Maudie (2016)

As Maudie (Sally Hawkins) shuffles down the aisle of the little grocery shop and reaches out for the posted advertisement, she is determined to score not realizing how her life is about to change. Cursed with arthritis this little woman, all hunched over and with fingers that refuse to cooperate has not dimmed in her sunny disposition and her sense of humor. Having always lived with her family and suffocating under their constant concern, the advertised need for a housemaid is her very ticket to freedom. However her employer Everett (Ethan Hawke), a fish peddler by profession isn't easy to work for or live with bringing on new challenges. But it's only here that Maudie's able to dedicate herself to her one true passion, painting. With time this woman from Marshalltown, Iowa rises to fame with her paintings bringing her untold success; The fact that president Nixon himself is an ardent fan is proof enough. Maudie finds love and she finally sees her hovering family for what they really are. Once she unlocks the secret that has held her prisoner for most of her life she is able to come to terms with a loss that she's had to always live with.
Maudie's life is a testament of courage, love, forgiveness and of ultimately finding happiness.
This movie came to me as a breath of fresh air and deserves a 5 in my books and a resounding applause.
I loved the soundtrack that absolutely pulled at the heartstrings.

Anupama (1966)

When Mohan Sharma (Tarun Bose) and Aruna (Surekha Pandit) tie the knot, they instantly knew they had found their soulmates. It was a love so strong that blossomed into a deep and mutual respect, filling their lives with happiness. It couldn't get any better than when Mohan receives the news that they were to have a baby. Life seemed to be coming full circle. But given here and as the saying goes 'it seems too good to be true' - Aruna dies in childbirth, leaving behind a beautiful daughter, Uma and an embittered Mohan. And life was never the same. He is unable to bring himself to love, let alone look at his child, holding her responsible for taking away what he cherished most in life, his wife.

Uma (Sharmila Tagore) is brought up by her nanny and grows up to be a beauty. But with everything she has materialistically, she lacks emotionally. Time passed has not helped heal the wound and Uma has not been able to win over her father. She is introverted and shy and is constantly walking on eggshells around him. Things begin to look up for Uma after a chance encounter with Ashok (Dharmendra), a writer and poet. She finds her voice and an ear in someone who actually loves her for who she is.

But will she be able to find the courage to follow her heart? 

A few things I like about this movie is firstly, that it's black and white. The storyline isn't too elaborate but is still riveting and meaningful, delivering performances that are top notch. The music and songs are mesmerizing and once again its hats off to the director - Hrishikesh Mukherjee!

After all these years of its release, this film can still hold its own.

Parama (1984)

Parama is beautiful; draped in a white and red saree, this light-eyed beauty with gorgeous tresses dripping down to her waist, her feet laced with the Amber tones of alta is a sight to behold .. But she's thrown in a tizzy as Rahul hits the nail on the head aptly describing her as a little doll all dressed up, living in a beautifully decorated house, totally oblivious of the world on the outside. But hang on a second and lets back up ...

Parama (Rakee Gulzar) means the world to all those residing at the beautiful house on a tree-lined street in Calcutta. Married at an early age, the demure Parama is a devoted wife, mother, aunt, daughter-in-law and sister-in-law. But in playing these numerous roles Parama has lost a bit of herself and she isn't sure if she can exist out of this little circle, one that is now her emotional security blanket. Things change dramatically after her encounter with Rahul (Mukul Sharma) an expat photographer. He expresses a wish to photograph this pretty Bengali woman for a feature he is working on about 'The Indian Housewife'. In his presence Parama recites poetry she once enjoyed, talks of the plants she adored in her childhood, remembers the strains of the sitar she once loved to play - all of it now forgotten and pushed to the far recesses of her mind. However, while the naïve Parama treads dangerous waters into unchartered territory, enjoying stolen moments (albeit liberating ones), she doesn't realize the heavy price she'd have to pay.

Watch the deep and moving tale of a woman who is on the path of self-discovery. This is a story of courage and hope with Rakhee stealing the show. I've fallen so in love with this film that I couldn't help myself from watching it a few times already. 

The Skeleton Twins (2014)

The 'Skeleton Twins' is a story about twins, Milo (Bill Hader) and Maggie (Kristen Wigg). While Milo lives in LA, where he hoped to make it in the movies, Maggie stayed close to home. Living in Nyack, New York, Maggie has been married to Lance for about two years and they are trying to start a family. Having lost touch with each other the Fates finally intervene to bring the estranged siblings together. A suicidal Maggie is just about to pop a fistful of pills, when a phone call interrupts her. The call is from a hospital in LA informing her about Milo's suicide attempt. After a brief visit Maggie is able to convince Milo to head back to NY and live with her till he's stable.
After 10 long years the twins finally catch up with each other's lives .. a gay Milo admits to having failed to make it in the movies and is still single. Maggie admits to using birth control to avoid having a baby with Lance, while she sleeps around with the instructors for the numerous courses she is signed up for. What a mess!
But blood runs thicker than water and after putting aside their differences , the 'Skeleton Twins' are now stronger than ever.
The name conjured up images of a thriller of some sort. Surprise, surprise it turned out to be a great family movie. Now that's my kind of movie.

About Schmidt (2002)

All through school and into our growing years, we are geared towards securing a sound future. As per the cycle of life school is followed by college, a job, marriage, kids ... But it doesn't end there now, does it? Then it's on to their education and when they fly the coop, you hope to take a breather. But the excitement is back. It's now their turn for marriage, grand kids ... Hopefully you've been there and done it all and you wisely chose your path. Because time is fragile and it skips by real quick. Before you know it, retirement will be upon you and time will slow down, enough for you to question your choices in life. Fingers crossed, you are happy with the ones you've made.
This is the story of Warren Schmidt's (Jack Nicholson) life. Warren showed great promise right from school and it followed him all through to college. He hoped to start a business of his own but with marriage and fatherhood came responsibility. So he chose to play it safe and worked as an Actuary for Woodmen of the World instead, a life insurance company. But like anyone else, Warren is now retired and boy, is it hard! He is getting himself aquainted with day-time television and through a commercial seeking sponsors for under-privileged children, Warren senses a new purpose. He finds himself a foster-father to Ndugu, a 6 year-old Tanzanian. However, Warren's life takes another twist when his wife passes on. After a period of moaning, Warren is on a mission. He embarks on a road trip from Nebraska to Colorado to visit his only daughter, Jeannie (Hope Davis) and hopefully convince her not to marry the water-bed salesman she is engaged to.
Take a journey with Warren in his RV as he sets out to find his purpose in life. Hilarious but deeply moving, this is Jack Nicholson at his best, I would say. 

Gharonda ~ "The Nest" (1977)

This story unfolds in Bombay, the land that draws people to it like a magnet. And our protagonists are this couple, Sudip (Amol Palekar ) and Chhaya (Zareena Wahab). Both come from middle-class families and make their acquaintance at the private firm where they work. After a brief courtship, Sudip and Chhaya hope to get married. However with Sudip living in a lodge with friends and Chhaya in a little tenement with two brothers and one of whom is married, the possibility seems distant. Her younger brother hopes to pursue his education in America someday, a wish that Chhaya aims to fulfil. Despite their responsibilities, their plans to settle down soon makes getting a home of their own a priority. Their dream seems a reality when Sudip hears of a friend who has booked an affordable flat which is still work-in-progress. In all hopes and throwing caution to the wind, the couple go to great lengths and gather the asking amount for a down payment. With stars in their eyes, they eagerly await the completion of their home. Unfortunately, Sudip gets the news that the owner has made off with the money, in the process crushing the hopes of many. With mounting frustration and during an argument Sudeep recommends Chhaya marries the aged but rich Mr. Modi, the owner of the firm they work in. Mr. Modi, a widower, has a sweet spot for Chhaya and she decides to take Sudip's advice and move on with her life. Can Bombay stand by it's reputation of being a place that fulfills dreams? Or could it be the opposite here!
A beautiful story of life as a middle-class citizen and it's struggles. The film is so rustic and real; and the songs ... great 👌! 

Butterflies are free (1972)

Gorgeous, vivacious and free-spirited Jill Tanner (Goldie Hawn) has just moved to San Francisco hoping to make it as an actress in the theatre. She is pleasantly surprised to see she has a good looking neighbor at her new apartment. So Jill invites herself over for coffee and makes her aquatintance. As Don Baker's (Edward Albert) story goes, he is a song writer and guitarist in search of prospects and is new to the city like Jill. He has lived a privileged and protected life thus far being the only son of authoress Florence Baker and hopes to make a place for himself in the world. He has one condition for his overly protective mother that she is not to pay her son a visit for a couple of months. Doesn't that seen odd? Well it is, but not once you are privy to the fact that Don is blind. This is an eye-opener for Jill who had never before encountered a blind person. She is charmed with how happy, independent and smart Don comes across despite all odds.
All is well till Florence drops in for a surprise visit to find both Don and Jill in their underwear. Soon Jill takes immense pleasure in shocking the condescending Florence and spills scandalous facts about herself, like for one how she was married and divorced after only 6 days at 19. Horrified and even more determined to lookout for her son's best interests, Florence is convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that Don would be safer back home with her. Will he ever be free to spread his wings like the butterflies he sings about? Let's hope so.
Goldie Hawn has delivered a witty performance. This fun movie is engaging and screams brilliant. A cast of three has brilliantly carried this film, leaving you delighted without a single bored moment. A new favorite.

Wild (2004)

For a change I have the video playing in the beginning. It's one of the sweetest songs in the film and I am playing a rendition of the one in the movie.

'Wild' and that is how one would describe Cheryl Strayed (Reese Witherspoon). When Cheryl loses her mother to cancer she is shoved down a deep spiral of naked depression. She rebelled and took drugs, had sex with numerous partners and when Cheryl finds out she is pregnant she makes the decision to abort her baby. And in this way a married Cheryl jeopardizes her marriage and she finds herself divorced. Knowing that things have gotten out of hand she must confront her issues to right the wrong. So an emotionally battered Cheryl takes on a massive challenge in a search for redemption, self-discovery​ and healing. She undertakes the project of hiking a daunting 1100 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail in the Mojave desert. For a tenderfoot that's a huge learning experience and the journey that took her 94 days was one of self-introspection, inner healing and forgiveness.
The movie is based on the life of Cheryl Strayed and it's a journey that opened up a beautiful life for her. She went on to get married and have children and find the road to happiness and self fulfilment. The hike Cheryl undertook was a means of catharsis for her. This movie is a huge hit with me and when I first watched it I cried buckets. I laud Cheryl who bravely embarked on a journey that would have deterred most. She succeeded in her search for the key that unlocked the shackles that had enslaved her, setting her free to live the life she was meant to live.

Heaven is for real (2014)

And yes that is the name of the movie starring Greg Kinnear.
Easter was great, the blessed season that symbolizes hope - an essential human lifeline.
A year has flown by and I'm missing a loved one. I seek a sign just to know all is well. Anything! I've had them before and they've always calmed my restless spirit. So here I was looking for them again.
And then last Sunday happened to be Divine Mercy Sunday. The sermon talked about doubt and the infamous "Doubting Thomas". And that, my friends, is my middle name. My mind is riddled with doubts that creep in at the most inopportune time to only take residence refusing to leave. And once again my faith, like every other mortal, wavers. I tell myself "Woe me of weak faith", here is a glimpse of my love for Shakespeare. Anyway, imagine my surprise when I watched 'Heaven is for real'. Here were the messages subtly coming my way and it was up to me to read them. Do I believe in Signs? After this, I most definitely do.
Now a little about the movie -

Todd is a man who wears many hats! He is a pastor, voluntary fireman, handyman and coach who lives with his beautiful family in Imperial, Nebraska. A gifted preacher, he has drawn the masses and the parish has only grown. However, Todd's faith is put to the test when his 4 year old son, Colton, has to be rushed to the hospital for an emergency surgery. All prayers are answered and Colton is back home. But something has changed! Colton is talking of singing angels, rainbow colored horses, of seeing Jesus and even sitting on his lap. He talks of seeing his great-grandfather and even his late, unborn sister who he knew nothing about. The whole town is laughing at the family, the kids in school resort to bullying and there is a dip in the footfalls at the parish. It's now up to Todd to wholly believe and be convinced in what Colton has experienced to then be a convincing preacher.
Such an incredibly beautiful movie based on true events.
I feel blessed 😇 and continue to pray and hope that all is well on the other side.

An Education! (2009)

Jenny (Carey Mulligan) has everything going for her - all of 16 years, she is pretty and clever.

Having been an A level student all the way she has her life charted out for herself, with plans to attend Oxford University. She comes from a middle class family with parents who are focused on making sure she gets the best in life.
All  this changes when Jenny meets flashy and rich David (Peter Sarsgaard), a man who is twice her age. David is charismatic and quite persuasive! He charms his way with her gullible parents and he is soon courting a naive Jenny. Beyond the protective confines of a secure home and school life there awaits a world that spells adventure and danger. She is drawn into a life of dinners at fancy restaurants, the auctions, attending the races, weekends away in Paris and the sort. It couldn't get any better when David proposes marriage. With her parents consent, giddy with happiness, Jenny says yes. In the bargain she must kiss her dream of attending University goodbye, which, at that time, seems a small price to pay.
But all of this sparkle and glamour comes at a cost and Jenny is soon privy to the darker side of David's life. Has she risked too much to play the role of the devoted wife? Gosh! For her sake I hope not.
A great film on life and it's various shades. A perfect education on life's complexities and of the 🐺 who comes dressed in sheep's clothing. This movie was nominated for three academy awards including Carey Mulligan for Best Actress who beautifully portrays a girl who is wise but not worldly wise enough.

The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)

Mr. Kadam (Om Puri), fondly called Papa, believes that "if the brakes break, it's for a reason." So as the almost broken down van 🚐  carrying the Kadam family smashes to a halt in the village of Saint Antonin, in rural France, Mr. Kadam is convinced this is home. Here is where the family would open the Indian restaurant they'd always dreamed of. However this idea is not welcomed by  the locals, especially Madame Mallory (Helen Mirren), the owner of a Michelin Star restaurant in the village. Madame Mallory is aspiring to achieve her second Michelin star and her restaurant boasts of feeding a delicious fare to the elite of French society, including the French President himself. And like any chef who takes immense pride in their culinary creations, soon war breaks out between the Indian murg mussallam 🐔  and the French pigeon 🐦 and truffles. However Hasan Haji (Manish Dayal), Papa's beloved son and cook who has immense potential, is able to win over the enemy with the perfect omelette. But Hasan must take a hundred foot walk that will change his life and future prospects - all for the best.
Watch the tale as it unfolds to tell you a story of brave beginnings, the power of negotiations and of standing by your convictions.
This is to my lovely friends who now live in France 🇫🇷 👊 😘.

A Good Year (2006)

When your memories are of a 12 year old you and are of spending vacations by the pool playing chess, stealing a smoke and sipping vintage with your uncle on a balmy day in Provence, France ... what would you have to say? I would say that is darn marvellous. So when the years fly by and Max has lost touch with his uncle, the news of Uncle Henry's (Albert Finney) death and the knowledge that he is now the sole heir to the estate and vineyard, could come as quite a shock.
Max (Russell Crowe) has built a successful life in London and Provence is a distant memory. So when he makes a trip back to take assessments and sign papers with the intent to sell, Max finds himself jogging down memory lane reminiscing about a time gone by. The whisper of a voice he once loved, the faint ruffle of the curtain by the window, the radio blaring in some corner of the house, the inviting hammock nestled in the green depths of a luscious garden ... There is a hesitancy as the memories visit and a voice calling to reason.
As Max zips by on the narrow and unknown roads in a little rental and accidentally runs Fanny (Marion Cotillard) off the road, here begins a new chapter in his life.
Will Max sell his inheritance, the old vineyard and along with it the memories? A movie about the good things in life and about making personal choices that could change the course of your life and of the generations to come.

What's with me and vineyards of late. That's two movies in a row.
Guess I love my red after all! Cheers! 

Baby Baby Baby (2015)

And just in time for Valentine's day I watched "Baby, Baby, Baby". I'd never heard of this movie but the story definitely intrigued me.
LA, the city of angels and where people come to fulfill their dreams is the stage for this drama. Meet beautiful, tall and "thin" Sunny, a struggling artist by day and a bartender by night and Sydney, a struggling actor who has made it to a few commercials but in not too flattering a role. A chance meeting in a park, a brief conversation and a quick introduction later this story is rolling. Watch the tale unfold as Sydney and Sunny struggle through life and their relationship, riding all it's highs and lows. 
I love that the movie is simple and real and it will strike a cord with almost anyone.

I've been asked before if there is anything as being lucky in love? I don't think so! Finding love is probably destiny but keeping it is pure hard-work and this coming from someone who has been in a relationship for the past 20 years. I am no expert, oh no Sir! 👆But there is one thing I do know - Nothing is easy. Love hurts and heals, it tries and rewards, it breaks and builds.

Remember this - there are no manuals or a super-glue for relationships .. a commitment and your readiness to work your "ass-off" is what will keep your relationship going. There is no place for three in a marriage so you gotta boot that ego out the door, keep an openess for self-improvement and practicing patience would go a long way;  Oh! A little give and take wouldn't hurt anyone and could make you smile a whole lot wider.😊
I found the following link so refreshing - 
When you know you've found the one.

"You are my best friend as well as my lover, and I do not know which side of you I enjoy the most. I treasure each side, just as I have treasured our life together." - Nicholas Sparks

... There is more to come ... Stay tuned ..

Madame Sousatzka (1988)

Madame Sousatzka (Shirley Maclaine) is a loner residing in a cluttered flat in London. She is a talented pianist and a tad bit eccentric and to most her life seems cloaked in a veil of mystery. As a teacher who comes highly recommended and sought after, she is pretty picky when it comes to choosing her students. She has but one condition - that none of her students should give public performances.
She soon has a new favorite - Manek Sen (Navin Chowdhury)  is as talented as they come. But the brilliant Manek is torn between his mother (Shabana Azmi) and his piano guru. Mrs. Sen, an Indian immigrant living in London, has a lot to prove to not only herself but to the world at large. She secretly harbors a desire that Manek performs at a concert. Throwing caution to the wind and going against Madame's wishes, she manages to convince Manek to do just that. But what will be the fallout of this?
I don't really know why I like this movie so much! I love Shirley Maclaine who plays this bright, colorful character who is always wafting on a cloud of perfume dressed in bright clothes, with crazy hair and makeup - a part played to perfection. Then there is Shabana Azmi who epitomizes and skillfully embraces all things Indian .. She is the perfect portrayal of a controlling mother, full of her Indian pride, pushiness and ingratiating mannerism, a role played with aplomb and skill. 👏
A great film!

Boyhood (2014)

Gosh I am at a loss for words! Kudos to director Richard Linklater for delivering a hero of all movies. After watching this film, I was instantly enamored. Such powerful story-telling and also enthralling was the fact that the movie took 12 years to make and the star, Ellar Coltrane who played Mason on whose life this whole story revolves, played his part from start to finish. Amazing! The numerous awards this movie took home is proof of its brilliance.

It was great to see Mason metamorphose from an insecure little boy to a strong and mature adult.

This film could speak to almost all of us. It's about the plight of the little people (my favorite word for children 😊)  and their little/huge challenges they face in their 'oh so important' formative years, personalities waiting to shapen, about single parents and the personal struggles of trying to raise confident and strong individuals, about making the right choices ... what's not to like, Right!

I super like! 👍

Incidentally I happened on this book ↗, a story about growing up in South Africa. Different but gripping nonetheless.

This is my new favorite ... A lovely soundtrack

Dil Chahata Hain (2001)

This movie I totally get! 👍 It's fun, vibrant and a movie that perfectly depicts young friendship today. This film was the breakthrough in cinema that India was looking for that, successfully bringing out the latent talents of stalwarts like Aamir and his costars in the film.

The storyline is simple and yet ...
Three staunch friends with distinct personalities share a bond that runs deep, keeping things interesting, unexpected and fun.
Of the three, Sid (Akshaye Khanna) is the quiet and mature one and is a gifted, professional artist. He falls in love with an older divorcee (Dimple Khanna) who is an alcoholic and the mother of  a girl as old as Sid himself. And this is so taboo!
Akash (Aamir Khan) is the impish and the son of a rich businessman. Carefree and not too encumbered with the burden of the family business, Akash has no immediate plans for his education or his future, for that matter. This is certainly a cause for worry for his family. Oh! And Akash definitely doesn't believe in love.
Sameer (Saif Ali Khan) can find love wherever he looks and it seems to be waiting to embrace him at every corner. His wild experiences with his love interests always has his friends in a stitch. But can Sameer find love just when he needs to settle down?
These friends have a falling out and soon each is charting their own path down life's road. But as tragedy strikes it is friendship that comes to the rescue in staying afloat.
                          Beautiful musical tracks by Shankar, Ehsaan, Loy! 

August: Osage County (2013)

After "Little Miss Sunshine", this is my second movie on dysfunctional families. And boy do I love it! Don't get me wrong now but it is a kindred subject.The powerful star cast was an attraction as well - Merly Streep, Julia Roberts, Margo Martindale, Abigail Breslin ... to name only a few.  
So what draws the flock to the Weston Family home in Osage County in the sweltering heat of August?
Violet Weston (Meryl Streep) is caustic and mean-spirited blaming it all on a difficult childhood. She is battling mouth cancer and to make matters worse she is getting increasingly dependent on her pain medication with resultant mood-swings and mounting paranoia. Violet is a mother of three daughters two of whom chose to move to other states. When Beverly Weston (Sam Shepard), Violet's husband dies in an accident, the news of his death brings the family together to pay their respects. And so the drama unfolds.
Barbara Weston (Julia Roberts) arrives from Colorado with her estranged husband Bill (Ewan McGregor) and her teenaged daughter Jean (Abigail Breslin). Their lives are barely hanging by a thread and this reunion could be the nail in the coffin of their relationship.
Ivy (Julianne Nicholson) is the daughter who was always around and having always got the raw end of the deal she feels she has earned the right to finally build a life. She has fallen in love with their first cousin Charles Aiken (Benedict Cumberbatch) and has managed to keep it to herself thus far. But one little secret could send her relationships tottering to the edge.
Karen Weston (Juliette Lewis) believes she has finally found love in Steve Heidebrecht (Dermot Mulroney) who is a pot smoker and someone of objectionable character.

As the family gathers around the dinner table and the accusations start flying ...
Here is a pot brimming with unbridled talent waiting to spill over and envelope you in its deep essence. You gotta watch this film and the brilliant performances delivered by some of Hollywood's best.

The Last Samurai (2003)

Based on past experiences and having faced the atrocities of war, Captain Nathan Algren (Tom Cruise) has been scarred and left with an indelible mark, seeking solace from a bottle. Nearly penniless, he embarks on a mission to sell U.S. arms to Japan in their bid to suppress a rising rebellion from the Samurai against the Japanese Emperor, Emperor Meiji.
Yoshino Province, Japan, Circa 1876. In a camp setup for the sole purpose of training local peasants in modern warfare, Captain Algren leads an inept army against the Samurai. The clash of the samurai swords and guns leaves casualties in its wake but the silent, swift-footed warriors, revered and highly feared, soon strike terror into the hearts of their opponents. The army flees leaving behind their wounded Captain who is soon taken prisoner.
Secluded high up in the mountains in the village of the Samurai, Nathan is held captive at the house of Katsumoto (Ken Watanabe), the Samurai leader. Delirious and ravaged by a fever and recurring nightmares Nathan is nursed backed to health by the beautiful Taka (Koyuki), Katsumoto's sister and the widow of Hirotara, a warrior slain by Algren himself. In an even trade-off, Katsumoto learns more about the enemy through his prisoner and Nathan is soon learning the art of wielding a sword. Nathan begins to truly appreciate the lives, ideologies and the culture of a dying Samurai class.
Will Japan ably embrace modernization without putting to risk losing a rich and deep culture? Who's to tell!

 

I don't know how it took me this long to write about a movie that I love dearly! A beautifully shot Japan, engaging war scenes, a subtle and yet erotic showcase of romance ... Do watch if you haven't already! 

A little bit of heaven (2011)

Happy-go-lucky Marley Corbett (Kate Hudson) is diagnosed with colon cancer and the devastating news tears her world apart. While under anesthesia Marley meets God and she is granted three wishes - so she chooses to fly, to win big money and the third ....!
When confronted with the prospect of death, life takes on a whole new meaning. Marley is able to mend fences with her separated parents - a hovering mother and a reserved father;
A close circle of friends form her pillars and see her through the difficult moments as her health steadily fails;
And having always run from the prospect of getting serious in a relationship, she finally falls in love!

This movie could not have turned out any better with Whoopi Goldberg in a cameo and Kate Hudson, who totally rocked. There are moments in the film that tug at the heart and you shed a few tears but what's different and positive is the celebration of love, relationships and life even in death.
There is a beautiful instrumental at the end of the movie but since I could not find that particular video, this one is close.

Pink (2016)

The story is about three friends who are like your every other Indian girl. There is the Feisty Minal Arora ( Taapsee Pannu), a Sensible Falak Ali (Kirti Kulhari) and a rather Timid Andrea (Andrea Tariang). These young working professionals share a flat in a middle-class society in South Delhi.
One eventful evening, the trio attend a rock concert and are later invited to dinner by a group of three friends - Rajveer (Angad Bedi) and his two pals. Against their better judgment the women accompany the men to a resort close to the concert venue and soon the drinks begin to flow. However, the carousing does not end well when Rajveer tries to molest Minal and he is left bleeding copiously and in danger of losing an eye. The girls manage to escape by the skin of their teeth but barely ..... Rajveer is from a family with strong political connections and soon the girls start receiving threatening phone calls, they are stalked and almost evicted from their rental. To make a point Minal is abducted and molested by Rajveer's friends and the girls decide to fight back. Their neighbor, famous retired lawyer - Deepak Sehgal (Amitabh Bachchan) who has been diagnosed bipolar, approaches the girls and offers to help fight their case. And like they say - The rest is history!
Amitabh Bachachan, the veteran star has delivered an intense performance, leaving his audience mesmerized with his larger-than life screen presence,  his resonating voice and managing to bring home a poignant social message. I absolutely loved his "handbook for women". There was not a soul at the theater who did not clap or cheer during and after the film.
Kudos to director Aniruddha Roy Chowdury for successfully delivering a movie that just needed to be made.

I always stay back to read the credits knowing that the movie is not what it is were it not for all the names that appear in the finest print. Imagine my surprise when my patience was rewarded at the pièce de résistance, served at the very end.
Extremely powerful and moving!

Word for the day :-
querulous - complaining in a rather petulant or whining manner