THOUGHTS, REPRISE & CINEMA !

Predictions -

2017-03-20T02:01:00.000-07:00

Hola People -

I was thinking out aloud today morning and I suddenly realized something queer / odd.

We all love to make "predictions" believe in "predictions" and or better yet we all want to "predict things / situations as we feel that we are someone important"...hahaha.

The truth is, "predictions when correct are a rare gift, but when wrong is like a curse on peoples minds" - hahaha

Best,

Souvik 😇

Experiences -

2017-03-16T05:24:00.000-07:00

Hello People -

I am trying to get back to the writing phase, I hope I can continue to keep the momentum on it this time.

I was at my usual coffee break and I was thinking aloud, and that's when I came across a thought - "Am I" the only one or is it actually true that the whole world is moving towards a more "opportunistic" side of life where people are focused solely for their own gains :) people do not really care anymore for people or their feelings, they care solely for themselves.

Thus, "marriages" "relationships" and "professional life" has no room for etiquette, or respect. Life is all about getting ones agenda accomplished.

Let me know what are your thoughts on this people :)

Ciao,

Souvik.

Life | Uncertain | Emotions | Heavy Heart.

2017-03-13T10:00:00.000-07:00

Hey People,

I just realized - I have been absent and that too for a while now. I am guessing you all are thinking of me as being a sporadic writer / blogger.

The truth is - I have been in severe introspective mode, in which I am trying to figure out a few things about the "normal"way life is suppose to be. Or is it that "experiences" in life make people who they are and what they become.

I guess it really depends on what sort of a person someone is. Life for me has been "uncertain" - for various reasons and I keep asking myself whether this "uncertainess" of life is what modern day relationships are. I have figured that "during this phase" there is no rooms for "emotions" let alone "a heavy heart".

Weird world !!!

Ciao,

Souvik

"PINK"...Impact-full.

2016-11-11T01:44:00.001-08:00

Hey Guys,

Whats up ? Have you guys watched "PINK" ???

I was slow in getting my act together for a movie outing, but I have caught up. Watched this movie, and I was amazed at not just the movie but moreover the whole way the movie has been handled. Right from the story idea to film being made totally reveals the intelligence of the film makers and their broad willingness to contribute to the world of cinema.

I mean, personally I was just surprised and shocked and extremely happy with the movie. Simply fantastic, it has dumbfounded me and that is what it is.

Best,

Souvik

"BAAR BAAR DEKHO" - It's about commitment people.

2016-09-23T03:24:00.003-07:00

Hey Hey People,

Greetings - hello and namaste :)

I know I have been a bit late on this, but then again maintaining a job and then trying to loose weight, makes life a bit difficult ;) So ! before I get into any form of analogy, I will make this short and quick, or at least try to be brief - hahaha.

"BAAR BAAR DEKHO" - the quintessential Dharma Production pot boiler which has all the ingredients of a masaledar flick with all the trappings of urban uber India. The sets, the use of color via set designs and costumes have well served the trademark of being a "Karan Johar flick". After all KJO does know how to dress his stars, junior artistes, he always seems to get it right with cinematography as well. The movie has a story, once again touching base with time and modern day India. I have read various articles by so called critics who have bashed this movie. To be very honest, I do not know why. The movie has a faulty narrative, this I will give to critics but the message in the movie is something that has ethos. I am not sure if people got the movie in the beginning but the movie is not about "Manish Malhotra" designs and fantasy type "destination weddings" - the movie is for modern India to understand that "shaadi" is not a social strata exhibition to boast of one's spending capacity but moreover the honor and acceptance of "commitment and the promise to walk all the way till death". Unfortunately people don't get this or probably do not want to accept the truth about marriage and want to purposefully belong in a mirage where they can always refer to marriage's as a social act.

For all those who panned this flick - IT IS NOT THAT BAD A FLICK :)

Cheers,

Souvik :)

EID MUBARAK -

2016-09-12T05:16:00.000-07:00

DEAR PEOPLE,

ALL THOSE CELEBRATING EID WITH THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS - HERE'S WISHING YOU A VERY HAPPY EID AL ADHA :)

BEST,

SOUVIK :)

FAKE WORLD and FAKER PEOPLE -

2016-09-12T05:14:00.004-07:00

Hola People,

How are you all doing today ? What is the latest on the movie list ? - well, to be honest at my end, although I have heard bad bad reviews about "Baar Baar Dekho" I am still watching it and I am watching "Freaky Ali" as well, perhaps we all can share and exchange views about these flicks soon. I am really eager to watch "MS DHONI - The Untold Story" guess the respect I have for the man is always going to be there post his "WORLD CUP 2011" antics.

Moving away from the topic of movies and cricketers and biopics, I strange observation crossed my mind yesterday. I suddenly saw that there are an increasing number of people in today's world who are extremely "FAKE". They fake their own appearances at social gatherings, talk about issues, topics and situations also in a "FAKE" manner. I am not sure what the whole idea is behind this whole,"I WANNA BE A GREAT FAKE - STER" or want to be the biggest "FAKE STAR".

Would it be correct for me to understand and believe that as we move ahead in a very competitive society and world, people have their own insecurities and apprehensions of work life, social life and also their own existence ;) - guess this is the reason why people are fake. They are fake as they need and want their own agenda to be dealt with at first.

Ciao,

Souvik

"RUSTOM" - Excellent Narrative.

2016-08-26T05:23:00.003-07:00

Hola People,

Have you guys seen this flick yet or no ?

I have seen this movie and I have personally loved it, the movie is super :) in fact I have been an ardent AKKI movie lover for a while now, his last couple of movies have just been brilliant. Ever since "Oh My God" right up to "RUSTOM" he has cracked the code every time, and also upped his performance quotient as well.

If you look at it, clearly there is a mindful strategy to his tactic, it isn't always the mindless buffoonery as expected from the usual "HOUSEFUL" trappings.What works well for the film is that it chronicles the live of the 50's along with some amazing VFX. I think the story and plot for the film was out of the bag the day the movie gave out its trailer :) but the fact that not many of today's youth know of what is happening is a key driver.

The movie works only because of AKKI's brilliant character delineation and a clear vision by the director. Neeraj Pandey*(producer)* knows his craft well.

Best,

SS :)

"LONELINESS" - Is it a mindset or a feeling.

2016-08-26T04:01:00.002-07:00

Hello People,

Greetings, trust you all are well at your end. It is my birthday tomorrow, and guess what ??? - I am really feeling low. I mean I am |"32" going on to "33", and I am still single ! Well, I am not single by choice, just never had a relationship that stuck on.

So the thought of being alone and single has occurred to me for a while now, however thankfully I have never been on that verge of a mindset whereby I have been desperate for a companionship or a relationship. I have seen how many people in today's world opt for an relationship as a barter for something that they desire. It looks absurd when I see this, guess certain people in today's world swear by the fact that material value and monetary worthiness is the key to happiness and longevity. I can never ever be in a relationship for a barter - call me old school or idealist, but that is that people.

So my dilemma is the same, and that is "is loneliness a mindset or a deep feeling" - let me know.

Cheers :)

Souvik :)

"DISHOOM" - The typical masaledar filum ;)

2016-08-07T23:58:00.000-07:00

Hola People,

Trust you guys are all well at your end.

I am not sure as to what your opinion is on "DISHOOM", I have to give it to the Dhawan's, they surely know how to make entertaining flicks and "film making" is definitely in their blood.

Mr David Dhawan has been an inspiration for many of the youth, guess its not only David's co-workers but also his sons who have quite evidently drawn inspiration from him, they are carrying the "Dhawan" flag high and higher. I have always liked Varun Dhawan's performances right from "SOTY", there is an amazing spontaneity in his acting and I guess that is what stands out. Rohit, although not an actor is definitely a brilliant film making mind, just like his father ;"Desi Boyz" was super and now "Dishoom".

Dishoom - is a typical "masaledar" pot boiler chalk full of cliches, in characterization, plot and story. So the real big question is ? how does it make Dishoom a good watch ? - what makes "DISHOOM" a good watch is the fast pace of the film, there is not one frame that fails to impress and furthermore the cinematography is phenomenal, I have not seen the UAE in such super frames. More importantly the ensemble starcast have stuck to the core of "acting" their parts to the fullest - although performances are not national award winning - they are convincing for a typical bollywood comedy. The soundtrack is a bit of a drag, probably the only thing that does not work for the film. On the whole, "watch this guys" its super fun and hilarious to the core.

Peace Out,

Souvik

WORLD - WORK - WORLD - Funny Vicious Evil.

2016-07-22T00:06:00.001-07:00

Hola People,

Trust you guys are well. Notice the "title" of my "thought" today :)

It's a funny world out there, the "work world" or "corporate world" whatever you may call it. I guess I am still restrained back with my up bringing and value system trying to digest the perils and also coming to terms with the "modern day" way of life. I remember back in the days when I used to see my father go to his office, he would love the fact that he was working in a global organization - there was a synergy with him and his company and also a "big amount of respect which he had for his employer, and his employer reciprocated the same".

Today's "world of work" / or "work culture" has changed completely, more than being professional, people always want something in "material value" in return for hiring someone or as the saying goes : "whats in it for me ?:)"

I have had a tough couple of years, trying to work to the best of my abilities, but then it is always less for my employer / boss.I have faced the brunt of being a apart of the financial services industry which has overhauled its business model and retracted back to a more simpler version of practice. And not to forget the "desi mindset" of the usual up bringing in the "sub - continent", and that is the surface level of mindsets, there are people in various parts of the "globe" who are angry at us ; "desi's" / "Indian's for cracking the code and proving the mantle - with our success mantra".

All these various "thoughts", "concepts" or "ideas" and the bigger issue or problem I see, is that there is an empty value system that trusts "only the human error of selfish behavior to eat, kill and look for a prey". Who cares if you live or die !!!

Let me know your thoughts on this people.

Cheers :)

Souvik.

Rejuvenated - Hola

2016-07-20T04:54:00.005-07:00

Hola,

I am back from my sabbatical, I am recharged and have all guns blazing to write. Hope you all enjoy reading all that I have to write.

Best,

SS :)

Greetings People - I am coming back :)

2016-02-20T03:42:00.001-08:00

Dear All,

For all of you who still read my blog, thank you very much for this, for those who have forgotten me well - I am sorry to be so elusive and out of sync, I have been quite out of the blogospere completely due to tough times in my recent past. I will continue to write more frequently or at least at length from now on.

Missed you all, hope the New Year has begun well for all of you :)

See you soon.

Best,

Souvik

Just A Thought -

2015-11-12T01:52:00.002-08:00

Dear All,

When I started this blog, I clearly remember I wanted to reach out to all movie buffs. Then, I thought I might as well use this as a scrap book to put my feelings, thoughts and opinions out there.

Then I got hold of "Dubai - itis" and thus fell prey to all of the usual worries of life living in Dubai along with a few elements of extra drama :) Hahahaha - well if I am going to change anything in 2016 then it is definitely going to be this....in that I will make sure I keep writing and putting my thoughts out there more often than none :)

More soon people.

Souvik :)

FAST YEAR 2015 -

2015-11-12T01:49:00.002-08:00

Dear All,

Namaste and for all those celebrating Diwali, here's hoping that the new year is super. Here's wishing you all a very HAPPY DIWALI and HAPPY NEW YEAR.

Best,

Souvik :)

Modern Day Rate Race -

2015-10-04T05:00:00.002-07:00

Greetings and hello people - trust all of you are well and relaxed. I can't believe its the 10th month of the year and that too a year that has had only and only horror stories for me so far.

Of late I have been thinking deep ; in retrospect, and I realize that being successful and tasting success is definitely something to be proud and jubilant for :) - I don't know when I am there but I do know it is something I am yearning for.

I come across people at 32 *(my age)* and they are all VP's or AVP's or SVP's and I am just a simple Manager - jee's don't know when that stroke of luck hits at me. The modern rat race is murky, dirty and slimy to that extent people would go to any level to make sure that they have their agenda met with. I am either too nice of a guy or there isn't much space left for good people. Office politics and corruption is something which genuinely despises me.

I will have to see where I land up :) hugely unsuccessful or successful...hmmm....

Ciao,

Souvik.

Life - Uncertain / Magical.

2015-09-12T23:10:00.000-07:00

Hey People.

Greetings, Namaste and hello :) how are you all doing ?

After "Bajrangi" I watched "Phantom" and "Brothers" - I have been quite content with the turn out of good flicks from our very own back yard. I was keen on watching "Welcome Back" and "HERO" but then after the repeated promotional campaigns, I don't know why, I changed my mind and thus I gave these 2 flicks a miss ! It will be interesting to see how "KATI BATTI" shapes out, in fact I am going to watch it when it releases.

I lost a friend this past week, he was 37 years old and died of a heart attack...which was shocking....I am not sure what I am suppose to say now...is it that "Life" is uncertain or is it that the so called "Magic" of life is such that for some people it surprises for the betterment and for some it really treats them with unhappiness.

I am not sure which one it is...

More soon people.

Best,

"BAJRANGI BHAIJAAN" - A Money Spinner :)

2015-08-10T04:47:00.001-07:00

Hola Amigo's,

I was thinking for an apt title and then figured, nothing would sum up the word "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" better than "A Money Spinner from Salman Khan Films Private Limited" - :)

I don't think you guys need a run down of the story / plot or screenplay. I have to admit that Kabir Khan concentrated on a very simple story with flat plot. The nuances of "Old India" within the "Modern India" was depicted and narrated well, having said this the thing that probably worked for the movie is the unique and different relationship build up with Salman Khan and Harshaali - quite a few moments which were heart rendering to watch on celluloid.

Thus, the film is at INR 550 crores and counting - WOOW - if it goes this way then definitely it going to break PK's records for sure.

More soon amigos.

Best,

Souvik.

AGE of "PARENT'S"...

2015-08-03T02:00:00.001-07:00

Hey Guys,

Greetings and hello - trust you all are well. I am not sure if I have ever mentioned this but don't you think that parents who retire and are sitting at home require more baby sitting than anything else ???

I have 2 at home who are worse than 5 year olds especially after their own near death experiences with life. Really fumbled on this people :)

Best,

Random Thought !

2015-07-25T11:48:00.001-07:00

Hola Amigo's,

An interesting thought - I was thinking of the nemesis of my blog and how I came up with this idea. I realized that the whole and sole idea behind this was to gather my thoughts and ideas together so I can exchange this with people around. Well now that I am back mentally I am quite clear this is what we shall discuss as we move forward.

More soon :)

Souvik.

My Apologies - Greetings and Hello...

2015-07-25T11:47:00.001-07:00

Dear All,

Greetings, and hello, I just realized that whenever I have visited my place "here" I have always seen that I am apologizing to all of you for my disappearing act...well not any more...as "I AM BACK" - and this time "BACK" with a vengeance.

The reason for my reclusive act was precisely the fact that I have been drowned in a few emotional atrocities which led to me being totally lost and detached from my space of writing. I have seen 2 near death experiences of my parents which really left me grasping for breath, to top it off work life hasn't been rewarding at all - I don't know if this is what people call as a "struggle" if that is the case then I need to re look at the word "struggle" to gain a sense of what this means and whether the roots of the word has any synonyms with "grief".

Till then all of you should watch "BAJRANGI BHAIJAAN" - cause I truly feel that it's a good movie with a good intention - watch it and we shall discuss this soon.

Best,Souvik.

Perplexed Relationship !!!

2015-02-03T09:56:00.001-08:00

Hey Guys,

Good morning, good afternoon and good evening - sincere apologies for the disappearing act over 2014 ; to be very honest 2014 has been a year that has probably perplexed me to the core.

I have come to a point where by I am "re - visiting" every single "human" relationship possible. Hahahaha - many of you would exclaim at me as being unusually paranoid or perhaps just a "weirdo":), or this could just be be the process of "me" growing up with human relationships which are always so intricate to understand.

"Friends" these days are rare, the "true friends" are always at a distance, "Acquaintances" are more prominent looking to crack a business deal or trying to excavate a form of value which yields a form benefit. Female companionship in the form a "live in" relationship or "marriageable relationship" is something which is also based on a "deal like" understanding. Girl friends are a bevy for those who choose to meander and wander in the world of "lust and greed".

What baffles me is whether, "relationships" are the new terms used to describe a simple arrangement...I don't know but I do know that being "lonely" is fun in that you have the freedom to think clearly without anyone's influence. You are not guilty conscience and neither do you owe anyone anything.

More soon my friends :)

Regards,

Souvik.

Hello 2015 - Yet again Tough !!!

2015-01-06T09:49:00.002-08:00

Dear Pep's,

Greetings and here's wishing you all a very warm and the very best for 2015. It look's like I have yet again started my year's innings on a tough note. The start of the year has begun with the sad demise of my "maternal granny" the coolest and best old lady / according to me who had the best sense of humor.

I guess this is the anomaly of life and it's weirdness. I truly hope that soon my luck changes soon. I have made it a point that in 2015 I will go all out with commenting on life and "my filums"....hehehehe.

Guess you all have dialed the "right number" and spoken to "Mr PK" :) - that man Aamir and his arrogance rocks.

Cheers,

Souvik.

NEED SOME HELP AND PRAYERS :(

2014-10-17T09:33:00.002-07:00

HEY PEEPS,

SORRY BUT REALLY 2014 HAS BEEN JUST HORRIBLE I REALLY NEED SOME PRAYERS FROM ALL OF YOU...PLEASE PLEASE....

REGARDS,
SOUVIK

Just A Bad Year 2014 !

2014-09-02T20:16:00.001-07:00

Hello My Peep,

How are you all doing at your end ? I am sorry I have been elusive, and this is probably the 1000th time I am apologizing for not being able to express myself and my "filums" on the blogosphere. To be really honest ; 2014 as a year has been one of those unfortunate years, which many of us just dread being a part of. I mean, life doesn't always have to be a bed of roses but then again who likes treading through waters of troubled pastures. I guess this is what makes someone strong and realize what life is really all about. I have had similar experiences in "2005" and now in "2014" ! I just pray that there is no more bad news to come. I have seen a lethal illness of my "mommy dearest", I have recently unmasked a friend who has greed to the power of infinity along with a desire to enact unscrupulously for personal gains, I have seen the ugly side of a retired father sitting at home enduring his frustrations and basking in his past glory. Probably the only saving grace has been that my own younger kid brother is gradually shaping up and willing to accept responsibility. So this new years eve I am going to pray that my 2015 goes well !!!

As for my favorite pastime of "movies, masti and magic" - a'la Bollywood has also disappointed me to a certain level this year as there really hasn't been that many good flicks. To be really honest the movies I have liked for this year are : "2 States:", "Bewakofiyaan", "Mein Tera Hero", "Gunday", "KICK" and "HOLIDAY". I am really looking forward to "Happy New Year", "PK" and "BANG BANG" - I have a feeling that "MARY KOM" is going to be a killer of a flick !!! We shall have to see :)

More soon peeps !

Soveik.