Swades (2004)
Daya Shankar Pandey, Gayatri Joshi, Kishori Balal, Lekh Tandon, Makrand Deshpande ... (see more) , Peter Rawley , Rahul Vohra , Raja Awasthi , Rajesh Balwani , Rajesh Vivek , Rich Petrelli , Shahrukh Khan
Mohan Bhargav is a NASA engineer working on a rainfall monitoring satellite known as the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM), which is lifted into an orbit aboard the Space Shuttle. Completely engrossed in his high-profile job, he has little time for himself. But, one day, he decides to give it a... (read more) Mohan Bhargav is a NASA engineer working on a rainfall monitoring satellite known as the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM), which is lifted into an orbit aboard the Space Shuttle. Completely engrossed in his high-profile job, he has little time for himself. But, one day, he decides to give it all a break and visits his homeland. Mohan left his country for a better life abroad, but now, he faces an emotional conflict -- whether to stay in his homeland or return to the United States. The movie is a modern tale dealing with the awakening of the human spirit.
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Unrated, 3 hrs.
Directed by:
Ashutosh Gowariker
Release Date: Dec 17, 2004
DVD Release Date: Mar 08, 2005
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By far one of the best movies made in India, not to be judged by its commercial success.
A Shah Rukh master piece. Super Acting. Super Story. Brilliant all the way.
After the oscar-nominated Lagaan, director Ashutosh Gowariker works his magic once again by bringing the epic to Indian Cinema. Shahrukh Khan gives probably his best performance in an unusual role which proves his talent as an actor. The film, to me,... (read more) After the oscar-nominated Lagaan, director Ashutosh Gowariker works his magic once again by bringing the epic to Indian Cinema. Shahrukh Khan gives probably his best performance in an unusual role which proves his talent as an actor. The film, to me, was about finding ones own identity and home as well as helping those who are suffering and in need in our modern world. Wherever you're from it's easy to understand and relate to. Very good.
Saw this on a cold delhi night. Interestingly told. Smells of a simpler time. Rehman's background score is briliant!
Another different movie from the director of "Lagaan". An indian-born engineer at Nasa tracks back to its roots in India and life in a small village. A simple story but very pleasant. 3hrs worth watching. p.s. not your typical Bollywood movie... ;-)
Ohh Yes, I consider this the best SRK movie ever. The script, the feel, the acting, the direction, the music, everything is just what makes a great movie. I think I've watched this 100 times (thrice in a theater in 1 week) at least. I wish, SRK did s... (read more) Ohh Yes, I consider this the best SRK movie ever. The script, the feel, the acting, the direction, the music, everything is just what makes a great movie. I think I've watched this 100 times (thrice in a theater in 1 week) at least. I wish, SRK did some more of 'swades-kinda' movies. Kudos to Ashutosh too and last but not the least, Gayatri is ravishing! *sigh*
If you are an Indian don't miss it. I love this movie sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much. AR Rahman's music makes your hair stand still. Shah Rukh Khan gives a... (read more) If you are an Indian don't miss it. I love this movie sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much. AR Rahman's music makes your hair stand still. Shah Rukh Khan gives a stellar performance.
Its really tough to give a 5 star rating to a bollywood movie and that too a SRK movie.
But I think this movie deserves that rating. I cast, story, drama everything is perfect. I like this movie much as love story, its the one of the best love story ... (read more) Its really tough to give a 5 star rating to a bollywood movie and that too a SRK movie.
But I think this movie deserves that rating. I cast, story, drama everything is perfect. I like this movie much as love story, its the one of the best love story ever made. ya ya ya, i know i sound stupid but i cant help it man. Thats what i like the most in the movie, n its an true opinion from my side
Its one of the best acted movie of SRK.
Its story of journey of MOHAN BHARGAVA, and watch it , you will not be dissppointed. Entertainment quotient is missing but Ashutosh gowarikar has done excellent job once again.
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