It’s been ages since I loved any movie made by Bollywood, Taare Zameen Par (English translation: The Stars are on the Earth) might have changed that. Its more than just a movie, some critics in India call it ground breaking and I can’t agree more.

Well I don’t know about how ground breaking but I felt that it gives hope to mainstream Indian cinema when I thought it started to stink. Aamir khan (aka. Mr. Perfectionist) acts and directs in this movie and its his directorial debut. I say the debut was exceptional because it serves the higher purpose of art, cinema in this case.

The film was full of amazing moments which almost made me well you know the C word It is a story that shows the helplessness of a kid who is not able to perform tasks that are beyond his abilities. It also shows the lack of understanding on part of teachers and parents while dealing with such kids. And, last but not the least, it is a story of hope. It is a story that not just touches you but also transforms you. I couldn’t find a scene which I couldn’t relate to. It sometimes is way too emotional and clichéd but I guess that was the main strength to this movie.

Ishaan Awasthi (Darsheel Safary), plays the troubled child and he is such a natural. I wonder how Aamir discovered this little talent. He was just brilliant.

If you have randomly hit this blog and curious about Taare and haven’t watched it yet well what are you waiting for?

dinhaas!