July 27, 2004
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Julie conquers the BO!

This Friday saw sex and violence clash at the box office.

The much hyped Julie, starring Neha Dhupia, about a high-society call girl, predictably opened to smashing collections of 95 to 100 per cent.

The response for Rajiv Rai's action drama, Asambhav, however, was far from impressive.

Note: Films are ranked according to their release dates.





Julie

Cast: Neha Dhupia, Sanjay Kapoor, Priyanshu, Yash Tonk, Achint Kaur
Director: Deepak Shivdasani
Neha Dhupia's bold avatar.

Zero chemistry between actors.

Number of weeks: New
BO Verdict: Average

The review





Asambhav

Cast: Naseeruddin Shah, Arjun Rampal, Priyanka Chopra, Mohan Agashe, Mukesh Rishi, Arif Zakaria
Director: Rajiv Rai
Slick action sequences.

Overdose of Pak-bashing.

Number of weeks: New
BO Verdict: Flop

The review





Gayab

Cast: Tusshar Kapoor, Antara Mali, Raghuveer Yadav, Rasika Joshi, Ramman Trikha, Govind Namdeo
Director: Prawaal Raman
Tusshar Kapoor's performance. Pietro Zuercher's cinematography.

Low in content and entertainment.

Number of weeks: 1
BO Verdict: Average

The review





Garv: Pride & Honour

Cast: Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty, Arbaaz Khan, Amrish Puri, Mukesh Rishi
Director: Punit Isarr
Salman's restrained performance.

Predictable plot, excessive violence.

Number of weeks: 2
BO Verdict: Average

The review





Hyderabad Blues 2

Cast: Nagesh Kukunoor, Jyoti Dogra, Vikram Inamdar, Elahe Hiptoola, Tisca Chopra
Director: Nagesh Kukunoor
Realistic characterisations.

Lack of freshness. Continuity glitches.

Number of weeks: 3
BO Verdict: Flop

The review





Chale Chalo: The Making Of An Epic

Cast: Aamir Khan, Ashutosh Gowariker, Satyajit Bhatkal
Director: Satyajit Bhatkal
A well-made documentary on Lagaan.

Not your regular paisa vasool fare.

Number of weeks: 3
BO Verdict: Flop

The review





Shikaar

Cast: Jas Pandher, Kanishka, Raj Babbar, Prem Chopra, Danny Denzongpa
Director: Darshan Bagga
Catchy music.

Contrived storyline.

Number of weeks: 3
BO Verdict: Flop





Deewaar

Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Kay Kay, Amrita Rao
Director: Milan Luthria
Amitabh Bachchan.

Logically challenged.

Number of weeks: 4
BO Verdict: Flop

The review





Lakshya

Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Preity Zinta, Om Puri, Boman Irani, Sushant Singh, Sharad S Kapoor
Director: Farhan Akhtar
Terrific acting, great direction, stunning visuals.

The film moves at a slow pace.

Number of weeks: 5
BO Verdict: Hit

The review





Raghu Romeo

Cast: Vijay Raaz, Sadiya Siddiqui, Saurabh Shukla, Maria Goretti
Director: Rajat Kapoor
Good performances, great humour. A gritty, well-directed film.

Niche audience.

Number of weeks: 5
BO Verdict: Flop

The review



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