Movie: MY NAME IS KHAN
Review by Kevin Xalvis (xalviss)
Cast: Sharuk Khan, Kajol
Director: Karan Johar
Three of the biggest worldwide Hindi film successes in recent memory--1998's Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and 2001's Kabhi KUshi Kabhi gham, both of which he wrote and directed; and 2003's Kal ho Na ho…which he wrote and directed by Karan johar. Sharukh khan & johar chemistry in real life once again bring them in to success in this movie.
Shahrukh Khan. a young man suffering from autism, he fall in love despite that Rizwan is a Muslim and Mandira is a Hindu. Rizwan’s mother once told him that in life there are only good people who do good things and bad people who do bad things regardless of their religion. Rizwan and Mandira get married and move together into the suburbs and get along with one another until the events of 9/11 transpire thereby increasing the tensions between Hindus and Muslims. After a tragedy occurs, which won’t be spoiled here, Mandira kicks Rizwan out of the house and tells him not to come back until he has told the U.S. President face-to-face that he’s not a terrorist. He now goes on a desperate mission to fulfill his promise.
The entire burden rests on Shahrukh Khan to carry the film and, fortunately, he gives a very charismatic performance that covers a wide range of emotions very convincingly. Moreover, he’s delightfully amusing during the scenes of comic relief which help to lighten the plot’s heaviness. His journeys are not only physical ones but also very spiritual because his experiences help to learn the harsh realities of life and how to overcome them. Well-acted and heartfelt with inspirational, important messages about tolerance, compassion, endurance, hope, honesty and, above all, the power of love.
The entire burden rests on Shahrukh Khan to carry the film and, fortunately, he gives a very charismatic performance that covers a wide range of emotions very convincingly. Moreover, he’s delightfully amusing during the scenes of comic relief which help to lighten the plot’s heaviness. His journeys are not only physical ones but also very spiritual because his experiences help to learn the harsh realities of life and how to overcome them. Well-acted and heartfelt with inspirational, important messages about tolerance, compassion, endurance, hope, honesty and, above all, the power of love.
On the whole, MY NAME IS KHAN is a fascinating love story, has an angle of religion and a world-shaking incident as a backdrop. It not only entertains, but also mesmerizes, enthralls and captivates the viewer in those 2.40 hours. At the same time, a film like MY NAME IS KHAN is sure to have a far-reaching influence due to its noble theme. I strongly advocate, don't miss…
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