ABCD - Any Body Can Dance

PLOT:

It was almost two decades ago,we saw Prabhudeva dancing on the tunes of Muqabla.He's back again to act in a hindi film...err actually dance.And you can say he's back with a bang. Mild Bang to be precise. ABCD is meant to be an inspiring story of how a choreographer, heartbroken at a point goes on to teach some slum dancers and sees a dream of starting an ultimate dance academy. Works out well, and dance lovers, especially youtube dance video lovers,you are all for a treat here.Watch out for some ups and downs in this dance oriented film.

TEAM AND PERFORMANCE:

Remo D'Souza gave us the a big sleeper hit in F.A.L.T.U(2011).The plot being typical dance show has nothing new than what you might see on TV plus some ups and downs as mentioned,so the actors(dancers) are what you all saw in the reality shows.But they have all taken the trouble to show a great performance here.Remo's rapport with them is seen evidently in  the movie.What more is needed by a director to take the best out of his actors.Prabhudeva has done well,Truly the MJ of India.

MUSIC AND PROMOTIONS:

The first 3-D dance film....this was what was shown everywhere.It has worked wonders as far as collections are concerned which are discussed in detail below. Music hasn't given any chartbuster but yes, muqabla song did create some sort of rave. Music plays half the promotions for a film, and here they get 4/5 for it

COLLECTIONS:

The film has got 60% occupancy on an average on the opening day across the nation.Its far better than what Special 26 got(30%). The fan following of all the stars including the ones behind the scenes have shown immense faith by watching the film in theatres.Surprise awaits if it turns out to be a hit at the box office.

USP:

Movies always teach you if you are willing to learn something.Learn some dance now.Prabhudeva and all the dancers are truly the USP of the film along with Ganesh Acharya and Remo D'Souza.

FLAWS:

Why is a 3D film.Even 2D version is almost the same.Bollywood hasne used the 3D format well anytime,the exception being Vikram Bhatt.Also ABCD has a youth appeal,not for all the masses to enjoy.

FINAL VERDICT:

One time watch or wait for the DVD if you are so patient.

RATINGS:

3/5

PREMACHI GOSHTA

PLOT:

Ever imagined meeting a stranger and sharing your life with him/her? Ever imagined coming closer to such strangers? Ever thought of love beyond a relationship and a relationship beyond love? Well, whatever is your answer, this movie will surely define it. We all might have experienced or read stories of lost love like for example THE NIGHT TRAIN AT DEOLI, but what if the stranger reciprocates your feelings and you get a chance(for love of course).This movie simplies love and relationship. A refreshing romantic movie to watch for all Marathi fans and Satish Rajwade die-hard fans.

TEAM AND PERFORMANCE:

Vintage is the only word that can express my feelings.With Atul Kulkarni,Sagarika Ghatage,Sulekha Talwalkar etc. the casting should get 5/5 here. Satish Rajwade needs no mention. You might have heard of directors getting the best out of actors, but Satish sir makes them the best. Right from Sachin Khedekar from Mrugajal, Neelam Shirke from Asambhav, Sandeep Kulkarni and Amruta Khanvilkar from Gaiir, Swapnil Joshi from Mumbai Pune Mumbai, amongst others,To add to this,even Satish Rajwade has an altogether different fan following for his acting.Satish Rajwade gives us one more stellar performer in Atul Kulkarni here.Yes.this is definitely the time for Bollywood people to think of casting Atul Kulkarni in a romantic role now.Rohini Hatatngadi leaves an impression.Sagarika Ghatage and Sulekha Talwalkar have proved it already and this movie adds to their career graph well,especially for Sagarika, whose last outing in hindi was a dud.

MUSIC AND PROMOTIONS:

Surely something you might not have missed. All the team has a connection with people big and small.Coupled with the must listen music, the promotions have fared the best.

COLLECTIONS:

Though no official reports are out yet, this movie may stay as we have heard positive mouth publicity and keeping in mind the cast.

USP:

Satish Rajwade,the plot, the title (reminds us about Eka lagnachi....),songs,actors......the list goes on.....

FLAWS:

Why not hindi....people should see Atul Kulkarni and Sagarika at their best now...Satish Rajwade has it to make a name there. Otherwise no flaws in the movie.Perfect piece from the king of suspense and thriller.

FINAL VERDICT:

Need I say anything, Go on.....classic one.

RATING:

5/5

PREMACHI GOSHTA - MUSIC REVIEW

ABOUT THE ALBUM:

For all the non-Marathi speaking readers,this is a Marathi album.The officially released album contains 4 songs:2 duets,1 solo and an instrumental piece.The music is composed by the rising stars of the Marathi film world, Avinash - Vishwajeet. This duo has given some great songs that will be a part of your collection,undoubtedly. To add to this, certainly this album is worth listening.The setting of the songs will be thoroughly covered in my movie review.I wont be providing any links here and would request you to support our industry by buying this album.

SONGS:

1) OLYA SANJVELI(DUET):

You got to listen to this song. Truly mesmerising.The catchy lyrics will catch you the moment you hear it.Keeping is mind people's taste for romance,yes this will stay with more to come. Swapnil Bandodlar creates a classic here after Ka Kalena,the last song he sung for the duo for a Satish Rajwade film.Bela Shende is a gem to our industry,and her voice here will soothe your mind for sure.

2) OLYA SANJVELI(UNPLUGGED):

Thumbs up for recreating the duet to a solo.This time its even better with the score changing a little bit.This song increases the graph of the composers,they are to stay here.Pretty much the same as the duet but still different. 5/5 for the lyrics and for keeping its essence in the song.

3) HARAVTO SUKHACHA:

Just one word for it: WOW. For all those who love someone, thinking beyond a relationship, a bit of lost love,blah blah blah you will feel the lyrics. Kailash Kher gives an impact here what he did for CHAND SIFARISH in FANAA. He had only a bit in the song,but created a maserpiece then. SAME HERE. This song is truly a masterpiece with Hrishikesh Ranade and Bela Shende and an ably supportive Kailash Kher. Will surely give you a nostalgic feeling when you'll listen to this song after some years.

4) CLUB MIX THEME:

Hollywood is here. Bollywood might have copied west before, but no one created a blend of west and east. This piece surely does so. After the theme song in Mumbai Pune Mmbai, The duo live up to the expectations.Even better than the former.

VERDICT:

Why talk bad just to show some flaws,lets accept the fact that we crave for variety. Take a bow Avinash-Vishwajeet. Overall a must hear album for one and all. Especially English songs loving community, who neglect indian music, other music might be great, but a song is only remembered if you feel the lyrics it and not just listen to it.

RATING:

4.5/5