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Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

Shah Rukh Khan , Preity Zinta , Nikhil Advani    Suitable for 12 years and over   DVD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, Saif Ali Khan, Jaya Bhaduri
  • Directors: Nikhil Advani
  • Producers: Karan Johar, Yash Johar
  • Format: NTSC
  • Subtitles: English
  • Region: All Regions
  • Classification: 12
  • Studio: Yash Raj Films
  • Run Time: 186 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B007RKIALC

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Naina {Preity Zinta} is a young woman, slightly ticked off for reasons more than one. His father committed suicide when she needed him the most, leaving Jennifer{Jaya bachchan}, his wife all alone. Lajjo{Sushma Seth}, Jennifer's mother-in-law blames Jennifer for the same. furthermore, Jennifer is unhappy because Lajjo refuses to accept Gia, a 6-year old girl whom Jennifer adopted. Even the restaurant Jennifer is running is not going great guns. in short, nothing is well on the Kapur family front. the only factors that redeem Naina's existence are his toiling and tolerant mother Jennifer, and her bumbling stumbling MBA classmate Rohit {Saif Ali Khan}. Meanwhile, Aman{Shah Rukh Khan}, a happy-go-lucky guy arrives in Naina's neighbourhood and soon changes everything around, thanks to his contagious joviality and jest for life. He proves to be the messiah for the Kapur family in every sort. Naina is not a happy camper initially but could remain unaffected by his charisma for long, and falls in love with him. On the contrary, some platonic moments arouse Rohit's fondness for Naina a bit more and he's in love too. But when Naina thinks of confessing her love to Aman, she realises that Aman is a married man. its only later when we find out that Aman lies because he is a heart patient and has a limited life to live. But since Aman loves Naina too, he wants some one's love to embrace Naina after him for which he finds Rohit suitable. Rohit who took no time to move after some pain, is somehow coaxed by Aman to re-think about his relation with Naina. Aman plans a strategic set of efforts and brings Rohit and Naina close. But when Naina finds out the truth, what follows is a complex string of pangs of helpless love. Aman meets his decided fate, but not before changing Naina's life forever.


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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining... 29 Jan 2004
Format:DVD
With all the hype and fuss surrounding Kal Ho Naa Ho, I was seriously beginning to doubt whether this movie would live up to all the hysteria it had generated. It’s Dharma Productions’ 3rd offering post Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (both of which were box office smashes in India and abroad) and again stars Shah Rukh Khan in a role which requires him to cry, ham, wear his heart on his sleeve and play the eternal good Samaritan – all of which he has now mastered to perfection. How could it possibly be different from other movies to come out of the Chopra / Johar camp?

However, all my pessimism was laid to rest, when I walked out of what I would classify as one of the best commercial pot-boilers of the year. Tears, laughter, gags, music, melodrama it’s all here for the audiences to lap up and keep coming back for more.

Naina Catherine Kapur (Zinta) lives in New York with her mother (Jaya Bachchan), grandmother (Sushma Seth) and two younger siblings one of whom is adopted. All that she and her financially and domestically unhappy family need in their neighbourhood, is an anti-depressant Aman (Shah Rukh) — to charm them off their troubles. That he does, sweeping ice maiden Naina off her feet too. But things are never that simple when you’re in Bollywood. Unknown to her, ‘Mr do- gooder’ is terminally ill and is actually in New York for medical treatment. Making matters worse we also have Rohit (Saif) besotted with Naina - with Aman, trying to play matchmaker between them. The plot moves from here on to a predictable yet teary (and very soppy) climax that will no doubt have you sobbing for more.

Essentially, there is nothing here we haven’t seen before. It’s just the way it’s handled by Karan’s young assistant Advani that makes it refreshing and very watchable. It’s all been shot innovatively, and NYC has never looked prettier. Thankfully, this time round we’re also spared the trademark, sports cars, designer labels and mansions that we’re used to seeing in movies of this genre. The film has a classy look and a very ‘today’ feel to it that will make most of us (abroad anyway) identify with the goings on and emotions (which work even if they are slightly melodramatic and over the top). You can relate to the characters, especially the 3 lead players, without whose chemistry, the film would’ve fallen flat on it’s face.

Shah Rukh Khan, is good though frankly there’s hardly anything here he hasn’t done before. Having said that he is restrained and doesn’t really go overboard, sparing the audience his excessive hamming and trademark mannerisms. I’m guessing he’ll be quite a favourite at the awards next year. Preity Zinta chips in a terrific performance looking gorgeous besides. Not once does she go overboard providing Naina with ample doses of attitude, warmth and vulnerability which makes her transition in the movie very believable. Saif is a revelation. His character is more or less an extension of Sameer in Dil Chahta Hai but in some scenes he’s so good, he almost manages to steal the thunder from both Shah Rukh & Preity. His comic timing is spot on. Jaya Bachchan is effective in a role that doesn’t require her to do much.

The main strength in Kal Ho Naa Ho lies in it’s spontaneous narrative and ability to flow – something which is rare in a Bolly flick. The humour isn’t loud or excessive like other films, but witty and intelligent. The songs go along with the mood and flow of the film rather than just being space fillers. And the cameos (by Rani Mukherjee, Kajol, Uday Chopra) though brief, are entertaining.

Inevitably off course, the film doesn’t work on all levels. It tries to too hard to ape Dil Chahta Hai which was a superior film in comparison. The jokes aimed at the Gujarati community, along with the ongoing gay gags don’t always evoke mirth and sometimes fall flat, but these scenes are few and far between.

On the whole though, Kal Ho Naa Ho is by far, one of the most entertaining films to come out of the Bollywood stable this year. It isn’t quite the ‘love story of a lifetime’ (as the tagline proclaims) we were hoping for, but it’s definitely worth a watch especially for the chemistry between the lead stars.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Kal Ho Na Ho - A love story like non other... 20 July 2004
By Angel
Format:DVD
You usually would expect it to to be a love triangle, which it is but with a twist...a must see film. if you liked dil wale dulhaniya lejayenge, bhaghban, Devdas, kuch kuch hota hai and Hum apke hai kaun then you will Love this film. This film is guaranteed to make you laugh, make you cry, to make you smile and get up and dance. Wicked SONGS, excellent story line A DEFINATE MUST SEE FILM. If you DONT SEE OR BUY You'll be kicking your self. A MUST BUY FILM.!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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This is an outstanding movie, with the quality we come to expect from Dharma productions. Nikhil advani, Yash and Karan Johar have really made this film spectacular. Its a big-budget movie with a star cast. The story is very inventive; and not the stereotypical bollywood love story. The film explores the themes of humour, sorrow, life death, love, family/community spirit and is extremely philosophical in parts. Definitely makes you think. Shah-Rukh Khan is excellent as Aman, Preity zinta is really good as Naina. The location of New York City reminds me of my university days there; lots of spots I'm familiar with. The songs are really good. My favourite is 'Its the time to disco', which has a real retro feel to it.

In fact, I took two of my American friends to watch this movie in the cinema and they had tears in their eyes at the end. This film is an example of the strides bollywood has made in film-making. This is an excellent DVD and the special features, including the making of the movie are really good. Well, its a must buy in my book and certainly one of the memorable movies of our generation. Enjoy, if you can keep the tears out!!!!!!!!!

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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Have plenty of tissues!
If you feel like a good cry then this is the movie for you! I cry every time I watch it. SRK is brilliant.
Published 1 month ago by A. Stuart
4.0 out of 5 stars Kal Ho Naa Ho
I'm no expert in film studies nor can I claim to know much about Hindi films but, I know what I like. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2009 by P. S. Bell
5.0 out of 5 stars A quiet achiever
This is a great little movie. The relationships between the characters are well drawn. SRK again is excellent - and doesnt giv into temptation to go over the top in a role that... Read more
Published on 24 Dec 2008 by Lyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Tomorrow may never be - One of the BEST films EVER
In my opinion, this movie goes down as one of the best I have ever seen in my young life and will probably remain in my top 10 of all time in movie history. Read more
Published on 19 Nov 2008 by Maverick
3.0 out of 5 stars Nice but Too Predictable!
There hasn't been many major Bollywood blockbusters about recently, which have captured attention, but 'Kal Ho Na Ho' has been overrated. Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2004 by "so_solid_sweetheart"
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie - great Shahrukh - great music !!!
I have seen the movie at the Berlinale 2004 and I was touched of so much heart-feelings. not only in the film also in the cinema. i love Shahrukh Khan and his work. Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2004 by Zauberlehrling!
2.0 out of 5 stars usual
usual thing from bollyagain love triangle. and yes someone dies and who could that be guess.
the songs are quiet good and probably save this silly film from recieving 1 star... Read more
Published on 26 May 2004 by Skywalker
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Music
This film is in a class of its own. The scene is New York' the atmosphere tense in a family struggling through many difficulties. Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2004 by "sabasayed"
2.0 out of 5 stars Below average movie, but very good songs!
I do agree that the locations are good, individual acting is nice from everyone. Even the songs are fantastic. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2004 by Mahesh
3.0 out of 5 stars Not the usual Sharukh film
Personally, I do not think that Shahrukh Khan gave his best performace in this film. He did not seem to breathe life into his character as he has done in past roles. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2004 by "sabasayed"
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