Overall 2010 was a very weak year for movies...honestly and sadly it was. But the few highlights that we did get was worth it. Sure we had to go through films like Dulha Mil Gaya and Chance Pe Dance, but all in all I still looked forward to every release with a big grin on my face!
Disappointments of 2010:
1. My Name Is Khan (2nd Half) Believe me when I say this ... I worship the ground that this man walks on ... but the 2nd half of MNIK killed what could have been my favorite film of the year. As much as i debated with myself on this issue, I still can't forgive KJo for his very offensive portrayal of African Americans. It's not just that but after intermission everything is just a hot mess.
If you're still interested in watching this film, I would more than gladly recommend the International version of this film, which completely and successfully cuts out the "Katrina" scenes out.
2. Kites (Barbara Mori) As a Latina infatuated, fascinated, or obsessed (as some might like to say) by the Hindi film industry; any attempt at representing the Latin community on the filmi big screen I would fully support. Therefore, upon hearing that Barbara Mori would be in this film, already a fan of her Spanish novelas, I was a quite excited. I always get a bit worried when Latinas are portrayed on non-Spanish outlets, it's always the same stereotypes. And of course it was no different here ... which is why my disappointment mostly came from this.
3. Housefull, Action Replayy, Tees Maar Khan (Akshay Kumar) Oh Akki, my golden man ... how I love thee! All I can say is that I have seen every single one of his films since I first watched him in Tashan ... and will continue to do so. I just really hope he does much better this year, I won't say that these were horrible films but they weren't great either. Akki you need to get your mojo back!
Still love ya though!
Highlights of 2010:
1. Dabangg (SalMan Khan) Ummm .... have you seen this film?!?!? ... 'nuff said!
2. Tees Maar Khan (Katrina Kaif) This girl just amazed me, and no i'm not talking about her acting...she looks AMAZING! Anyways ... it took me some time to get on the Kat is Awesome train but now i'm on it. I've got to give Katrina credit...she is hands down the hardest working actress in the industry! And she deserves all the praise she gets... I mean someone of her background; couldn't speak Hindi and questionable acting skills ... has become one of the most bankable heroines in the Hindi film industry ... all i can say is You Go Girl!
3. Ishqiya (Arshad Warsi) This was my favorite film of the year, but Arshad really stood out in this film. I had previously enjoyed his work in the Golmaal franchise, but his portrayal of Babban really put him on my radar, I can't wait to see what he brings for us in 2011.
Can you believe its already the end ?!?!? ... SO many memories, regrets, and SONGS! I will eventually get to films but for now these are my top songs of this year. I based this list solely on how many times it was played on my ipod, so enjoy!
10. Song: Aila Re Aila Film: Khatta Meetha What's not to love about this song?!? Akshay looks adorable in his newspaper boy 'Man' outfit. I must also add that over time I have become a hardcore Pritam Fangirl, so most of what he does never disappoints me...
9. Song: Uff Teri Adaa Film: Karthik Calling Karthik I remember when I first heard this song, I was hooked ....but then {dramatic music}I saw the pictuarization and was left very disappointed. Thankfully i'm only judging the song and not the video. Even though I was disappointed with the video I fell in LOVE with Deepika's hair-do so much that I even got myself a Deepika inspired cut, which I might get again!
8. Song: Kilimanjaro Film: Robot {Hindi} This songs is awesome Period!
7. Song: I Hate Luv Stories Film: I Hate Luv Stories Absolutely one of the catchiest songs of the year!
6. Song: Sheila Ki Jawani Film: Tees Maar Khan Katrina = Bahut Sexy! 'nuff said.
5. Song: Ainvayi Ainvayi Film: Band Baaja Baarat This song rocks my world, I have seen this promo more than 50 times ... I love it that much. It may also have to do with the fact that I am in love with Anushka and her eyebrows!
4. Song: Bombay Bombay Tararam Pam Film: Striker I still have yet to see this movie, even with its questionable ending, as a Siddarth fan I must see it! Plus, it's an Amit Trivedi gem!
3. Song:Parda Parda Ha Parda Film: Once Upon A Time In Mumbai This song did 70s sooo well, unlike {cough} Action Replayy {cough}
2. Song: Gal Mitthi Mitthi Bole Film: Aisha What Amit Trivedi did this song?!? ... It was just meant to be ... even with my dear Abhay's horrible no dancing skills ...
1. Song: Munni Badnaam Hui Darling Film: Dabanng Ummm ... duh! of course this is number 1. Malaika is an Item Girl Goddess!
Honorable Mentions:
Song: Walla Re Walla Film: Tees Maar Khan I can't help it if Salu all of a sudden makes me smile :D
Song: Thok Di Killi Film: Raavan {Hindi} I don't care what anyone says I loved Abhi in this film! And he even convinced me that he could maybe even dance in this song ... so i give him an A for effort.
