Bhoothnath directed by Vivek Sharma stars Amitabh Bachchan, Aman Siddiqui, Juhi Chawla, Rajpal Yadav, Satish Shah, Priyanshu Chatterjee and Shahrukh Khan. Some good news for Shahrukh Khan fans. SRK has a good 30 mins long role in Bhoothnath! The movie is targeted mainly at the kids, so how good is it? Is there something in it for the older generation as well? Or is it an out-an-out kiddo movie?
Bhoothnath revolves around 2 characters, Banku (Aman Sidiqui) and Kailash Nath a.k.a Bhootnath (Amitabh Bachchan). Banku and family (Shahrukh Khan and Juhi Chawla) move into a mansion Nath-villa in Goa, which is haunted after the death of Kailash Nath. The bhoot tries every trick in its book to try and scare Banku away, but fails as he stays unaffected. Slowly but steadily a bond develops between the Bhoot and Banku, the bhoot gets a new name – Bhootnath! There is a twist in the movie when Bhootnath’s son returns from US and decides to sell the mansion away.. Catch the movie to find out what happens next as the movie definitely is worth a watch in your nearest movie-plex.
Bhootnath Review
First time director Vivek Sharma, has managed to extract an award-worthy performance from child artist Aman Siddiqui and good performances from the rest of the cast too. The first half is all fun and is targeted mainly at the kids between the age group of 4 – 12. They are gonna enjoy the first half immensely. The second is more of a emotional tale with something in it for everyone, the kids will enjoy it and so will their parents / family.
Vivek Sharma proves to be a excellent story-teller and a director to watch out for in the future. He truly believes in the fact that content is king and it shows on screen. The scenes between Banku and Bhootnath is scripted, performed and directed brilliantly. The special effects is another plus point of Bhootnath. Technically the movie is top-notch. Cinematography (Vishnu Rao) is good. The music is average at best. The only track that stands out is Mere Buddy. Also a few songs in the movie can be removed to enhance the pace of the movie, especially in the second half.
Performances are top notch. The legendary Amitabh Bachchan is brilliant. Watch him in the scenes involving Aman Siddiqui and you will realise, just why, he is in a different league altogether. His expressions alone are award-worthy. Hats off to the one and only Big B. Aman Siddiqui too is outstanding. His cute smile, laugh, expressions, dialogue delivery are brilliant. If Darsheel bagged all Best Child Actor awards and even managed a nomination for Filmfare Best Actor, Aman could probably achieve the same i.e if the movie succeeds at the box-office.
Juhi Chawla as Banku’s mother is great. Shahrukh Khan does well. Satish Shah is excellent in a comic role. Priyanshu Chatterjee deserves better roles. Rajpal Yadav surprisingly has a limited role.
Overall, Bhootnath has comedy, drama, emotions and the performances are brilliant. It has something in it for every generation. Do catch it this weekend. At the box-office, at lot depends on word-of-mouth. Should do well!
Rating: 
4 on 5
May 9th, 2008 at 3:12 pm
Thanks for the Bhootnath Review..
Here is my review of the movie.. Its a excellent movie and i loved Amitabh Bachchan and that kid.
Rating is 4.5
May 9th, 2008 at 3:12 pm
Great Review. So happy for Big B.. I will watch it tomorrow
May 9th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
My Bhoothnath Review
I did not like the message the movie gives. The second half could have been a lot better.. 2.5 stars
May 9th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
nice review..as always! :)
May 9th, 2008 at 10:15 pm
Thx a Lot 4 the wonderful Review as always.I always decide 2 watch a movie after ur review,u r always rite.I just wish ppl also feel the same way & the movie does well at box office,but no wonder the movie has an excellent opening(definitely bcoz of the star cast,also i didn’t get tickets :( so probably i won’t b able 2 watch the movie this weekend)
May 10th, 2008 at 11:27 am
This is the first real positive review of Bhootnath that I have read. watched it yesterday and honestly did not much like it. I think time for AB to retire.
Harsh
May 10th, 2008 at 11:59 am
Harsh most of the reviews from the big websites like Indiafm, Indiaglit has been very positive. I really liked the movie.
Watched it after reading the review. Thanks
May 10th, 2008 at 1:30 pm
my bhoothnath review
character jagan actor atul did very good performence. and ilike the film .
May 10th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Excellent reviews, Movie Bhootnath is wonderful, it has everything for all age group, ,a good famaily Movie, where a child can go with grandparents and with parents and friends, every one will like it. It rightly deserves 4 star.-a must watch movie
May 11th, 2008 at 12:43 am
Watched it finally,a wonderful movie.Its a must watch.I can’t believe a new director can create such magic.
As rightly said in the above review its just the very much perfect movie.
So,why are u guys still here,hurry book ur tickets.
And thx 4 the review
May 11th, 2008 at 2:05 am
A good reviewand a nice movie to watch. after reading this review we can say definitly say that the rewiwer knows about good movies and good acting. nothing is perfect and there are some weak points in all the movies. its a good movie and a good acting by Big B.
May 11th, 2008 at 2:36 am
i think a very average and loosely knit movie where the director is trying to say too many things in a given time. the music sucks. the only good sequence and a song is while the moksh of bhoot scene. i wish the director had worked and chipped and sculpted the story a little more.
May 11th, 2008 at 2:37 am
sure shot flop as the story and direction is very average and predictable.
May 11th, 2008 at 2:39 am
bilkul bakwass. thoda aur dekh leti to sar ghoom jata
May 11th, 2008 at 2:53 am
arrey bhai i agree with all you guys its totaly a waste of time to go and see a pathetic film
May 11th, 2008 at 2:55 am
mujhe lagta hai upar ke saare reviews khud director ne likhen hai
guys pls listen dont go or you will regret
May 12th, 2008 at 1:00 am
if you expect a GHOST movie to be scientfic and logical and practical and real life and blah blah blah, don’t see the film(go see a psychlogist instead…)
if you don’t and if you really want to WATCH a movie and not just find FAULTS with it, go and see this one… a lovely movie, specially the first half… brillian performances… AB is… well, actually I’m out of words! :) the kid did a beautiful job, and Juhi Chawla’s performance too, is really worth mentioning…
And even ShahRukh was bearable!! :D thanks to the director for keeping his role limited…
Great movie, one that had awakened a lot of expectation and actually did total justice to him…
P.S. – If you have any kids who’r close to you, try to take them along… at least don’t forget to INSIST their parents to do so… I would be taking my cousin bro with me when I go to watch this for the second time…
REALLY a NICE movie…
Happy watching…
May 12th, 2008 at 3:01 am
i agree the first half is interesting and well done mithun but i though the director lost it in the second half too many things.
it made me feel as if the story was altered and rethought again and again
too many cooks or overcooked dish is what i felt towards the movie
but thats personal
i will insist people to avoid if they can till the dvd comes out
May 12th, 2008 at 3:05 am
not a good movie
May 12th, 2008 at 3:33 am
posters of movie are better than the movie
i really like the way the casting is treated as well and special effects too
but weak story as everyone is saying for which the reason is unknown
May 12th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
fell in love with this great movie! amitabh as usual at his best!
May 13th, 2008 at 4:38 pm
bhootnath is a good movie. big b has come back with a bang
May 13th, 2008 at 4:39 pm
bhootnath is an excellent movie and great acting by big b and banku. it also has its great opening.
May 13th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
amitabh proves his versatality.
May 13th, 2008 at 11:47 pm
bhootnath is a good movie…..different from normal love stores……watch and enjoy
May 14th, 2008 at 2:50 am
A very good movie, finally after the yucky tashan, i was pleased with this delightful story! amitabh was as usual superb! my entire family was entertained!
May 14th, 2008 at 2:54 am
Fun-filled ride!amitabh just warms your heart with his tender performance!
May 14th, 2008 at 9:32 am
another flop of Big B after RGV ki aag…. It’s a pathetic film
May 14th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
IT TRULY IS WONDERFUL….PERFORMANCES BY AMAN AND AMITABH MESMERIZE THE AUDIENCE….COOL ENOUGH TO HAVE BIG B AND THE UPRISING- AMAN
May 15th, 2008 at 1:07 pm
good movie
May 15th, 2008 at 1:09 pm
watch and enjoy
bhootnath is a good movie
May 18th, 2008 at 6:34 pm
BHOOTHNATH IS THE BEST MOVIE I EVER SEEN GOOD JOD
May 19th, 2008 at 2:55 am
I watched it on the 1st day of the release in our country Bahrain. It’s nice for kids, they’ll love it, but when the time passed and in the last 30 minutes of the movie, I’ve changed my opinion as the movie turned to be “serious” and emotional. the last song in the movie and the last scenes made my cry from the bottom of my heart! It reminded me of AB’s (Baghban) and I think the movie was shot in the same house. The movie conveyed a strong message for sons and how they should treat their parents, how to respect and love them. So, the last 30 minutes made the movie a valueable one to watch.
May 22nd, 2008 at 9:16 pm
Bhootnath is an excellent film!!!!!!
May 22nd, 2008 at 10:39 pm
Its an excellent movie.mainly targeted for kids.my son loved it.Atlast neat & good film with no obsenes,whole family can watch it.as usual the legendary actor big B rocks.He is yet again proved he is a versatile actor.
May 23rd, 2008 at 8:06 pm
superhit movie, pls see atleast one time………………………….psl
May 27th, 2008 at 8:44 pm
i love the song and it wsas a great film
May 28th, 2008 at 1:01 pm
sir i am palvinder gill and i has watched boothnath movie and i got in this movie that might have increase the roll of rajpal yadav.
May 30th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
i m really excited 2 watch the movie today in london, it is gonna be great cos the review is great…. i m really looking forward to watch that.. it is gonna b ace and ofcourse mint,, wow!!!!!!
June 2nd, 2008 at 6:44 pm
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June 3rd, 2008 at 5:42 pm
i’m very happy to see this movie,and i can say that this is a going to rock .i’ll give 4 out of 5 star.those who is telling bakwas then i’m surely say that they don’t know anything about movie.
June 6th, 2008 at 12:23 pm
this movie was very boring i wasted my money and time this movie is not for childrens because it was a serious movie rating:** two stars
June 23rd, 2008 at 3:14 pm
i am very excited to watch this movie after reading the review of it
June 28th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
Bhotnath is an excellent movie for children. Everybody should watch it.
June 29th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
One of the few movies over the last 2 years that I actually liked.
Rented it on DVD expecting very little and what I got was a great film.
Had everything: drama, horror, comedy, melodrama
Great credit 2 Vivek Sharma and the Chopra’s great film
October 7th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
I love shahrukh khan and juhi chawla and i want them to do a romantic movie
I hate kajol and other actrsses
February 21st, 2009 at 12:01 am
Shahrukh Khan & Juhi Chawla are one of the best screen pairs of the hindi cinema and they should do more films together and directors must cast them often in substantial roles of course