Dil Chahta Hai (The heart is desiring) is a Bollywood movie from 2001 starring Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Akshaye Khanna and Pretty Zinta. Like 3 Idiots and Rang De Basanti it tells the story of 3 college friends and how their lives interact. In fact, having seen the 2 aforementioned films (and loving them both) I actually felt wary after the first few minutes of Dil Chahta Hai, thinking; Is the Aamir Khan role that of catalyst and leader of groups of 3 friends? Obviously with movies like Lagaan, Mangal Pandey and Ghajini the answer is no, nevertheless he has made 3 movies each about 3 friendships formed in college. Of the 3 Dil Chahta Hai is my least favorite. I liked the film but didn't love it and am curious how it received Filmfare Best Picture of the Year. I think the film failed to inspire me is that it really is just 3 romances told more or less in serial fashion. Rang De Basanti, on the other hand is a powerful movie, interweaving the themes of Indian Nationalism and Government corruption. 3 Idiots is a beautiful story about how one person, Rancho completely changed the destinies of his friends and also showed the soul crushing power of elite education institutions. Dil Chahta Hai on the other hand seems like an extended soap opera. Only Aamir Khan's presence and a lovely looking Preity Zinta kept me watching to the end. It was an ok way to spend a Saturday evening but not a movie I plan to watch again.
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This is my husband's favorite movie! BTW seems there are two Rochesterians in love with India! I am an American who studied and earned my master's degree in Chennai. I am quite active in some Indian circles here in Rochester, and to give Indian cooking classes this year! Good luck with your trip!! How exciting.
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ReplyDeletei love Dil chahta hai movie as shown life of three close friends.
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