Parineeta (2005)

This is one of the few films which I like from the heart. The acting, screen play and of course the music are magnificent. This movie is among very few movies which define Indian cinema. Based on very famous novel from Sarat Chandra, the great Indian writer of modern literature. The film adoption is equally qualitative and marvelous. The film setup of old Kolkata is just outstanding. A must watch one for anybody who likes the classical Indian writings.

Clean. True. Heart-warming. Thought-provoking.The movie does not once attempt to push the viewer to come to grips with the emotions the actor is attempting to portray. Instead, the feelings are just absorbed through the phenomenal script and acting. You can actually feel for Shekhar being lost in his sincere emotions. You can feel for Lolita's sincere intentions for Shekhar. You can feel for Girish's sincere feelings for Lolita.The movie sets itself apart from traditional Hindi movies, while borrowing the best of what the industry offers. By creating this distinct class, we are fortunate to now have a bar for which other directors/producers may reach upon with their films.My qualm? It's too bad this story line wouldn't translate well into a Hollywood movie. The story was meant to be portrayed in Hindi cinema and only hope its story is shared with everyone.

This movie should have been nominated for the Oscars. It could have won and is much better than Paheli. For some reason, this film seems different from other Indian films. The acting was excellent as was the plot. For most of the film the viewer is left wondering what is gonna happen next. Not knowing what to expect. This the best film I've seen Saif work in so far and Vidya Balan is going to be a big hit. There were some guest appearances and unexpected actors that show up, if the viewer doesn't know the cast. This is a film that everyone should watch, even those who usually don't watch Indian films. It is a riveting film that is worth watching. So go and watch it!!!

The movie is enchanting, the songs are gorgeously choreographed in picteresque settings. The efforts at initial composition of the 'Piu Bole' song, and the boat swaying to rhythm, are so natural! Loleeta's expressions with her eyes are uncanny and most beautiful. The movie has the feel of an art exhibit. I can't decide whether I like more the sad songs or the happy songs. The actors are most natural.Disc two 'special features' is also spell binding. To see Director Prodeep Sarkar act out the parts for Shekhar and Loleeta is an eye opener. Director Sarkar sees every thing in his mind and then recreates it on film overcoming all obstacles. I loved how the music director Shantanu Moitra and Vidhu Vinod Chopra work on the composition of the 'Piu Bole' song. Director Sarkar's successful efforts in grooming Vidya are noteworthy.A personal note: I visited Calcutta for a month each year from 1955 through 1967, and then lived there till 1970. My father knew he would pick the right girl for me, any girl I might pick would be well beneath my status! The girl I picked wore the simple necklace I gave her every day for the two years before I married her, and every day for the thirty years since I have married her.This movie is a must see, and I own a Two Disc set to see again and again!