Had a wonderful evening at the movies with loved ones. We went to see Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s new film ‘Guzaarish’ and I must say it lived up to the expectations I had created in my mind in the run up to its release. The past has seen me enjoy Dhoom 2 and Jodha Akbar both Hrithik-Aishwarya starrers and so I was quite excited about seeing them pair up once again to set the screen on fire in the energy I believe they generate together.
Guzaarish has been made with a lot of heart and passion and you can see the sensitivity portrayed beautifully and eloquently by Hrithik who carries out the role of a paraplegic so wonderfully in the movie. I was in absolute awe of Hrithik and his acting and realized how crucial it is to find that perfect match of a great Director who knows how to nurture and accentuate the potential of his actor so beautifully shown in this film. Hrithik, you have really come a long way and thank you for such a wonderful acting performance that had me believe what you wanted to convey. The dance with the ball was something only you could have done with the grace and elegance that had me applaud the way you carry yourself on screen.
What was wonderful about the film was that though the film touched upon the life of a paraplegic and the very sensitive issue of Euthanasia, it doesn't take any stand which is something you would expect of the cinema one is used to. Instead, it is about ‘Ethan’ and his life and about the strength of a paraplegic, who lived a full life for 14 years without being depressed. The film moves you and does have you reflect on your approach to the way you look at life and our everyday experiences. There is a sense of gratitude you walk away with and as you watch moments in the film when you see Hrithik pine to do some of the simplest things he can’t anymore, you learn to cherish what you have.
Hrithik for me really encapsulated perfection in this film and I do not believe there is anyone in Bollywood who could have done this role better. Aishwarya was beauty personified in the wonderful way she carried herself and Sabyasachi who has designed her clothes for this film made her look the gorgeous woman she is.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali, you for me were the magician in this film. Every shot of your film, every angle, the lighting you chose, the composition, the back-drop…all so beautifully thought out and executed.
Well done Sir, thank you for taking me on a wonderful visual journey and re-affirming that there is beauty in Indian cinema and magicians like you…still exist.
