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Friday, September 30, 2011
shahrukh khan Ra One Movie Review
There's a new showman in town. And he power dresses as a superhero.
While much is at stake with Shah Rukh Khan [ Images ] pulling all stops in making his debut as a rubber suit-clad saviour with neon blue contacts a no-holds-barred sci-fi extravaganza, Ra.One is generating ample curiosity, among fans *and* haters, to ensure a major opening. Only its equally enormous budget will take more than a whopping figure or a much-publicised six pack to break even and out.
Box office fickleness aside, Ra.One, a clever word play on the mythological villain and scientific model Random Access: Version One follows the classic good-versus-evil theme yet draws visible inspiration from Hollywood's money-minting franchise of men in masks.
Directed by Anubhav Sinha (Tum Bin [ Images ], Dus), Ra.One, co-starring Kareena Kapoor [ Images ] and Arjun Rampal [ Images ] in the titular role, is all set for an October 26 release. While we await SRK's [ Images ] return to big screen after a year-long gap, post-My Name is Khan, here's a look at its highly-anticipated soundtrack by Vishal-Shekhar against Atahar Panchi, Vishal Dadlani [ Images ] and Kumaar's penmanship.
It all begins with Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, better known by his shorter and sweeter moniker, Akon. The international R&B artist floors you with his free-flowing Hindi, (even when mouthing pedestrian lines like Tere picture ka main hero) and passionate rendition of V-S's insanely addictive, Chammak challo.
A scorching mishmash of Arabic influences and Bollywood-style bhangra amid Hamsika Iyer's swiftly-pronounced Tamil lyrics, the showstopper song's perfectly-timed arrangement and vivacious rhythm makes it a win-win. Given Chammak challo's infectious temperament, it's only fair it should feature multiple times in all its numerous remixed avatars.
The heard-before sentiment takes a backseat as soon as you realise Dildaara is a legally purchased albeit altered edition of Ben E King's Stand By Me. Despite an awkwardly inserted chorus, the original's emotional essence coupled with Shafqat Amanat Ali's silky smooth vocals ensures Dildaara a play-it-again designation.
Nothing quite like another shot of Akon though. As if on cue, the sensational voice behind 'Smack that' makes yet another high-adrenalin appearance, joined by Shruti Pathak and Dadlani, in the utterly hip and electronic-meets-dhinchak sounds of floor-burner Criminal, remixed or otherwise. Cannot help wondering how A R Rahman [ Images ] would have been the second best option to perform in Akon's absence. Their voices have a strikingly similar structure.
When choir meets classical, it results in an intense concoction called Bhare naina. Even as Vishal-Shekhar cram the tempo with exaggerated orchestration, it is Nandini Srikar's compelling, intricate delivery at conveying pathos and estrangement that makes Naina truly haunting. The lady behind several catchy jingles owns the song.
Speaking of which, Siddharath Coutto's peppy yet monotonous Right by your side feels straight out of a bike or cellphone commercial. Wishing for Chammak challo, already? Me too.
Wiping any trace of ho-hum caused by Right by, composer duo Vishal and Shekhar get behind the microphone to serve a fancy, fast-paced retro cocktail of RD Burman's memorably wild creations -- Piya tu ab to aaja (Caravan) and Duniya mein (Apna Desh) against a speeding train-inspired arrangement and Ra.One's recurring theme, aptly titled, Raftaarein. Quite a tribute, this. Works too.
Enter the desi Matrix where semi-industrial rock-meets-trance-meets-funk-meets-Hindustani classical in Chase), a giddy and groovy mixed bag of musical genres and extremes. Props to Sukhwinder Singh [ Images ] and Vishal for their dynamic efforts in projecting these contrasts.
Swagger, heroism, fantasy, panache are the driving elements of a superhero caper's signature tune. And while there are strong undertones of 007, Batman, Spiderman, Ocean's Eleven, Harry Potter [ Images ] and Inception in the soundtrack's final three thematic pieces -- Comes the light, I'm on and Song of the end, Vishal-Shekhar eventually succeed in emulating that all-important larger-than-life appeal.
There's no denying this. Ra.One, with all its pomp and pizzazz, is a thoroughly enjoyable soundtrack. It's grand. It's great. It's, well, give it a shot.
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Chanel Christmas 2011 Makeup Collection: Les Scintillances Des Chanel is launching next month with all items being limited edition. Scroll down for details and photos.
pink loose powder, soft shimmer, pictured right above.
Ombre Essentielle soft touch eye shadow in Blazing Gold and Beige Lamé, €26, plus an Ombre Contraste Duo in Noire-Ivoire, €36.50
Famous - bright red with shimmer
and Enviree - shimmering pink
(via beaut.ie)
4 UNUSUAL PUMPKINS FOR FALL DECORATING!
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Green Goblin
Origin: An heirloom from Chioggia, Italy; also called sea pumpkin but most commonly sold as ‘Marina di Chioggia’.Design cred: Knobby blue-green skin has frosty highlights.
Can you eat it? You definitely should! It’s delicious cut into wedges, drizzled with olive oil, seasoned with salt and herbs, and roasted until tender.
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Cinderella
Origin: An heirloom from France; also sold as ‘Rouge Vif d’Etampes’.Design cred: It’s easy to see how the softly flattened top and ridged, deep orange skin could have inspired Cinderella’s carriage in Charles Perrault’s classic French fairy tale.
Can you eat it? Yes, the rich orange flesh is tasty in pies.
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Mini Fairytale
Origin: A miniature version of an heirloom from France.Design cred: It’s small (less than 3 pounds) and smooth, and its green skin ripens to orange-tan.
Can you eat it? Sure, in pies. You can also make soup; reserve the top and the hollowed-out shell to use as a pretty serving bowl.
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'La Estrella'
Origin: A tropical calabaza hybrid from Florida.Design cred: Subtle orange skin is splashed with soft green and tan.
Can you eat it? Yes, the orange flesh is good in soups, purées, and pies, or you can slice and roast it.
4 UNUSUAL PUMPKINS FOR FALL DECORATING!
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Green Goblin
Origin: An heirloom from Chioggia, Italy; also called sea pumpkin but most commonly sold as ‘Marina di Chioggia’.Design cred: Knobby blue-green skin has frosty highlights.
Can you eat it? You definitely should! It’s delicious cut into wedges, drizzled with olive oil, seasoned with salt and herbs, and roasted until tender.
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Cinderella
Origin: An heirloom from France; also sold as ‘Rouge Vif d’Etampes’.Design cred: It’s easy to see how the softly flattened top and ridged, deep orange skin could have inspired Cinderella’s carriage in Charles Perrault’s classic French fairy tale.
Can you eat it? Yes, the rich orange flesh is tasty in pies.
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Mini Fairytale
Origin: A miniature version of an heirloom from France.Design cred: It’s small (less than 3 pounds) and smooth, and its green skin ripens to orange-tan.
Can you eat it? Sure, in pies. You can also make soup; reserve the top and the hollowed-out shell to use as a pretty serving bowl.
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'La Estrella'
Origin: A tropical calabaza hybrid from Florida.Design cred: Subtle orange skin is splashed with soft green and tan.
Can you eat it? Yes, the orange flesh is good in soups, purées, and pies, or you can slice and roast it.
THE SYMBOLS OF ST. NICHOLAS!!
 MiterA special tall pointed hat worn by a bishop. The miter is a general symbol for bishops, but it is unique to St. Nicholas among holiday gift-givers. (also mitre) | |
 CrozierA hooked staff carried by a bishop; represents a shepherd's staff as the bishop is to be the shepherd of the people, as Jesus is the Good Shepherd. Again, a crozier is a general symbol for bishops, but unique to Nicholas among gift-givers. (also crosier) | |
 Three Gold BallsRepresent the gold given to provide dowries for the impoverished maidens. Nicholas' gold balls became the pawnbroker's symbol. Sometimes oranges or apples are used to represent the gold. | |
 Gold Coins Another way of representing the gold given as dowries. | |
 Money BagsUsually three, but sometimes one, represent the gold thrown into the house to provide dowry money. | |
 Three MaidensThe three young women who received the gold dowry money. | |
 Children In TubShow Nicholas as the protector of children, from the story rescuing young children or students from the evil butcher or innkeeper. Usually three children are in the tub, but sometimes only two are present. | |
 ChildrenOften shown with St. Nicholas because he is their patron saint. | |
 ShipSymbolizes the close association St. Nicholas has with sailors, ships, and the sea. | |
 AnchorRepresents Nicholas' relationship with ships and sailors. | |
 BookThis large book is the Book of the Gospels or the Holy Scriptures. In some European gift-giving traditions the large book is the recordbook of children's behavior. | |
 ShoesChildren put carrots, turnips, or hay in their shoes for St. Nicholas' horse or donkey. St. Nicholas replaces them with treats. So shoes filled with things for his horse or donkey or shoes with children's treats are symbols for St. Nicholas. Which symbols can you find in these Saint Nicholas pictures?
Seven symbols:  Four symbols:  |
THE SYMBOLS OF ST. NICHOLAS!!
| Miter A special tall pointed hat worn by a bishop. The miter is a general symbol for bishops, but it is unique to St. Nicholas among holiday gift-givers. (also mitre) | |
| Crozier A hooked staff carried by a bishop; represents a shepherd's staff as the bishop is to be the shepherd of the people, as Jesus is the Good Shepherd. Again, a crozier is a general symbol for bishops, but unique to Nicholas among gift-givers. (also crosier) | |
| Three Gold Balls Represent the gold given to provide dowries for the impoverished maidens. Nicholas' gold balls became the pawnbroker's symbol. Sometimes oranges or apples are used to represent the gold. | |
| Gold Coins Another way of representing the gold given as dowries. | |
| Money Bags Usually three, but sometimes one, represent the gold thrown into the house to provide dowry money. | |
| Three Maidens The three young women who received the gold dowry money. | |
| Children In Tub Show Nicholas as the protector of children, from the story rescuing young children or students from the evil butcher or innkeeper. Usually three children are in the tub, but sometimes only two are present. | |
| Children Often shown with St. Nicholas because he is their patron saint. | |
| Ship Symbolizes the close association St. Nicholas has with sailors, ships, and the sea. | |
| Anchor Represents Nicholas' relationship with ships and sailors. | |
| Book This large book is the Book of the Gospels or the Holy Scriptures. In some European gift-giving traditions the large book is the recordbook of children's behavior. | |
| Shoes Children put carrots, turnips, or hay in their shoes for St. Nicholas' horse or donkey. St. Nicholas replaces them with treats. So shoes filled with things for his horse or donkey or shoes with children's treats are symbols for St. Nicholas. Which symbols can you find in these Saint Nicholas pictures?
Seven symbols: Four symbols: |
