Before writing a review we should keep few things in our head that everybody is not capable to…  

Before writing a review we should keep few things in our head that everybody is not capable to watch or compile everything in the same aspect. Indian Audience is not that mature to accept such a different attempt, if we try to fetch the usual entertainment in this movie & watch as an average Indian movie-goer its truly a flop. But on the reverse side of the coin it is written that this movie is truly like poetry. A poetry is always very special to it's poet & the poet is not all bound to describe it.  

To take the road less travelled, is the biggest risk of them all. But while making it an…  

To take the road less travelled, is the biggest risk of them all. But while making it an aesthetically visual delight, is the greatest accomplishment of them all. I went for Saawariya after hearing four-days of non-stop negative reviews. An opinionated individual with a mind of my own, I wanted to determine for myself the buzz behind “SLB’s wosre film.” And quit frankly…I found it to be wonderful. The film is a FANTASY. Once we have that crystal clear in our minds, we can move forward. Take a comfortable seat and pop along some popcorn for a pretty ride ahead. Fantasies are not meant to make sense. Its imaginative. In fact, it gives us, the viewer, a rare opportunity in Bollywood, to imagine a story in our own heads while watching the story of others. When I saw “Chronicles of Narnia” I didn’t ask how a closet inside a door could lead to a mystical land. “Saawariya” is the first large scale attempt of sheer Fantasy. The film opens up stating that this is a dream world- so why is everyone questioning “where on the map this blueish/greenish town is located.” We don’t question five costume changes and three different continents all wrapped up in one three-minute song, do we? They say the bigger you get…the harder it gets. And no doubt. Poor SLB is being attacked by everyone for everything. Suddenly people that always leave their thinking caps at home [and many of these people don’t even have thinking caps to begin with] want to “analyze” the “technicalities” of Saawariyaa. Whoever said this is a failed love story, may not understand the levels of love. I’m just so flabbergasted to hear people with their ridiculous comments when Bollywood is filled with actual rubbish. And here comes along a radically different approach, a different interpretation on emotions and it’s getting bashed. Emotions need not be over-the-top drama with the girl crying constantly, waiting for her lover. And the boy loosing his mind once he fails to reach his love. SLBs lead characters have lots of depth. Ranbir displays love, romance, charm, selfishness, jealousy, insecurity, pain, doubt, fear, greed, obsession, passion, peace and tranquililty. Sakina shows rejection, patience, insecurity, confidence, friendship, dedication, sincerity, honesty and madness. Basically, a full range of emotions are indeed portrayed. We choose to look at some, while ignoring others. But they all are there. And that’s whats great about the film. How much do we push ourselves to associate with the characters? Both of them can be found within us in varying degrees. A few points: • Not all lovers get to be with their loved ones. i.e.: Devdas! But did we sympathize for him more because he ended up as a drunkard, wasting his life in a brothel and eventually dying??? Do we fail to empathize with the eternal optimist who keeps everyone happy, and tries to keep himself happy as well, and although has lost his loved one, has not fully lost his spirit? In reality, without hope- we all would be an off-shoot of Devdas. Luckily our spirits and hopes don’t die so quickly. • This “straight-out-of-a-fairytale town” is located exactly where it claims to be; in fairytale land. Get over it. Move on. Disney would never be a large corporation without fairytales that not only children, but parents get hooked on. Peter Pan goes to Never Ever Land…Oops. I forgot to criticize Disney for not including directions in their credits. • Since we understand that its love at first sight, and slightly beyond, since Salman actually stays as a paying guest for some period of time- giving the two lovers a chance to connect further….why are we questioning what keeps it going? LOVE. Obviously. Have we become that “practical” where both lovers personalities need to be spelled out, some common interests shown on a basis for which a connection can be formed, and so on so forth. Fate brings them together, something sparks off, and that feeling stays. Sakina is not looking for instant gratification. Is that what not the “traditionalists” prefer anyways? Both boy and girl fall in love, stay loyal while distance holds them apart and reunite. Maybe some people have become too “modern” to digest a love so pure and innocent. The girl need not knowing “anything” about him. We acknowledge its love at first sight so she does not need a reason to stay in love with him. • Salman disappears due to work purposes. He mentions his commitment to the country [I believe it was the “country” he said]….so go along with it. Maybe he is in the army, a government worker, a politican, an activist! Whatever. He has to go. There is reason to it but a reason unexplained so as to not waste beautiful screen time. And for filming purposes…it’s the event which pushes the story forward in all ways. • Whores typically do not know how to truly love. However, Rani does fall in true love. She respects her lover and that’s why looses her temper. If she gave in to Ranbir, his level would be the same as any other customer of hers. Her respect for her lover is of course much more higher than that. If she gave in to him, I would have lost my temper! She did the right thing. Now if he came to her and also proclaimed his true love and then tried initating a love making session, Rani can give in. But that was not the case. She respects him and her love too much to cheapen it in any way. • I agree that Salman returns and the film quickly comes to an end. But as I mentioned earlier, his departure is what kept the whole film going. And his return calls for an appropriate end. Maybe SLB should have done what other “masala” films do. Salman returns much earlier. Then Ranbir and Salman battle over the girl, who in the meantime, has kept a no-food mannat for her true love to take her away. : ) Another thing that probably “perplexes” people is how Ranbir can sign off on a happy note. As mentioned earlier, eternal optimist’ do exist. Maybe you can consider me one. I believed in SLB since the beginning. I watch each film with an expectation of quality cinema, but I refuse to compare one of his works from another. Each film has its own unique USP, a different genre, a different vision…all from the same man. All four of his films are love story’s of a sort- and how wonderfully he has showcased love in four unique ways. Saawariya was not perfect. The music lacked the haunting effect of Khamoshi. The colors did get a bit straining at time. It wasn’t “perfect.” Then again…perfection does not exist. For the betterment of “Bollywood” cinema, we must applaud large-scale experimental efforts. Hats off to Bhansali, cast and crew!  

Wasted dollar on this bad move ...no Story line ...waste of creativity... SLB has to learn to mix…  

Wasted dollar on this bad move ...no Story line ...waste of creativity... SLB has to learn to mix art and movie making. he is good at creativity..but if u put that into films u need to get soul out of it...this was complete waste. New comers were wasted. SLB can only make good movies with stars as they have their presence on screen but this movie was shit. I almost got bore and was waiting when there will be some liveliness in the movie...i had to leave the theater. Wasted our dollars on this bad movie 

I think Taran talks rubbish when he reviewed this film. Him, like all other audiences, only…  

I think Taran talks rubbish when he reviewed this film. Him, like all other audiences, only considered "good films" to be the typical masala films (hence OSO). And all you people cannot OSO with Saawariya. They are two totally different film. Sometimes we have to think outside the box and SLB delivered exactly that! Saawariya was an awesome movie. Forget what everyone said, SONY invested well with Saawariya. Ranbir and Sonam looks so good together. Let's hope this interprets to real life as well! Ranbir gave first class acting. It's proven that talents does really run in the Kapoor's blood. Sonam looked so beautiful in this film. Her looks, like many actresses, are a classic. with all these actresses nowaday exposing themselves and having fake extentions, here's a girl to keep it real. Rani was superb. She has proven once again why she's the Queen of Bollywood. Salman was powerful in his 10 minutes. SLB once again has made a classic. Forget all these rubbish reviews from all these mindless people. They do not know what they are talking about. If Hollywood can appreciate dream-like and/or fantasy movies such Lord of the Ring, Harry Potter, Pans Lyberith, Peter Pan and such then why can't movies like Saawariya be appreciated in Bollywood? I think it's time for a change people! The typical masala movie has become a bore. 

perfect poetic visual delight great performances  

perfect poetic visual delight great performances  

fantastic  

fantastic 

I am still unsure. Visually it was beautiful. A blend of animated Disney, old black and white…  

I am still unsure. Visually it was beautiful. A blend of animated Disney, old black and white classic- Casablanca kind, with a dash of Old Raj Kapoor and Nargis poses thrown in. Very refreshing to see Ranbir. After a while, it did get slow to the point that towards the end I just wanted to smash my fist into Sanjay leelas face. Some of the scenes, especially the last one was just dragged. But the whole thing was worth just seeing Ranbir's delicious butt. Is he the 1st male Indian actor to have his butt shown on Indian screen???? 

Good movie but definitely loses to Om Shanti Om.... Ranbir is awsome... Sonam is cute. Movie is a…  

Good movie but definitely loses to Om Shanti Om.... Ranbir is awsome... Sonam is cute. Movie is a good experience. 

Fantastic.. Touching... Different.. ..... ..... ... right now m not getting any words to describe…  

Fantastic.. Touching... Different.. ..... ..... ... right now m not getting any words to describe such a gr8 movie... Frankly speaking... i did'nt go movie 4 Ranbir or Sonam but 4 Mr.SANJAY LEELA BHANSAALI... Taran has gone mad.. i think Farah Khan hav given RISHVAT to all critics... don't listen to taran just GO 4 THE MOVIE..  

What an awesome movie. I don't understand why people are complaining. Probably because of the end,…  

What an awesome movie. I don't understand why people are complaining. Probably because of the end, i don't want to spoil it for people who did not see it, but i must add that i am not saying the ending was badly directed, it was just that some people might have wanted the ending in a different way. And I totally disagee with taran on sonam, I think she acted magnificently, and well about ranbir kapoor, i think he is my favourite actor from now on. Such a lively character, and the way he portrayed the character of saawariya is just unforgettable. I'll give you guys a hint, the movie has touches of both Hum dilde chuke sanam and devdas 

I have a good idea. We all Saawariya lovers should go together and kill this dumbhead Taran Adarsh.…  

I have a good idea. We all Saawariya lovers should go together and kill this dumbhead Taran Adarsh. Saawariya excels in all aspects. Many intelligent people in this review section had answered Taran Fool's questions. Saawariya is a true masterpiece. One should have both heart, brain and soul to understand the movie. And I think Taran Animal had lost them. Even this rascal's views are not going us Bhansali fans to avoid this movie. I truly say Ranbir and Sonam had become very good actors under the guidance of Bhansali. Salman leaves very strong impacts just from his 10 minutes appearance. Rani is the real queen. She is the bestest like ever. She brings colours into the movie. Hats off to all of them; especially to Bhansali and Rani. The movie has all awesome sets, cinematography, choreography apart from excellent acting, songs and music. 

its simply grat than (the mixture of Manmohandesai movies ) OSO.Farah u can just talk and can not…  

its simply grat than (the mixture of Manmohandesai movies ) OSO.Farah u can just talk and can not make sensible movies. u can just cut portions from dirrent movies & join them & ur movie is ready.& ur movies work just bcs of SRK fame.Farah ur not a director ur a assembler.ur job is to assamble different movies.& u did the same thing again,.However, SAAwariYa is simlpy best & simple.