Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

"Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara" (ZNMD) is a complex, honest, and thoroughly refreshing story about friendship, about love, about choices, about ... well ... the journey of Life (lit. 'zindagi'). Writer-Director Zoya Akhtar takes three characters we might think we've seen before ... but deftly makes them original, fresh, and unexpectedly engaging. Her intelligent script perfectly balances the very real, even painful, personal transformation of each character with moments of joy, wit, charm, and humour. No one's Life Journey is ever quite what one plans! Our protagonists? Three best friends since childhood: Arjun (Hrithik Roshan), now an investment broker in London; Imraan (Farhan Akhtar), an advertising copywriter in Delhi; and Kabir (Abhay Deol), a construction architect in Mumbai. Ten years after college Kabir's imminent wedding impels 'The Three Musketeers -- all for one, and one for all!' -- to finally embark on the many-times-deferred adventure challenge they'd always planned. ZNMD explores whether three grown men can survive a 3-week road trip together *and* still remain friends *and* still be the same people. Think you've heard similar, before? Guess again! Ms Akhtar elevates the basic 'road movie' premise into something rare and sublime: brilliant character-driven comedy never cheap but often laugh-out-loud funny, and so true to life and people each of us actually know that it genuinely moves the heart as well as the mind and funny-bone. As each ZNMD character in turn challenges his own fear, whatever personal demon that has been holding back his life, it becomes our victory, too. See ZNMD and discover: *your* life may change, too! Such strong story and plot would be lost, without great acting. Farhan Akhtar (the writer-director's twin brother) just gets better and better, as an actor, every time out of the gate. Already one of India's best young directors, his deceptively brash but sensitive and layered acting in ZNMD is quiet excellence ... and deliciously funny. Abhay Deol I confess I had not seen before. Not exciting, but I like his potential. A good foil for the other two. However the real revelation in ZNMD is, most surprisingly, he whom we might have *thought* most familiar. Hrithik Roshan we see so often in heavy dramatic and/or demanding multi-part roles -- because, let's face it, he's that rare actor who CAN do them, and do them brilliantly well -- that it's easy to forget just how plain damn funny and versatile he can be. Casting one of the world's more notorious compulsive workaholics as, well, a compulsive workaholic? Absolute genius! On the distaff side ... Katrina Kaif. Wow! Where did this performance come from? She's always been beautiful, of course, but in ZNMD for the first time she shows subtlety and depth as an actress. Easily, her very best work to date. Cannot finish without special mention of the fantastic music by Shankar Ehsaan Loy (long my favourite Hindi film composers). Their ZNMD soundtrack perfectly backdrops the film's emotional journey. Irresistibly hummable music spans the full range of moods and emotions, much like our three main characters: everything from amusingly lighthearted ('Senorita', sung by Mssrs Roshan, Akhtar, & Deol) to cool and modern ('Ik Junoon -- Paint It Red') to reflective ('Der Lagi Lakin') and even unabashedly romantic ('Khaabon Ke Parinday'). But the rocking 'Dil Dhadakne Do' seems to capture the very Joy of Living ... and that is the ultimate spirit of Zoya Akhtar's ZMND. Perfect summer movie! 10/10 Best film I've seen yet from anywhere in the world, thus far in 2011.

A Bollywood cult classic roadtrip movie set in Spain (Barcelona, Costa Brava, Bunol, Seville, Pamplona). Although the movie made Spain the number one travel destination for Indians in the 2010s and beyond, it's a lot more than a travel brochure for Spain. A must watch, and a go to movie when you don't have anything else to watch. I ordered the Blu Ray, got the standard DVD. Does a Blu Ray version exist?

This movie is delightful. It shows men actually helping each other deal with their serious emotional/family issues. But it is funny in unexpected ways. The scenery as they travel through Spain is absolutely gorgeous.

OMG! If there was ever a movie that made the idea of a road- trip entiticing it's this one! I'm beyond joy with this one and getting my thoughts in order is incredibly hard because there is just so much emotion to work through. This is the most emotional "guy" movie I've ever seen without taking away any masculinity from the characters. Of course, as you can tell by my alias I'm a girl so masculinity isn't my area of expertice. HOWEVER I think I can safely say that my brother would like this movie if I could convince him subtitles aren't awful. He's a bit of a hillbilly so if he would think these guys are manly then they are. Where to start... okay when in doubt start with the obvious and work from there. Spain is AMAZING! It's always been on my bucket list and now wish I really could go. Indian film makers know how to capture fantastic scenery and Spain is captured in all it's natural sensual splendor. I love how even though it's beyond mortal comprehension of beauty it isn't pristine. It's hot, sometimes dusty, and you see that. The reality adds to the sensuality and you feel like you're there too. This isn't a fairy tale this movie is about finding where you belong in your life and friendship. Both subjects get a little messy so is the scenery at times and it works! Music: after Jodhaa Akbar this is my favorite Bollywood soundtrack ever! It's so fresh and different but still retains the Hindi film cultural spirit. There isn't one dragging or loose song here. There all joyous uplifting and energizing they perfectly capture the theme that life is meant to be devoured and love in all forms savored. I could listen to it twenty-four-seven. I know that's a recognized form of torture but the songs are that wonderful. I love them all but the two most amazing are... "Khwabon Ke Parindey" is a pure soulful love ballad that's as light as air. I'd play it at my wedding if I was getting married. The only thing I don't understand is why they dubbed Mr. Roshan's three lines when he was going to sing in his own voice anyway! Which is a perfect segway into "Senorita." Anyone who's a fan of Farhan Akhtar knows he's an accomplished singer and plays in his own band. Also "Rock On" was his baby so it's not surprising he would sing for himself. Mr. Roshan might be a bit of a shock to people who haven't seen "Kites" or "Guzaarish". Abhay Deol I've never really seen before and according to the special features he didn't enjoy singing but he did a fine job. Senorita is a perfect example of how no matter how culturally diverse humanity is there's always a universal constant where we mix perfectly. I'm not shocked that it's the "superhit " of the album. Performances: As I mentioned I've never seen Abhay Deol before so I have to say I'm more impressed than I thought I'd be. I mean just putting Farhan Akhtar an Hrithik Roshan is more than enough for a great film. But Mr. Deol has to hold the trio together in the first half and he does it brilliantly. All of the characters are deliciously human and messy and multi-layered. Kabir has amazing strength and crushing weaknesses and Mr. Deol wisely never overplayed either. Farhan Akhtar has hooked me as a very devoted fan. The first time he came to my attention was with "Luck By Chance" due to my determination to see every Hrithik Roshan movie ever made. And Mr. Akhtar made me so mad in that movie because I adored his character and he turned into the biggest Jackass! Well it doesn't take a genius to know he's good at his job because I was angry enough to almost skip "Rock On". Fortunately he didn't stay a jackass in that film and hooked me forever. Here he's a total doll and a bit of a harmless lecher. But underneath that charming funny exterior is a confused aching young man with wisdom beyond his years. His ability to observe life altering moments and put them into poetry adds so much depth that by the end of the film you're left feeling that he'll somehow change the world with his gifts. I hope that Mr. Akhtar has more oppertunities to play comedies they fit him like a good cashmere sweater. Just once I *wish* I could say Hrithik Roshan wasn't perfect. I do because I sound like a simpering teenager with a massive crush. Well I'm not a teenager and if I do have a crush it's with a publicity image because (God willing) I'll never meet the man! Alas that blasted man was indeed perfect! How perfect? He actually got to direct himself while lip-synching. Yeah I know, it's just too much! Arjun is a seriously screwed up cat but he's got good reasons. The poor man is trapped in a nightmere of materialism and pain and the worst part is he's oblivious to his situation. Still like a butterfly cracking it's cacoon he comes out of metamorphosis with a new lease on life. The best part is that the transition is handled gradually and very naturally. There's no one huge moment where the lightning strikes. It starts with a single step until one journey is over and a new one begins. Mr. Roshan does do some unusual things here. One, he doesn't cover his tatoos. No complaints there although tatoos aren't usually my cup of tea. Two, he gives the middle finger for a split second. In fairness Imram was being too mean, but my two yr old nephew won't be seeing this movie. The last thing I need is him learning that. Three Arjun and Laila sleep together. Sorry for the spoiler but parents should know these things. The scene isn't graphic in fact they're seen actually sleeping but it's clear more happened. I forgot to mention Imram also had an encounter but that's not shown either. Just a post chat with lady fully dressed in Hindi and Spanish. All in all it's very PG for the USA and it all turns out honorable I just won't say how. Ladies: First up, Laila! Katrina Kaif is a favorite of mine and I get the sense that when it comes to Bollywood fans you either love her or hate her. I love her. She's not the type of girl who is nervous about being silly or uninhibited she's a complete natural at playing sensitive, intelligent, strong-willed free spirits. The kind of girl I wish I was. She plays off of everyone brilliantly and she's my second favorite leading lady for Mr. Roshan. But I just have to say she doesn't do the kissing as well as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Still if I can't have more of my favorite on-screen jodi Miss Kaif definitely has some serious sparks going for her with Mr. Roshan. Can't wait for the Hindi version of "Knight and Day" starring these two. Tom and Cameron who? Natasha played by Kalki Koechlin is pretty much everything irritating to me in another woman. I can't say much more about her without massive spoilers but I will say the actress did not wow me either. Cool stuff: the actors did all the sky diving and scuba diving themselves! The tomatoes action was as real as it gets. And most importantly the car worked! Direction and writing: Zoya Akhtar is so amazing as a director and storyteller. Her brother is no slouch either his dialogue is wonderful and if you get a chance to watch his own directorial efforts do so. It's amazing that this is only the second film Ms. Akhtar directed. I can't wait for more. Why are you still reading this? Buy it! DVD quality is excellent but no subtitles for the deleted scenes.

Receiving the shipment was good. The story theme, I did not love. I gave this video to someone who likes the actor.

I have watched this bluray disc over and over and can only say that this movie is bollywood's answer to hollywood's Hangover. Basic premise: three friends go on the road trip of a lifetime in Spain and rediscover the true meaning of being happy in life. The movie is mostly Hindi spoken with good English subs. Language is no issue however as the director makes beautiful use of surroundings and music to tell the story. The actors also deliver top notch performance, making excellent use of their body language and facial expression to accurately convey their respective character's feelings. The songs used in the movie are well written and add further depth to the movie's premise. Look for the main characters' song in the square with the Spanish dancers and the pranks they pull throughout the movie. All in all a wonderfully entertaining film with the right balance of moral undertones, serious moments and good old fashioned fun thrown in.

Although this film was sometimes entertaining, it did not hold my attention. Mostly I thought it silly. It was filmed very well, and I thought the scenery was beautiful. I enjoyed the sky-divig scenes the best. I would speculate that Hrithik Roshan will keep having a very sucessful career.

THIS MOVIE HAS IT ALL!!! I'm a huge fan of everything Hrithik Roshan does and bought the movie on that alone. But that is not all this movie has to offer. Abhay Deol and Farhan Akhtar are amazing too, and the chemistry between these three actors immediately makes you believe they have been friends their whole lives. This is a road trip movie about three friends spending vacation together before one of them gets married and the trip is probably the greatest part of the movie. The cinematography of ZNMD is breathtaking, shot on location in Spain it almost seems to beautiful to be real. While there is only one dance number during the movie it is PERFECT and the song will play over and over in your head. (FYI-there is a dance number that is shown during the end credits so keep watching). Finally, the soundtrack to this movie should be bought along with the film! Each song has been written to perfectly match the sentiment and beauty of the movie. The only thing I wish is that all the poems were on the soundtrack. All together AMAZING!!! BEAUTIFUL!! and PERFECT!!

Have watched this movie at least 20 times now. Can watch it over and over again.

Voila Hrithik Roshan fondu avec une grande aisance comme toujours dans un nouveau personnage. Justement, l'aisance, la sincérité, la justesse avec laquelle il entre dans chacun de ses rôles, tous extrêment différents, est plus que remarquable, elle est absolument exceptionnelle !!! extrêment rarissime !!! Je connais tous ses films et je suis une passionnée de cinéma depuis mes premiers films d'enfant, La cage au rossignol et les deux orphelines sans compter les Charlot et les Laurel and Hardy. J'avais huit ans, cela fait donc un peu plus de 60 ans, je peux donc affirmer qu'à mon sens "He's the best great actor"! Avouer que passer avec quel succés de Zindagi à Agneepath, ou Jodha Akbar et Guzaarish (pour lequel je ne comprends pas l'audience retenue qui lui a été réservée) est Formidable. Ces Films indiens où l'on vit à la fois, la passion, la douleur, la violence, l'émerveillement, l'enchantement, la beauté, l'humour, vous font passer des instants exceptionnels. De nos jours, cela est bien rare et pourtant tellement précieux. Merci Hrithik !!! That Hrithik Roshan melted with great ease as always in a new character. Precisely, ease, sincerity, accuracy with which it comes in each of these roles, all extremely different, is more than remarkable, it is absolutely outstanding! extremely rare! I know all his movies and I am passionate about cinema films since my first child, Cage the nightingale and the two orphans excluding Chaplin and Laurel and Hardy. I was eight years old, so that is a little over 60 years, so I can say that I believe "He's the best actor great!" Confess that go with what success of Agneepath to Zindagi or Jodha Akbar and Guzaarish (for which I do not understand the audience that restraint has been reserved) is great. These Indian films where we live at a time, passion, pain, violence, wonder, enchantment, beauty, humor, make you spend moments exceptional. Nowadays, it is very rare and yet so precious. Hrithik thank you!

Película de Bollywood que promociona España. Es una buena opción para ponerla a alumnos y conozcan de manera turística las estrategias de marketing que se realizan para promocionar España como destino turístico en India.

DVD conforme alla descrizione, in ottimo stato. Sottotitoli fuori sync rispetto al parlato ma il film si segue bene ugualmente. Servizio clienti estremamente cortese e disponibile che ha aiutato a risolvere con successo un problema con la spedizione.

Recently started watching a lot of Indian action films and have to say their studios/independent film makers are also doing some excellent police and drama series as well like Family Man and Best Seller. I have to admit I only watched this because I had seen Hrithik Roshan in War and thought he was great. However, this is a fab film, 3 friends on a road trip in Spain, lots of interpersonal dramas yet funny and at times sad. The story line is believable and the characters are very solid. At times I did want to slap each guy for being stupid about something one of the others had done but on the whole a great film with good actors.