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Posted: 11 years ago

#161

I want this movie to do really well😳
I like both Pari and Sushant<3

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Posted: 11 years ago

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Lady K @karishmau

"A good film is like a tequila shot... I get giddy on it," - @anupamachopra talking about Shuddh Desi Romance. I couldn't agree more.

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Posted: 11 years ago

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Sneha Mahale @randomcards

The beauty is in the plot, the characters and the dialogues. New-age romance is finally here. Take a bow, Shuddh Desi Romance.

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Haeyeol

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Posted: 11 years ago

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Shuddh Desi Romance review: A film that redefines the Bollywood love triangle Sep 6, 2013 #Maneesh Sharma #MovieReview #Parineeti Chopra #Rishi Kapoor #Shuddh Desi Romance #Sushant Singh Rajput #Vaani Kapoor 400 13 CommentsEmailPrint Ladies and gentlemen, the love triangle and rom-com a la Bollywood has been redefined: Shuddh Desi Romance is a classic and one of the best dissections of a relationship that has ever come out of the Hindi film industry. Audiences failed writer Jaideep Sahni in 2009 when they didn't flock to theatres to watch his utterly brilliant Rocket Singh, but he's brushed away that film's failure and come back even stronger. Shuddh Desi Romance appeals not only to college kids or married couples or the arty' crowd, but to anyone and everyone. It's competent, challenging, bright, delectably-relatable and heartfelt and hopefully, it signals the beginning of a major shift in the industry and the audiences' taste in mainstream feel-good Hindi cinema. Courtesy: Facebook Director Maneesh Sharma and writer Sahni have crafted an entertainer that defies every beat of a traditional desi rom-com, and they've done it with such expertise and sincerity. By ignoring the Bollywood rulebook and not bothering about any particular audience demographic, the duo have created a light-footed and sassy film that remains true to its characters. And what sharply drawn characters these are - he's indecisive, she's needy, then he becomes needy, she becomes indecisive; they hurt each other, but they love each other, yet they gradually get on each other's nerves. And as they go through all this, we get to watch. This is a delight. We have all been in this sort of a relationship, and that makes the protagonists as recognisable and weirdly warped as a look in the mirror every morning. Sharma and Sahni's sophisticated and incisive style of storytelling establishes the conflict between the three characters by not relying on dramatic screaming matches, but on stinging black comedy. This is not an easy feat to pull off in the deranged circus that is Bollywood. Sushant Singh Rajput, Parineeti Chopra and newcomer Vaani Kapoor understand this and are absolutely terrific in their complicated roles. Their awesome chemistry is complimented by the way they completely swallow the oblique dynamics between their characters. It's gratifying to see new Bollywood actors and actresses take on an edgy, bold story with panache and deliver a new age edgy-relations comedy drama usually associated with filmmakers like Jonathan Levine, Lynn Shelton and Marc Webb. Rajput may be the most likable shuddh desi newcomer since Siddharth. He's got depth beyond goofy for sure, and his portrayal of Raghu in Shuddh Desi Romanceis so natural without it seeming like a forced departure from his role in Kai Po Che. The lovely Chopra's eyes can effortlessly seduce you with their ability to show conflicting emotions. It's great to see that she isn't just a one trick pony, stuck in the cheerful feisty Punjabi kudi mould. She has genuine depth and nuance to boot. Kapoor is quite the surprise package and the fact that she can hold her own in the company of the other two is a testament to her screen presence. Aside from the main three, there's Rishi Kapoor in the most charming role of his career as a wedding planner worried about youngsters not respecting the sanctity of marriage and the impact of this attitude on his business in the future. Sahni's meticulous research is on full display here. This is not Jaipur exotica and the amount of detailing is just extraordinary, from the costumes to the sounds to the lights to the smells - everything feels so real and living and breathing. Even the songs are perfectly placed, and I doubt that you'll find a more beautifully shot desi film this year. The most enjoyable thing about Shuddh Desi Romance is that Sharma and Sahni happily resist the temptation to drift into the conventional problems of shuddh desi cultural traditions. Sloganeering and sermonising about the new age youth' is often heavy handed, but this film has enough well-placed laughs to bridge the cultural and generation gaps without alienating either. There is a scene late in the film where the two girls have a confrontation, and to say it annihilates formula and brings the house down would be an understatement. Rather than beating you on the head with its message, the scene charms you into seeing the characters' point of view as your own. It becomes clear about halfway through the film which girl Sushant's character will wind up with, but Sahni constantly plays with the character by making him choose unwisely, much to our amusement. We have all been in his situation, newly out of adolescence, eager to be adults and utterly bungling when it comes to love and it's damn good to see ourselves portrayed so vividly on the big screen. Kudos, Messrs Sahni and Sharma. More please.

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ProudSushantian

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Posted: 11 years ago

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Haeyeol

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Posted: 11 years ago

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Here are the movie reviews for Shuddh Desi Romance:

Ratings:3.5/5 Review By: Taran Adarsh Site:Bollywood Hungama

However, all said and done, the commitment-phobic attitude of the new generation comes across very well in the narrative. On the whole, SHUDDH DESI ROMANCE caters to the youth and reflects the mindset of a chunk of the youth these days. The film, which speaks a different lingo, is a gutsy attempt that defies the stereotype. Told in an entertaining format, it is sure to strike a chord with not just the youngsters, but also with those who love shudh [unchartered, in this case] storylines. Refreshingly different, give this one a chance. Recommended!

Ratings:4/5 Review By: Anupama Chopra Site:The Front Row (Hindustan Times)

Maneesh and Jaideep capture a slice of urban India that is stuck somewhere between modernity and tradition but the film works because it has a lightness of being. There is no sermonizing here, just confusion, heart-ache and the inherent comedy of a society caught between labels, between love, lust, marriage, relationships. Shuddh Desi Romance loses steam in the second half and I'm old school so the ending left me dissatisfied. But these are minor quibbles. This film is a shot of adrenalin. I'm going with four stars.

Ratings:3/5 Review By: Mahureeta Mukherjee Site:Times Of India (TOI)

Maneesh Sharma's 'SDR' has a 'Band Bajaa Baraat' blend, but the essence lies in the conversational chemistry between the characters, some beautifully captured moments and slice-of-life scenes. He doesn't play safe, which is good, but the second half seems repetitive. The concept is engaging, but the plot is little shudd, little desi and quite confused.

Ratings:3/5 Review By: Karan Anshuman Site:Mumbai Mirror

The film builds from there and reaches an exciting point at the cusp of the climax. Impossible choices must be made and we wait with bated breath. Alas, the screenplay gives into convenience and shields the hero from making a call that would lessen his stock with the audience. We'd probably feel cheated in either case. But here is where it slips before ambling on to an appropriate end. Should you watch Shuddh Desi Romance? Yes. It's light, it's unconventional, it's still Bollywood, and it breaks the fourth wall in more ways than one. Ignore the hiccups, and there's no reason you won't enjoy it.

Ratings:--Review By: Komal Nahata Site:Zee ETC Bollywood Business

On the whole, Shuddh Desi Romance will meet with a mixed response. While the youth and the city audience will enjoy the unusual drama, the more orthodox and small-town audience will find it too different and bold for their liking. In commercial terms, the moderately-priced film will prove to be a comfortable earner on the strength of the youth patronage and business in the cities and multiplexes.

Ratings:3.5/5 Review By: Sukanya Verma Site:Rediff

Are romantic sensibilities so dispensable? Are live-in relationships really that simplistic? Shuddh Desi Romance doesn't probe and goes a tad overboard with the mockery towards the end. But it sure points out at the pink elephant in our society. At its 141 minutes running time (editing by Namrata Rao), there's never a dull moment in Sahni's penetrating jibes and whimsical trifling, which strives to convey a simple but underrated philosophy in the most fun way possible -- marry because you want to, not because you must.

Ratings:3.5/5 Review By: Mohar Basu Site:Koimoi

ShuddhDesiRomance is an interesting watch, challenges many set rules that we think is imperative for us to follow. Since the premise is a little complex, the final take is not as sure footed. I guess it should be an interesting take on modern relationships . Love stories are so warm and fuzzy in the beginning, willing to overlook every little crease. ShuddhDesiRomance Interval is called a Bathroom Break, watch the film to find out why.The past catches up with us just when we think we have managed to put it all behind. Getting back at someone who dumped you is such sweet revenge, especially when you are doing it and they have no clue

Ratings:2.5/5 Review By: Resham Sengar Site:Zee News

Maneesh Sharma's film flirts with the theme of marriages as well as the mindset of today's youth. But a tacky climax and a complex web of confused emotions woven around Raghu and Gayatri's love' (or lack thereof) makes the audience lose sync with the story in the second half. It is difficult to understand after a point of time why Raghu is so hell confused between the two leading ladies of the film and it gets unnerving Gayatri and Raghu's unexplained, non-committal attitude towards each other.Although not as good as Band Baaja Baarat' and Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl', Maneesh Sharma's third directorial venture is jhataak, peppy and colourful but still turns out only to be a onetime watch!

Ratings:3/5 Review By: Mayank Shekhar Site:Dainik Bhaskar

The tail of this romance is much longer than its main body. As it had to be, because you're being spared the long, tiring courtship, confusion and chase that usually becomes the basis of most romantic flicks. This is post-romantic in that sense. Both represent the fresh set of Bollywood lead actors who fully embrace the star system but wish to be known for their performances and characters as well. Parineeti's act in the film's first half is nothing short of National Award winning material.

Ratings:2.5/5 Review By: Shubhra Gupta Site:Indian Express

Post-interval, there's a discernible dip in energy, and the film gets stretched and contrived. Even the best lines get tired with repetitions, and I caught myself stirring impatiently for the characters to hurry up and get where they are going. Which, when they do, rescues things somewhat: that is a good place, still fairly radical for Bollywood mainstream. It feels right, for this film which stretches the idea of "romaans" in Bollywood, and which comes with one of the loveliest songs I've heard in a while.

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Piu Chatterjee

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+ 5

Posted: 11 years ago

#167

A hilarious take on a very sensitive topic.There is neither glorification of escapism nor there is preachiness about the insitution of marriage..Enjoyed it thoroughly.Though the last half hour could have been better edited but in totality Sushant is AWESOME!The movie has some excellent cinematography with the Shyam Gulabi song ..The colours of Jaipur are so beautifully painted ..I loved the movie Worth one time watch!!

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mumu

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+ 3

Posted: 11 years ago

#168

Originally posted by: eeyoretel

Reading critic reviews & tweet reviews, I predict *spoiler begins* Raghu is going to continue the live-in relationship with Gayatri... leaving a hint that someday they may marry each other. *spoiler ends* I know you didn't ask for a prediction, but I was feeling the itch... 😆

Oww 😔 after reading all d reviews,dont know why i like 'Taraa' more...SDR is half dead 4 me now 😆

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MR.KooL

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Achiever

+ 3

Posted: 11 years ago

#169

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Shuddh Desi Romance - Top Critic RATINGS

AGGREGATE - 3.25

1.Taran - 3.5
2.Koimoi - 3.5
3.Rediff - 3.5
4.Bollywoodlife - 3.5
5.Indiatoday - 3.5
6.Boxofficecapsule - 3.5
7.Bibo* - 3.5
8.Mid-day - 3.5
9.TOI - 3
10.Dainik Bhaskar - 3
11.Mumbai Mirror - 3
12.Yahoo - 3
13.Filmfare - 3
14.DNA - 3
15.Deccan Chronicle - 3

Critics Verdict :- Good.