Teja Main Hoon, Mark Idhar Hai

From flop to cult film

It’s been over two decades since the release of this epic movie and yet somehow the movie has not lost its charm. Now considered a cult-movie, Andaz apna apna is one of the funniest movies ever made in Bollywood. The duo of Aamir and Salman has taken this comedy of error to another level with their quirkiness. 

How can anyone forget the epic dialogue "Sorry sir, galti se mistake hogaya!" I remember watching this movie when I was a kid and couldn't stop talking about it for weeks and laughing out loud remembering every scene. It was ironic, the movie when released was declared a flop. But over these years, it has become the most spoken about movie and there is almost no dull moment in the movie.

The movie will keep you fixed to your seat right till the end and you will still be craving for more. The slapstick comedy of the movie was a revelation from Raj Kumar Santoshi, known till then for his genuinely honest effort in Damini. He hasn’t been able to create another Andaz Apna Apna since then.

Yeh bundook Vasco da Gama ki hai. Kiska mama?

As if you haven’t watched the movie already, here’s the story: Raveena and Karishma have come in search for their respective Mr. Right. Raveena wants his Mr. Right to love her and not her wealth. To put everyone to test, she has switched her name with Karishma. Amar and Prem, small-town guys with big dreams, approach them and manage to win their hearts. The problem lies in Raveena’s khadoos dad Ram Gopal Bajaj. To add to the confusion Ram has a twin evil brother Shyam aka Teja, who is out to loot his wealth and kill him and his daughter. How the girls manage to escape from him and win their dad’s trust to marry Amar and Prem is all the movie is about. Watch it if you haven’t already. And watch it again if you have already.

Yeh Teja Teja kya hai? Yeh Teja Teja?

The performances

Amir Khan – He literally was the feel good factor of the movie. He acts as the bolder of the two buddies and is a real smart guy. At the same time he was the funnier of the two with dialogues like chit mai jeeta pat tu hara. Acha thik hai pat tu hara aur chit mai jeeta. And his favourite dialogue:

Aap mahaan hai,

Shaktimaan hai,

Buddhimaan hai,

Keertimaan hai,

Gyani hai,

Daani hai,

Antaryaami hai,

Balki… balki main to yeh kahoonga ki aap purush hi nahi,

Mahapurush hai… mahapurush!

Absolutely hilarious!

Do dost ek pyaali main chai piyenge. Isse pyar badhta hai.

Salman Khan – Who could have acted as dumb as he did? If you want dumbness personified, go and ask Salman how he played the character of Prem. His trademark ouyi maa almost became a rage with viewers. His best scene is the one where he is shown as Ram and Amir as Bharat while they both are trying to save themselves from the owner of the lodge.

Dr. Prem Khurana. Is dhande mein bahut purana.

Raveena and Karishma – Both were at the beginning of their respective Bollywood careers and played the roles of inseparable friends falling in love with Amar and Prem. Their pairings with Amir and Salman was apt in the sense that while a bold Raveena was paired with a smart Amar, the shy Karishma was paired with a stupid Prem.

Woh humko teele par mil gaya than a, isliye humne iska naam teelu rakh diya

Paresh Rawal – In the double role of a white coat Ram Gopal Bajaj and a black coat Teja, he was the best comedian you could ask for. Sample his dialogues:

Main Teja hun kyonki mera naam Teja hain. Teja main hun mark idhar hain.

Meri chai kidhar hain? Har cheez time to time honi chahiye

Murgiyon ka badshah aur bread ka sartaaj, Haamaaraaa Bajaaj!

Ye bichhu ka zeher hain. Pinewala 2 hi minute main pila hokar nila ho jata hain. Kifayati aur bharosemand!

Shehzad Khan and Deven Khote – As assistants to Raveena and Karisha, they scheme with Teja to kidnap them. Again, they were given some really good dialogues and Shehzaad Khan should get additional credit for imitating Ajit’s accent and voice.

Aankhen nikaal ke gootiyan kheeloonga

Shakti Kapoor – Would anyone have ever thought that Shakti Kapoor’s most memorable character apart from Balma of Chaalbaaz would be Crime Master Gogo? Some of his attempts at comedy were really good and this was one of them. His imitation fight with Salman Khan towards the end is a delight to watch.

Tum dono ko dekhkar mujhe Ramanand Sagar ki Ramayan ka woh episode yaad aa gaya jisamein Ram aur Bharat ka milap hua tha

They say laughter is the best medicine but I think Andaz Apna Apna is the best medicine and nothing comes closer when you talk about humor in movies.

Top Fashion Designers of Bollywood

Fashion Designer – who have an ability & desire to generate

Fashion designers will design clothes in such a manner that develops the personality of an individual along with self-confidence. Fashion designers are the creators who invent things newly to the market. Fashion designers can do work effort in a different ways to make one particular product to reach the people successfully.

The best Top Five Indian Fashion Designers in India are:

·         Ritu Kumar

Ritu Kumar is an Indian Delhi based fashion designer. She is very famous for her emblematic Indian style of designing very graceful bridal collections which replicate the Indian tradition in its own mode…. She has been creating the colorful fashion containing Traditional Indian wear, casual wear, formal gowns for evening time, swimwear. She won Miss India’s, for their participation in International Beauty Pageants (Miss Universe, Miss World and Miss Asia Pacific correspondingly). Ritu’s clothing fashions have been frequently by the way styles such as late Princess Diana and Jemima Khan. More Bollywood stars are her patrons and played in ramp show for her.

·         Rina Dhaka

She is one of the top Indian designers who is in part of the Indian fashion prospect for the past 15 yrs. Rina Dhaka is most excellent known for her theme projects – sheer trousers, crochets, stretch jerseys, woolen garments and spider web motifs. Her specialty begins in western wear and she believes on the reality that her works can be worn as dividing. Also she supposed in being proper to her originality. She opened a studio in Hauz Khas Village for Elasthan. International fashion magazines ‘Vogue’ and ‘Elle’ have quoted her work.

·         Tarun Tahiliani

Tarun Tahiliani is a renowned Indian fashion designer. In 1987 he opened the first fashion boutique in India, ‘Ensemble’. Tarun Tahiliani extremely has a great idea inspired by ethnic styles; also Sari is the most stylish costume that has an enormous amazing consequence. He always believes that sari is the most fitting and suitable attire for luxurious look and brings out the attractiveness of Indian women in the most nice-looking manner. He had a research with colors and fabrics and brings up his own idea on unique classy designs. He introduces as a fashion retailer by creating his own fashion boutique in Mumbai. Later on he made a own brand label called ‘Ahilian’.

·         Ritu Beri

Ritu Beri is a Delhi based International designer – the very first Asian designer to start the French fashion brand, Scherer. She is the only Indian designer to be characteristic in promostyl’s magazine Acustyl, which project fashion style, trends in global. Her works gave the French fashion styles into spiritual India. Rich display of luxurious silks, brocades and the existing use of Mogul tycoon motifs.

·         Manish Malhotra

Manish Malhotra is an India’s foremost and victorious fashion designer. Manish Malhotra has created designs for most popular actresses in Bollywood stars – Kajol, Karisma Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Rani Mukherji, Aishwarya Rai, and Preity Zinta. He is identified for his dissimilar fashion and his skill to imagine a ‘look’ for the nature. He is mainly known for designing the outfits for Urmila Matondkar in the film ‘Rangeela’.

Bollywood fashion has always been an influence to western style throughout recent decades, with quirky and unique styling. There is always something special about, wearing outfit worn by our favorite Bollywood stars. They make people feel special whenever they wore their favorite stars outfit as it evoked memories of their most adored movie star.

Top 10 Rags to Riches of Indian Cinema

"Impossible is Nothing."

Life is not always easy but it gets a little better if you believe in yourself. For those who dream, sky is the limit. Bollywood stars have time and again proved that your miseries and shortcomings mean nothing if you can dream big with undeterred determination. A humble beginning, a phase of bad struggle and in the end achieving their much-lived dream is the common story of these not-so-common super talented star. These inspiring stories make Bollywood proud and rich.
Here are the 10 Best Rags to Riches stories in Bollywood:

1. Nawazuddin Siddiqui

The new complete actor on the block ‘Nawazuddin’ grew up in a farmer’s family with eight siblings in Uttar Pradesh. The dark-skinned actor had to make his living working as a chemist and then as a watchman before he developed an interest in theater, and went to The National School of Drama – And then starting off his Bollywood career with a small role in ‘Sarfarosh’.

Then: Worked a s watchman in Delhi

Now:  Winner of National Film Awards

2. Rajinikanth

Superstar Rajinikanth was not always the god figure he is now for the people of South India. Before he was Thalaiva, he was a poor child who did really very small jobs to earn his living. He started off by playing bit roles in Kannada mythological moral plays – and before he knew it, his debut film ‘Apoorva Raagangal’ had won a National Film Award.

Then: Worked as a Coolie, Carpenter and Bus Conductor

Now:  One of the most populated and great actors of India

3. Akshay Kumar

Handsome hunk Akshay Kumar was born in Amritsar as Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia to a middle-class family. The Khiladi’s father was a government employee and was raised in Chandni Chowk, in Delhi. He got black-belt in Taekwondo in India before moving to Bangkok.He did odd jobs while he worked there. The actor then returned to Mumbai to give Martial arts lessons. One of his students who was a photographer suggested him to take up modeling. Within a couple of months, he was approached by producer Pramod Chakravarty, who offered him the leading role in ‘Deedar’. Now, the actor is one of the top actors of India with delivering hits every year.

Then: Worked as a waiter and dishwasher in Bangkok

Now:  Padma shri Award winner

4. Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan is one of the biggest icons in Bollywood. But the actor has fought his way to being one of the biggest superstars in the film industry for well over a couple of decades. He came from Allahabad to Mumbai, where he had to pass many nights on the benches of Marine Drive because he did not have a house or home. Big B struggled doing many odd jobs before getting a break in Bollywood. He was even rejected by the All India Radio after an audition test. Then in 1969, when Amitabh was on the verge of giving it all up, came his break as Khwaja Ahmed Abbas cast Amitabh in Saat Hindustani and Bachchan was one of the seven. The film didn’t do good at the box office, however, Amitabh Bachchan won his first National Award as the best newcomer and so took wings to an amazing acting career and becoming the one of the sought actors in Bollywood.

Then: Rejected by AIR for his voice, spent several nights on the benches of Marine Drive.

Now:  Biggest star of Bollywood, known for his deep, baritone voice.

5. Boman Irani

Boman Irani is a consummate performer – but before he cracked his away into the industry, he used to work as a waiter and a room service staff in the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. The Parsi actor also used to help his mother run their ancestral bakery shop. Only after that did he take to photography and theatre and shot to fame with ‘Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.'

Then: Waiter and a room service staff in Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

Now:  winner of filmfare and IIFA awards.

6. Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra

The famous and renowned director of movies like Rang De Basanti, Aks has not had it very easy in life. The SRCC alumnus was born and brought up in Delhi used to work as a tea boy in the sets and generally be yelled at by everyone. Before starting off as a director, he was also working as a vacuum cleaner salesman. He was a part of the selection camp as a swimmer in the 1982 Asian Games held at New Delhi but was not selected in the final round.It was in 1986 when he set up his own advertising firm that he stuck his foot through the doors of Bollywood.

Then: Worked as a tea boy on the film sets.

Now:  Well known Bollywood Director

7. Johny Walker

Actor-comedian Badruddin Jamaluddin Kazi,the son of a mill worker, started off his career under the stage-name Johnny Walker and he impressed Guru Dutt with his screen test where he acted as a drunk. Before being an actor, he used to be bus conductor in Mumbai where he used to entertain his passengers with antics and had caught the eye of Balraj Sahni who introduced him to the famous director/actor Dutt.

Then: Bus Conductor in Mumbai.

Now:  Became successful Actor afterwards.

8. Mehmood

Mehmood started off as a child actor on the celluloid and then went to became the famous face of Bollywood comedy films. Before becoming a huge star, he used to work as a driver, poultry seller and did other odd jobs like teaching Meena Kumari how to play table tennis!

Then: Worked as Driver & Poultry seller.

Now:  Winner of 4 Filmfares for 'Best Comedian'

9. Arshad Warsi 

An orphan at 14, Arshad Warsi is a self-made man. There was a time when Arshad Warsi's financial standing was dangerously hovering between imminent bankruptcy and absolute financial disaster. He was selling lipstick and nail polish in buses between Borivelli and Bandra, then. Later he made his debut in 1996 with Tere Mere Sapne which was a box office success. He is best known for his portrayal of Circuit in the comedy film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Then: Used to sell lipsticks & nail polishes in Mumbai buses.

Now:  Awarded Filmfare for his Best Performance in a comic role.

10. Irrfan Khan

He started from zero, but he's the best India has today. This man has proved it to everyone that being a non-commercial actor can, too, fetch you fame. Irrfan is  known for his works in British cinema,and Hollywood. Film critics, contemporaries, and other experts consider him to be one of the finest actors in Indian cinema for his versatile and natural acting.

Then: Did not have the money to watch Jurassic park.

Now:  Starred in Jurrasic World.

"And they all went from Rags to Riches"

With the kind of respect and fame they have commanded in the industry –  these 10 celebrities are inspirational to those aspiring to take their life to the next level.

Let me know which ones I missed in the comment section below.

Villains who ruled the Bollywood

Most hated yet the most beloved.

The dirtier the dialogues, the more real they get and leave the lasting impression on the minds of the viewers. popularly known as the bad guys of Bollywood.

 For many years Indian cinema has been a playground for villains. The negative and entertainment aspects of Bollywood villains have always added masala to films. 

Villainous characters have generated fear, hatred and power amongst audiences through the iconic roles they have portrayed. On-screen we have seen Bollywood villains evolving in different shades. Many of the bad masters have appeared as smart, crafty, modern, handsome and scary. Sometimes these villains are so badass that they own the movie, and the hero becomes just a mere character. Of course, in Bollywood terms and conditions, the hero always wins, but from the audience perspective, the hero might have won the battle, but lost the war.
Here's a small tribute to the badness of 5 timeless Bollywood villains:

1. Gabbar Singh (Sholay)

This iconic character was played by Amjad Khan. And we are sure that no one could have done a better job with it. You’ll be surprised to know that the first choice for this role was Danny who didn’t have dates to shoot the film. Thus, Amjad was selected. It turned out to be the best decision ever because Sholay wouldn’t have been the same without Gabbar in it.

  

Iconic dialogue: Yeh haath humko de de Thakur, Joh darr gaya samjho marr gaya , Holi kab hai, kab hai holi.

2. Mogambo (Mr. India)

Believe it or not, one of the reasons Mr. India is still stuck in our heads is because of Mogambo, played by Amrish Puri. Mogambo was completely over the top with a strange costume, a stick and a throne surrounded by his loyalists. He became the very definition of evil. Mogambao was so bad that it made Mr. India (played by Anil Kapoor) a better hero!

Iconic dialogue: Mogambo khush hua 

3. Shakaal (Shaan)

Shakaal’s character, played by Kulbhushan Kharbanda, was inspired from the west. This villain was the epitome of coolness. He had his own island with sharks and crocodiles. And fancy gadgets too! He was wicked, but a sophisticated baddie. Though Shaan didn’t do well at the box-office, the audiences haven't forgotten Shakaal. 

Iconic Dialogue: Yeh zahreeli gas dheere dheere mehfil ko aur rangeen banati rahegi

3. Kancha Cheena (Agnipath)

With aviators and gelled hair, Danny Denzongpa completely nailed this role. He plays the character of a self-proclaimed under-world don who takes over a village called Mandwa. Although people remember this movie more for Amitabh’s name in it - Vijay Dinanath Chauhan - it's Kancha you remember hatefully. 

Iconic Dialogue: Kamzor ki dosti...taqatwar ke vaar ko kam kar deti hai

4. Prem Chopra (Bobby)

This character was played by Prem Chopra, and he was really the baap of all villains. Contrary to his name, he'd always be hitting on girls, forcing himself on them or kidnapping them. 

Iconic Dialogue: Prem naam hai mera, Prem Chopra. 

5. Dr.Dang (Karma)

This character was played by Anupam Kher and is definitely one of his best performances. He played an educated man who wants to use science to spread terrorism. Kher nails being wicked as hell, making Dr.Dang a memorable villain.

Iconic Dialogue: Iss thappad ki goonj suni tumne? Ab is goonj ki goonj tumhe zindagi bhar sunayi degi.

No matter how forward Indian cinema moves, the Bollywood villain will remain our all time favourite. 

So guys, what did you think about the list. Let me know! Did you agree with most of them, or not at all. Whom did I miss, and whom did I not treat well? Comments section is open now. Cheers!

With Great Fame come Great Responsibility

Fame is unstable. Who else can agree with this statement as clearly as celebrities? They know that if they mess up, their fans may lose respect for them in a heartbeat. The celebrities often make the mistake of believing that their fame is the result of some unique quality they possess. Little do they know that they are always replaceable.  While some manage to remain in spotlight due to their work, there are others who attract the eyes of public with their antics. But there is a third category where some celebrities find themselves on the wrong side of the public when a particular statement made by these celebrities doesn’t go down really well with them.

A recent case of the similar kind comes to our attention. Here I’m talking about none other than Salman Khan, often called as ‘Bhai’. The actor recently made headlines for all the wrong reasons. During a press conference for his upcoming movie, he compared his agonizing pain and weariness because of hectic shoots and training sessions to “a raped woman”. It was easily perceived that the comment was not acceptable by the people who know what rape means. It is sad to witness how some people trivialize rape not realizing the trauma through which rape victims go through. Even if the actor used the term rape as a metaphor to describe his taxing wrestling shoots to mark how difficult for him was to go through that training sessions, the comment was still indefensible...

While the country is clearly outraged by the actors remarks, there is a group of people comprising mostly of his die hard fans that are defending him by saying that there's an another side to his remarks which requires the understanding of human psyche. They are defending him by saying that he did not insult any rape survivor nor did he by any means regard rape as a petty issue, he merely compared his gruelling situation with that of raped woman. He was only making an analogy.

Since each and every person is entitled to his/her opinion I will not be arguing whether their statement is correct or not. But I will state my personal views. I personally feel that what the actor said was totally unacceptable and that he shouldn’t have made the comparison to a rape victim. I feel rape is an irreplaceable loss to life not just physically, but emotionally and verbally too and the comment made by the actor just made us acquainted with his incautious attitude towards making the right choice of words. What adds cherry to the pie is the fact that when asked to apologize he swiftly dodged the topic. In the end his father, Mr.Salim Khan resorted to Twitter to apologize on his son's behalf. Now this is what makes me angry yet sad. Salman khan should take responsibility of his words and come forward with an apology. If he doesn't, he is joining to lose quite a large number of fans.