Karthik Calling Karthik - Paddy's Review!

Saw 'Karthik Calling Karthik' today, finally. Wanted to see it the day it released. But for lack of company, couldnt see it so far :(.

Anyways, I wanted to see the movie solely because of -

1. Deepika Padukone.. Wow.. what an actress she is. What roles she plays.. That 0f a modern self-reliant girl.
2. The songs "Uff teri ada" and "Heya". Both dating songs :)
3. Farhan Akhtar never gives an utterly bad product. IF he is in it, there should be some substance in the movie.

I liked the film. If it was not a mind-blowing film, it was definitely a well made film.
Loved all the scenes where Deepika figures.

I have always felt that the stories in which the character of person undergoes a change make impact. The movies always work. For instance -

1. A easy-going, not believing in love, Akash, in DCH starts believing in it at the end. He changes.
2. John Abraham changes from an irresponsible, partying, arrogant son of a rich man to mature person in "Taxi No. 921"
3. My favorite film Lakshya is all about the change in the person from an goalless rich youngster to a War hero
4. And so on..
   

The list is endless.. in fact in every movie you'll see a change element.

The point is, in KCK when you see the ordinary Karthik, doing everyone's work and gettting no credit, transforming into a stylish, confident professional, it gives you a high. When he enters the office in a smart suit, the other Karthik saying in background "IIM mein Top kisne kiya, CA exam mein marks ke saare record kisne todey,? tumne KArthik! Toh izzat kise milni chahiye? TUMHE." WOW what a scene.

Then when he cuts down everyone to their sizes.. by showing who is person actually running the place - you enjoy every bit. Especially his arrogant, ill-mouthed boss. That was an awesome scene. He gets the Head of Business Development post and a cabin. WOW! THen he gets the most gorgeous girl Shonali Super.. Loved the first part.

The second half gave the reasoning why all that happens. It is a little heavy.. but so real.. how he wants to reach a place he himself deosn't want to know. Totally avoids phone to keep the other Karthik away. I liked it all.. And the scientific reasoning of what actually what has been happening was so correct/believable.

But I caught one goof-up though. That, the first time he gets the call, the other Karthik intervenes while he is committing suicide "asking him what he was doing? killing himself.. There is no need for it. I am here now!". How could he know he was going to commit suicide later. If you have seen the movie you would understand what I am saying. I am sure the psychiatrists may come up with a convincing explanation.

Overall a nice film!
Should watch only in Cinema Hall to catch the thrills. There are a few super thrills! I am sure it would less fun on TV!

IPL 3 Teams who are supported, ones who no one cares about and ones who are hated and WHY?

This time no Bollywood. But yeah Bollywood elements are present in the matter. Not my fault.

This one is about IPL 3. Though I am not a fan of Cricket, my interest diminished when I realised the sport has actually not helped other games if not killed them. Anyways, I thought IL3 wont be fun at all, as it is the same game, same players. But to my amazement it is so goddamn entertaining that you cant help missing it. It is something that everyone in the family gets involved in and it becomes a family activity. EVen my mom is so keen to see who is winning.

What I wanted to write about is that the idea of IPL being introduced, which I infer from the earlier advertisements which were aired, of people being loyal to their cities is so untrue. Or atleast I feel so.

A Mumbaite is not necessarily going to be backing Mumbai.. If this is wrong, good enough, may be it is true for people from other cities like pune.

Following is what I believe why people back some teams and dont care about few others and also hate a few Teams :)

First the Teams who are not supported or outright hated -

1. Rajasthan Royals and Decaan Charges –
1. It feels as if the Shane Warne and Gilchrist will be taking the trophies to Australia.
2. Another reason why everyone hates Rajasthan Royals, is no one likes Shilpa Shetty dancing in the VIP box celebrating her team's victory. I am being a not male chauvinist here, it is the truth.
3. Everyone is in awe of Symonds, but no one really likes him.
4. Deccan Chargers have a lack of Indian icons.
   
   
2. King's 11 Punjab – No one supports this Team.
1. I even doubt if the Punjabis do. I guess they would rather support Delhi.
2. Again a female owner. I guess everyone hated the drama of her hugging each player. It was too much to bear. Silly and laughable too.
3. Terrible disintegration in team.
4. Sreesanth :)

It is not about the captain. No one cares if the captain is Sangakarra or Yuvraj.

Teams no one cares about if they win or lose -

1. KKR - I sincerely believe no one cares about KKR winning or losing. I guess the Kolkatans like Ganguly. But other than them no one really cares.
2. Bangalore (I dont even remember their Teams name LOL) - For this I have no reason.
1. Maybe everyone is tired of seeing the triumphs of grandpa Kumble.
2. Maybe it looks more like a South Africa team with the likes of Kallis, Boucher and few others.
   
   

Teams everyone supports -

1. Mumbai Indians - After all it is Mumbai meri Jaan! :)
1. Actually no, it is because of the GOD himself Sachin Tendulkar. No one can see his shoulders drooped. He is hero and everyone wants to see him triumph.
2. The low profile owner Nita Ambani, who prefers sitting in the dugout with the Team. Rather than dancing in the VIP box.
3. The foreign players, mostly contain Sri Lankans.

To add a note I really want to buy a Mumbai Indians T-shirt.

2. Delhi Daredevils –
1. Because of the devil himself Sehwag. I cannot believe anyone not loving it when he is batting in devilish form.
2. Captain is Gambhir (read Indian)
3. Together when Gambhir and Sehwag bat, it seems to be the Indian Cricket Team batting.
4. A good presence of Sri Lankans again.
5. Dirk Nannes, I see him mingling with the team so well.
   
3. Chennai Kings –
1. Solely because Dhoni is Captain. You feel like it is INdian Team.
2. Hayden, eveyone loves it when the Hulk goes down the line hitting balls out of the stadium.
3. Ntini, Morkel their attitudes are so cool.

Apologies if I have hurted any fan J