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Jab We Met

1. Haule haule
Rab ne bana di jodi - Rab ne bana di jodi
2. Guzarish
Ghajini - Ghajini
3. Tujhe mein rab
Rab ne bana di jodi - Rab ne bana di jodi
4. Tere liye
Veer Zaara - Veer Zaara
5. Kaise mujhe
Ghajini - Ghajini
6. Behka main behka
Ghajini - Ghajini
7. Main yahan hoon
Veer Zaara - Veer Zaara
8. Dil de diya hai
Masti - Masti
9. Dance pe chance
Rab ne bana di jodi - Rab ne bana di jodi
10. Maa da laadla
Dostana - Dostana
11. Main jahan rahoon
Namaste London - Namaste London
12. Hum Tum
Hum Tum - Hum Tum
13. Zara sa
Jannat - Jannat
14. Dhoom macha le
Dhoom - Dhoom
15. Kaho na kaho
Murder - Murder
16. Phir milen ge
Rab ne bana di jodi - Rab ne bana di jodi
17. Be pannah pyar hai
Krishna Cottage - Krishna Cottage
18. Sun zara
Lucky - Lucky
19. Mahi ve
Fida - Fida
20. Desi Girl
Dostana - Dostana

Movie Review

Movie Review of Dostana



Producer: Karan Johar, Hiroo Johar
Director: Tarun Mansukhani
Star Cast: Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Priyanka Chopra, Bobby Deol, Shilpa Shetty

Review

Recall the 'Kantaben' episode in Karan Johar's KAL HO NAA HO. The episode is alive even today, in skits, on stage, amongst friends. That was a mere trailer. Picture abhi baaki hain. DOSTANA takes 'Kantaben' episode to another level altogether.

DOSTANA is no BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN. It's not a serious take on homosexuality either. On the contrary, it's a madcap comedy where two straight men pretend to be gays. Although DOSTANA is a mainstream commercial film, it dares to push the envelope in its own way. It brings homosexuality out of the closet, gives it respect and dignity and doesn't treat gays as 'abnormal'.

Miami is the setting for DOSTANA. When Sameer [Abhishek Bachchan] and Kunal [John Abraham] are turned down for an apartment because the landlady [Sushmita Mukherjee] doesn't want two strapping young men to corrupt her young sexy niece Neha [Priyanka Chopra], they hatch a plan: they pretend to be gay to secure the apartment.
Over a period of time, Sameer, Kunal and Neha become buddies. When Neha's boss Abhimanyu [Bobby Deol] enters the fray as the third contender for her affections, it gets even hotter…
DOSTANA shocks you all the while and that is its biggest USP. Don't expect stereotypical situations or characters all through this film. Watch Abhishek cook up a romantic story between John and him in Venice. Watch Boman Irani's interaction with Abhishek and John. Watch Kirron Kher's dramatic entry at this point. Howlarious scenes all, they're sure to bring the house down.
If the first hour is laced with crackling chemistry between the guys and terrific humour, things get serious towards the second half since there's one more person vying for Priyanka's attention -- Bobby Deol. There's humour in this hour too, but the focus is mainly on who'd get Priyanka in the end.
The length is a slight deterrent in the second half and the editor could've easily cut the unwanted flab to make the narration in shape. But the film works as a package! Also, the film has a shocking end and people are bound to raise eyebrows. It would have its share of advocates and adversaries. A debatable culmination, for sure!
Director Tarun Mansukhani is here to stay. He deserves kudos for choosing an offbeat story, then making a foolproof screenplay and most importantly, executing it with flourish. DOSTANA merges form and content beautifully, since the film is, technically speaking, sound. Ayananka Bose's cinematography is top notch. The locales of Miami are a feast for your eyes. Costumes and styling are very upmarket.
Vishal-Shekhar's music goes well with the mood of the film. It's young, peppy and energetic. 'Desi Girl' and 'Maa Da Laadla Bigad Gaya' are foot-tapping compositions. The latter is bound to be a rage!
Both Abhishek and John are fantabulous! Abhishek pulls out all the stops and delivers one of the finest performances of his career. His comic timing is superb! John will make guys and girls drool over his amazing physique. But, most importantly, people will sit up and notice how fine an actor John is. Both Abhishek and John compliment each other so well. In fact, had the chemistry and camaraderie been missing, the story would've failed to look convincing. Two thumbs up for these two guys!
Priyanka looks stunning and delivers a first-rate performance. First FASHION, now DOSTANA, Priyanka is back with a bang. Bobby Deol lends the required class to his role. No other actor would've looked so real while underplaying this character.

On the whole, DOSTANA is a winner all the way. In terms of content, it might just prove to be a trendsetter. In terms of business, the film holds tremendous appeal for the youth. The 16 to 25 age-group would go into raptures and bonkers over this film. Its business at multiplexes mainly will be amazing. In Overseas too, the film should emerge amongst the biggest draws of 2008. DOSTANA rocks... have a blast!

Top Pakistani Songs

Atif Doorie

1. Kuch is tarah
Atif Aslam - Doorie
2. Sajni
Jal - Boondh
3. Khamaj
Fuzon - Saagar
4. Islamabad
Abrar-ul-Haq - Naara Sada Ishq Aey
5. Meri Kahani
Atif Aslam - Meri Kahani
6. Woh Lamhey
Jal - Aadat
7. Mahi ve
Fakhir - Mantra
8. Kinara
Atif Aslam - Meri Kahani
9. Rano
Abrar-ul-Haq - Naara Sada Ishq Aey
10. Tere bin
Atif Aslam - Atif-Singles
11. Aadat
Jal - Aadat
12. Chhor gaye
Atif Aslam - Meri Kahani
13. Nachan mein oday naal
Abrar-ul-Haq - Nachan mein odey naal
14. Sajania
Ali Zafar - Masty
15. Humrahi
Atif Aslam - Meri Kahani
16. Najanay kyun
Strings - Dhaani
17. Raba Sacheya
Atif Aslam - Meri Kahani
18. Doorie
Atif Aslam - Doorie
19. Maan
Abrar-ul-Haq - Naara Sada Ishq Aey
20. Neend na aaye
Fuzon - Fuzon-Singles