ManiakJiggy This is How Movies Should Be Made

Inclubabu Plot so thin, it passes unnoticed.

Marketic It's no definitive masterpiece but it's damn close.

Yash Wade Close shines in drama with strong language, adult themes.

skipiit I have personally watched several movies that I haven't enjoyed, but this movie made its mark. This is by far the worst cinema Bollywood has ever delivered. Overacting is business as usual for Karan Johar movies. But I don't blame the director as people who like this movie are stupid.

Ben Franklin In many ways this is very typical Bollywood. Boy meets girl. Boy fall in love with girl. Boy upsets family. Boy and girl are cast out, etc, etc. In that respect it is cast from the same mould as thousands of other Bollywood films over the decades. However, on the flip site, it has a cast that can pull this off in style. For a variety of reasons each cast member plays their part superbly from Shah Rukh Khan, who is rarely anything buy excellent, through to Kajol and Kareena Kapoor who both sizzle beautifully each time they are on screen. Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bhaduri are superb as the parents, and even Hrithik Roshan manages to be much more than just some male eye candy for the ladies. The whole family values thing is well worked and there are many messages about pride and brotherly love that will resonate with all ages. In short, if you're looking for a great film for all the family to watch then you can't go far wrong with this one.

G Singh For those of you who pretend to be REAL cinema lovers and criticize anything Hollywood wouldn't have – STAY AWAY! For those who want to know about a film that gives you 3 and a half hours of laughs, tears, soothing music and leaves you wanting more of the already long film – Keep reading.I respect Karan Johar the filmmaker. I feel he knows what the viewer wants more than most filmmakers today. Even look at the films he's churning out as a producer today. They work! I believe the type of film a director makes really reflects who they are and K3G shows that Karan is a guy who's dictionary does not carry words like "small". He thinks big and best of all, he does big things!More on K'Jo later. Let's talk about K3G. (That's short for Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham for those who didn't know) First thing, if you want real cinema – watch the news or read a newspaper. I watch films to get away from all that and that's what K3G does for me. The film is one big fantasy but probably the most amusing one out there. There's comedy, drama, songs and color everywhere. Ultimately, the film sends a beautiful message through entertainment. Yash Raichand, a crorepati, a man of principles, a man of great power, a man who believes in tradition. He's got a wife, and two sons – Rahul and Rohan. One big happy family until Rahul makes a big mistake…..he falls in love..Reading this mediocre synopsis may not amuse you but I didn't want to spoil things here. K3G unfolds its plot brilliantly. Also, the characters are all so well written which helps the viewers connect with each one of them. Scenes to look our for:The beginning when Rahul's truth is revealed to Rohan. Not just his "mistake" but also who Rahul really is. - SRK's entry - The romantic scenes with SRK-Kajol - Scene between SRK and Rani when SRK tells her there's somebody else. - Big B confronting SRK - SRK leaving the house - Hrithik meeting SRK - Hrithik's identity revealed to SRK. - Jaya Bachchan's confrontation with Big B. - Climax with Big B-SRK.I've seen very, very few movies with so many magnificently acted and executed portions. However, my favorite scene is in the second half at the mall when Jaya Bachchan recognizes SRK. The background music, the emotions of the two actors…..the chemistry – just wow! That scene alone says that ultimately, you biggest connection is with your mother and that will never go away.I'd also like to mention the chemistry between all the actors is very larger than life but yet you believe and relate to the characters. The strong father-son bond. The friendly relationship between the mother-son. All things straight out of life put into a bigger picture. The film does have a few minor blemishes. The length can be a problem with some. The two songs with Hrithik-Kareena alone should have been cut down or shortened. Very good songs but those songs actually stop the whole story unlike the other songs which surprisingly do not come as speed-bumps. The whole look, scale, sets and art of the film needs a mention. A film with style and substance because of the colorfulness of the film. The writing is crisp..It's nearly flawless I would say. Dialogues are outstanding and screenplay is gripping considering that the movie is over 3 hours. The music is just remarkable. I love each and every song. Suraj Hua Matham is my pick but it was very tough to pick. Also, every song is choreographed so wonderfully. Amitabh Bachchan looks his role and lives his role. He's just outstanding and the character required the star presence of the Big B. Jaya Bachchan is terrific and she looked terrific. She's excellent and I'd like to mention her scene before the climax with Amitabh Bachchan – Aplaudworthy! Hrithik Roshan shines through his scenes and even though he's really mainly in the second half of the movie – he leaves a great impression. Kareena Kapoor does well and looks good but I felt her character should have been better written and also toned down a bit. She was too loud at times. Supporting cast such as Johnny Lever, Alok Nath etc are good.K3G would be incomplete without the lead pair. SRK and Kajol not only steal the scenes but also you hearts. It would not be wrong to state that they are the life of K3G. SRK is lovable, he's charismatic, hes insanely good. I feel this is one of his most underrated acts. He's just too good. Kajol looks amazing and her performance is just perfect. The chemistry is also a strong point for the film. Now back to Karan Johar – the real hero of this movie. I wish he comes back to making these films because that's what he's actually best at. K3G is his best work so far and that says a lot considering he's made some really good films. Thanks Karan for giving us this experience.Overall – I'm not gonna say anything else, just watch it and if you don't come out with a smile on your face – well then go watch something 'realistic' and smile.4.5/5

Peter Young Karan Johar's Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is one of the most ravishing, grandiose and melodramatic Hindi films ever made. It is incredibly unrestrained and stormy in its emotional quotient, and yet so watchable, enjoyable and at times even pleasurable, that you can't but applaud to this spectacular show. It is one of the few films where overacting seems superb acting and overly melodramatic proceedings, despite being very cheesy and occasionally clichéd, become quite bearable. It combines realism and surrealism, comedy and heavy melodrama in a very unique style, which makes for an altogether colourful picture which is fun to watch.The film is about relationships in family, about loving your parents and your family, about pride, values and regret. The well defined and written characters are used to create and present all these qualities. Even the least emotional scenes are accompanied by orchestrated violins, heavy piano and strikingly sad pictures on-screen. The film shows both the bright and dark sides of happy families, and while it never breaks new ground, never looks totally authentic, it is always entertaining in spite of its flaws. It depicts both the Indian traditional world and the western modern world and tries to bring them together in many instances.Some of the film's too emotional scenes could have been better edited and partly cut. The cinematography is good, the sets are extremely lavish, and the narrative is effectively laden with numerous songs and many memorable moments of comedy and drama. The comedy provides great relief and lightens the otherwise more-than-enough drama, and the music is extraordinary. My favourite song is "Suraj Hua Maddham", a greatly melodious number wonderfully performed by Sonu Nigam and Alka Yagnik and extremely beautifully shot across some breathtaking locations. Needless to say, the chemistry between the two leads, Shahrukh Khan and Kajol, is as electrifying as ever.Where acting goes, Amitabh Bachchan is restrained and displays well the hidden pain and the visible pride. Jaya Bachchan is superb as the subservient yet strong woman. Towards the end there is one very powerful scene in which she really stands out (you'll know which one). Shahrukh Khan in a typical, cynical and likable character, is great as always. Kajol utterly steals the show and proves her prowess as a gifted comedienne. She is hilarious in her comic scenes and equally shines in moments of drama. Her strong, charismatic presence is perhaps the best thing about this film. Farida Jalal provides excellent support. Hrithik and Kareena are unimpressive and inconsistent. Hrithik is over-expressive and far more emotional than required, and Kareena, while attractive and quite funny at times, badly overacts.All in all, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham has bits of everything: drama, melodrama, romance and comedy, all presented wholeheartedly in true Hindi-film style with lots of tears and lots of fun. It is an example of Bollywood entertainment at its grandest, and works as such. This is a movie to be seen with one's family. Go for it.