Jodhaa Akbar

Directed by: Ashutosh Gowariker
With Hrithik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai

This film is a history lesson gone all wrong. And I’m not even talking about the controversy on Jodhaa bai. Let me explain: Akbar and Jodhaa are allowed to meet each other all alone even before they get married. (Remember, we are in the 16th century.) They get married without Jodhaa having to change her religion. (I mean, I’m no expert on history but this sounds highly improbable). I won’t go into the details. Suffice to say that there were a few unexpected sniggers in the cinema hall which show that you can’t take the audience for a ride under the name of cinematic license.
But there are a few strongholds too, namely, the costumes and the action scenes. And last but not the least, kudos to Hrithik for carrying the entire film on his muscular shoulders. He looks yummy, acts well and romances Aishwarya with such charm that you want to fall in love with him. Aishwarya, as usual, is not bad but her character does not arouse any sympathy or affection.
To be seen strictly on the big screen…