Jodha Akbar Review

Review Jodha Akbar

It’s been a long wait for the epic drama and the wait has been worth it.

Brief story – Jodha Akbar is a journey of true love of Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar (Hrithik Roshan), the great Mughal emperor with Jodha Bai (Aishwarya Rai), a Rajput princess and daughter of the King Bharmal of Amer. Akbar’s biggest challenge isn’t only about winning battles but also winning the heart of Jodha.

Now the Review, let me start off with the helmsman – the man behind this magnificent drama. Director Ashutosh Gowariker’s direction is flawless, every single sequence has been executed brilliantly. The effort that has gone into the making of this epic love story is evident on the screen – etched on every frame of the movie. It’s simply incredible. The movie deserves nothing less than a ‘A++’ in every aspect.

  • The scene where Akbar tames an elephant, has been performed and executed to perfection.
  • The sword-fighting scene between Jodha and Akbar is a masterstroke by the director. It’s romance on screen at its ultimate best. The dialogues in the particular scene too are brilliant.
  • When Jodha and Akbar meet for the first time, their chemistry, Hrithik’s body language, the execution – Perfect!
  • Hrithik’s dance at the end of Khwaja Mere song as if he was immersed into the song, his expression and those eyes… I was awestruck
  • Akbar practicing sword fighting baring his torso as Jodha watches him hiding behind a wall… Hrithik’s physique is perfectly captured, an absolute treat for the female audience.
  • The romance between the couple is subtle and beautiful, something that is hard to find in modern day movies. The chemistry between Ash – Hrithik is sizzling.
  • Azeem-o-shan-shenshah – choreography, music, use of colors, execution out of the world. Never ever would you have witnessed something like this before!
  • The final fight – brilliantly done and Hrithik performs the action sequence with a lot of class.

Cinematography is of international standards. Kiran Deohan’s proficiency is evident from scene one. He just sweeps you off your feet by capturing the huge sena to the intimate romance with deftness. Music by A.R. Rehman is perfect classic material. Khwaja Mere Khwaja is divinely pure; Jashn-e-bahara is a beautiful romantic song. Every song is a classic, superbly choreographed and picturized. The editing for a couple of scenes could have been tighter but never mind, you don’t get bored for a single moment.

The movie belongs undoubtedly to Hrithik Roshan. He is Akbar, not for a moment do you feel its Hrithik Roshan the superstar on screen. His body language, expressions, action, dialogue delivery just about everything is perfect. Here is an young actor, who is light years ahead of the competition, with the right kind of roles Hrithik is gonna rule Bollywood in the future. Shenshah-e-Roshan, indeed!

Aishwarya Rai is great too; this is one of her finest performances. She looks every bit a beautiful Rajput princess. Sonu Sood and Ila Arun are good and so is the rest of the supporting cast.

So overall, Jodha Akbar is a classic masterpiece that shall be remembered for a long long time. Don’t worry about the length, you hardly feel its 3 hours 20 minutes long. Remember, you got to be a bit patient while watching Jodha Akbar, relax and enjoy as the epic drama unfolds with all its glory. Don’t miss it, worth the price of your ticket and more!

Rating: ★★★★½ 4 and a half stars.

 

Comments

Shirani:  (February 18, 2008 at 1:28 pm)

I havn’t watch this muvi.i am dying to watch it.me frm bangladesh

 
Subha:  (February 18, 2008 at 2:55 pm)

what a movie!!! great…great… simply great. hrithik is the ultimate perfectionist.

 
Alyssia:  (February 18, 2008 at 7:20 pm)

Hrithiks performance is unbelievable he’s just…just…PERFECT in every way – No other actor in Bollywood or Hollywoord compares to him – he is a complete artiste –(always ahs been since Kaho Na Pyar Hai).

Ash was annoying and artificial in Dhoom 2 but in Jodhaa Abar she looks fab and I think she looks better in traditional roles.

Well done to the Director Ashutosh – I did not even realise the film was over 3hours long and I’m the kind of person who doesn’t have the patience for even American movies (unless they’re exceptionally good of course)

More films like Jodha Akbar need to be made but with the same quality of production, acting, editing…only thing is I really really didn’t like the music- only Jash-E-Bahara is quite nice otherwise music is boring. Im definately buying this one on DVD…

 
Shirani:  (February 18, 2008 at 7:33 pm)

I haven’t watch the movie yet,is there any romantic/emotional scene which touch a person?

 
yesh:  (February 19, 2008 at 9:53 am)

superb..fantastic..fabulous…excellent..adorable..wat else..all praises go for jodha akbar…best movie made in bollywood till now..

 
Ria Gupta:  (February 19, 2008 at 10:19 am)

Mr Khalid mohammad…… How can you insult a movie that potrays indian history in such a magnificient way, that is so fulfilling and captivating and that is getting huge praises from masses all over india.

KM, you are one of those people who would give 5 stars to the movies such as “kis kis ki kismat” or “buddha mar gaya”
because you only like those movies which has double meanings and cheap comendy in every scene.
You do not have any appreciation for a great movie which potrays indian history so beautifully which u can watch with ur whole family.
Seriously…do you have anything personally against Ashutosh or hritik or Ash. Or you have been paid hefty money by directors of cheap comedies to white such ripping reviews.

HT , you better give it a thought to retire this reviewer of yours or he will throw you out of business.

 
Musicman USA:  (February 19, 2008 at 11:32 pm)

I normally don’t watch Hindi movies. I tried watching some but most of the time I get bored with the cheesiness, corniness and unprofessionalism and have to turn it off within 1/2 hour or so.

This movie though in my opinion is hands down the best Hindi film (or any film) I’ve ever watched. Wow! Certainly, Bollywood has come a long way. This movie without a doubt rivals any other films around the world; even the big budget ones. It’s a must watch for anyone. There wasn’t a single boring moment for me.

The realism, grandeur, and professionalism in every aspect are some of the things that mainly got me with this movie. I saw this movie with a group of American friends who were all speechless afterwards. The only negative comment I heard from one woman was that she “could not handle the war scenes too well”. Nonetheless, it wasn’t grotesquely violent which it could have been.

I hope everyone in the world sees this film and meditate on the value of tolerance and consideration toward one another it portrays and apply it to their own lives (as I’m going to try to do myself). That would certainly change the world we live in today with so much hatred.

 
Sameeha:  (February 20, 2008 at 1:31 am)

Jodha Akbar was a classic love story. One of the most beautifully made movie in the world of Cinema ( Bollywood/ Holly wood or any other wood included).
Hats off to the director and cinematographer. But personally I think Hrithik is just SUPERB.
I thought he was fantastic in Dhoom 2 but in this movie he proves EXCELLENCE has a new name- HRITHIK.
Aishwarya has always been my personal favourite. In this movie also she has acted wonderful, though I feel in some scenes mainly due to her lenses ( it looked like that, as her ever so green beautiful eyes just didnot look green) made her look a little pale. But for acting she definetly gets a A ++ .
A must see for everyone.

 
Cathy:  (February 20, 2008 at 10:31 am)

Lovely movie I am gonna watch itone more time. I was so engrossed in the movie that i didnot realise when the movie got over…mind blowing performance by Hritikh Roshans……
I would like to see Ashotosh Rakesh n Yash chopra to make a movie in collaboration with Hrtikh n asg in lead and a hollywood villian…wow that will rock the world…
Ashotosh u r th e best Director and I want u to make one more epic now with babar and Hritikh as lead hero and ash his little girl ….

wow is the world that goes for this movie……hurray maaja aaya

tpeople were against the name of the movie..Ashotosh u can rename the movie===JORDDAAAAR AKBAR…… i enjoyed the movie so much

 
preety:  (February 20, 2008 at 11:55 am)

i haven’t seen the movie but dying to see it after reading all these reviews

 
JODHA BHAI:  (February 20, 2008 at 2:48 pm)

This movie is perfect with a capital P. At first i was a bit sceptical about the whole mughal era and politics and not to mention all the negative vibes the movie received during its making but i was surprised and happy that the movie was lovely. Being a fan of HR, Ash, Ashu and Rehman, this movie was a dream come true. I think it is time for the people from the indian film fratenity to get on their senses and learn how to make and also accept movies like this.Way to go Jodha Akbar……………………..

 
rohit:  (February 21, 2008 at 12:24 am)

I think the movie was not more than average,Jodha-Akbar is good attempt but failed to highlight main job and work of Akbar under his leadership,it was the formation of religion din-eilahi by Akbar which was the perfect amalgamation of hindu and islam.Akbar was the great political thinker and warrior but in movie his emotional quotient is highlighted more than his political wisdom and courage.
But overall a good performance by Hrithik and yes elephant seen was simply mind blowing.
I think only next to amir khan’s Gulam seen.

 
JayK:  (February 21, 2008 at 4:39 am)

gr8 movie………..ash is as usual lovely……….and though I felt that the story was one-sided (plight of rajputs under akbar was not potrayed) but it delivered wat it promised. A nice love story.

 
mani:  (February 21, 2008 at 3:40 pm)

JODHA AKBAR ROCKS””””” it is a MUST WATCH MOVIE, GOD BLESS’

 
sandesh:  (February 21, 2008 at 4:34 pm)

awesome movie………………
one word for tejas – ur a LOSER …
JA was an awesum movie class performances by hrithik ….
u like srk hmm? bullshit go n c his asoka movie wat a crap movie……
JA is a masterstroke by ashu…
hats off

 
Raj:  (February 22, 2008 at 12:13 am)

I agree with most of you all. This movie has mastered it all. The subtle acting by both the male and female leading actors and the supporting cast is marvelous. I thought I was watching a Hollywood movie and not the usual Bollywood movie with over acting, dowdy colours and loud music. This movie is so real. Just forget the hindu-muslim-rajput disagreements, controversies, indian nationalism and what not for a while and just go and enjoy the movie for what it is. A splendid movie.
Raj,
Sweden

 
Bablu:  (February 22, 2008 at 1:19 am)

I think most of historical movie boring, not interesting n bakwas so i dont like any historical movie,,,,,,,,,,
i treat ‘JA’ also this type of movie,,,,,,,,,,,but! my thinking is changed ////I was wrong…. when I watched the movie……………it’s a nice historical movie. I want to give all the credit to ashu, hriti, ash n one voice that’s Mr. Big B………………………….

 
aadi:  (February 22, 2008 at 1:19 am)

jodha akbar is simply superb….hrithik has done fantastic job n truly deserves best actor award…ash n other actors hv also done a very good job…hats off 2 mr.govarikar ,nitin desai,a r rehman n javed akhtar..its awsum….

 
Abhineet:  (February 22, 2008 at 2:05 am)

to the reviewer…
DUDE DO YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT CINEMA?

 
raj:  (February 22, 2008 at 7:09 am)

it is a fantastic movie…… it worth 5 stars…..

hrithik is perfect in his role. Ash is as beutiful as ever…….

ashutosh gowarikar’s direction is superb…

overall, i like this movie very very much……

 
 

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