaz Ali begins Rockstar with a plot which looks like a replica of ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’ where Katrina who realizes love for Imran few moments before she is about to marry; likewise, Nargis too goes through the same feeling for Ranbir. But, the director here switches gears and brings the movie on another track with Jordan (Ranbir) scaling new heights in his career which is indeed interesting. But, again, with so many loopholes in terms of doctor not able to justify Heer’s (Nargis) death and no logic in police chasing Jordan in a foreign country where he has committed no crime where the audience will be left assuming and presuming things, Imtiaz Ali disappoints.

Music/ Cinematography/ Dialogues/Editing: Music already creating waves totally syncs with the flow of the story and is soothing. Cinematography and dialogues are the high points of the film. The camera captures the beautiful Kashmir valley very well and above all, the intense expressions of the characters which again are indisputably the lifelines of the film. Dialogues as mentioned earlier are funny and catchy worth claps during the watch. Editing could have more crisp in second half.

3 Ups and 3 Downs: Power-packed performances especially Ranbir Kapoor for whom this movie will surely prove to be milestone, hilarious and some intense dialogues, cinematography and music are the strengths. Totally clattered post interval sequences, non-crisp editing and screenplay are the drawbacks.

Overall, Rockstar is a one-time watch and worth a treat for both fans and non-fans of Ranbir Kapoor who does justice to his character at every moment in the film.

10-12-2011, 06:28 AM	#1
ViktorialHDY Join Date Nov 2005 Posts 393 Senior Member	Movie Review: Rockstar Code: Code .Star Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Nargis Fakhiri, Shammi Kapoor, Kumud Mishra, Piyush Mishra and Shernaz Patel.Director: Imtiaz AliProducer: Dhillin MehtaMusic Directer: A R RahmanGenre: Drama / Romance. Story: Rockstar traces the journey of Jordan (Ranbir Kapoor) which is full of ups and downs. In order to fulfill his dreams of becoming a rockstar, he realizes the fact that successful musicians follow the mantra of no pain no gain. So, he forces himself to fall in love with Heer Kaul (Nargis Fakhiri) and eventually heart-broken so that he churns out good music. However, destiny has something else in store for him. While Heer gets married and settles in a foreign city, on the other hand Jordan realizes his true love for her thus, torn between love and career. But, again, as he decides to leave his career for his love, she leaves him alone forever. Story Treatment: With flawless first half courtesy engaging narration which strikes a good balance between flashback and present moments, Rockstar starts on a very good note. From Delhi college culture to scenic beauty of Kashmir with some extremely fun-filled dialogues, Rockstar surely rocks in first half but falls on the face as second half begins. Transitions and inter-cuts lasting for almost 25 minutes make it a boring affair as the filmmaker seems to be beating around the bush with a strange stagnation in terms of storyline. Star Cast: Ranbir Kapoor proves himself to be the apt choice for the role. He carries the entire film on his shoulders. He induces life in his character and matures from an idiot college boy to hard-hitting rockstar. Nargis Fakhiri shows spark in her performance although there is scope for improvement. Shammi Kapoor leaves an indelible mark in his small but pivotal role. Kumud Mishra as Jordan’s well-wisher and PR plays his part well. Piyush Mishra is hilarious as usual. Shernaz Patel as Heer’s mother looks convincing. Direction: Imtiaz Ali begins Rockstar with a plot which looks like a replica of ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’ where Katrina who realizes love for Imran few moments before she is about to marry; likewise, Nargis too goes through the same feeling for Ranbir. But, the director here switches gears and brings the movie on another track with Jordan (Ranbir) scaling new heights in his career which is indeed interesting. But, again, with so many loopholes in terms of doctor not able to justify Heer’s (Nargis) death and no logic in police chasing Jordan in a foreign country where he has committed no crime where the audience will be left assuming and presuming things, Imtiaz Ali disappoints. Music/ Cinematography/ Dialogues/Editing: Music already creating waves totally syncs with the flow of the story and is soothing. Cinematography and dialogues are the high points of the film. The camera captures the beautiful Kashmir valley very well and above all, the intense expressions of the characters which again are indisputably the lifelines of the film. Dialogues as mentioned earlier are funny and catchy worth claps during the watch. Editing could have more crisp in second half. 3 Ups and 3 Downs: Power-packed performances especially Ranbir Kapoor for whom this movie will surely prove to be milestone, hilarious and some intense dialogues, cinematography and music are the strengths. Totally clattered post interval sequences, non-crisp editing and screenplay are the drawbacks. Overall, Rockstar is a one-time watch and worth a treat for both fans and non-fans of Ranbir Kapoor who does justice to his character at every moment in the film.
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