'I had naively believed that for the rape-related crisis to be resolved, the young protestors would have walked along with the police, with the hope of eventually working out issues with the elected officials and the law enforcement personnel. The protest I participated in the morning was hijacked later in the afternoon by self-serving politicians and people who perhaps had other agendas to pursue,' Aseem Chhabra notes in this first person account of what happened.
'My heart skipped a beat as I saw myself on the giant screen. I have watched the film a few times since then. And I can still see my face in that brief shot, immortalised like the rest of the film.'
Aseem Chhabra feels Talaash is an intelligent film but falters towards the end.
Three very different kinds of Diwali songs from Bollywood films
Despite certain flaws the film is watchable.
For Aseem Chhabra Yash Chopra's last film, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, signals the end of an era in Bollywood.
Aseem Chhabra salutes legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra.
The character actor was flawless in over 200 films, but was given little opportunity to shine, mourns Aseem Chhabra.
The film is a good alternative to the blockbuster of the month, Ek Tha Tiger.
Rajan Khosa and Ankur Tewari tell us about what went into making the children's film, Gattu.
The man lived a life so grand, touched and entertained millions. He defined my early teenage years and in some ways who I am today. For that I will always be grateful to him, says Aseem Chhabra.
Beautiful shots, stunning music and rich performances make Trishna a pleasant watch, writes Aseem Chhabra
Rohit Shetty's Bol Bachchan reinforces the gay stereotype in Bollywood -- that gays are meant to be ridiculed and laughed at -- and is highly offensive.
Kshay has picked up quite a few awards at international film festivals. Yet, it saw a very limited release in India last week. Aseem Chhabra appeals to every filmgoer, who cares for good cinema, to watch this movie and support its kind.
The film is an utterly delightful and fresh take on the classic fairy tale -- Snow White.
Director Tigmanshu Dhulia takes us on a journey inside a world that few of us know.
Farhan Akhtar presents us a plot and script that is dull, almost boring.
'Dev Anand was the king of my generation -- Western in his sensibilities and very carefree. I was in love with those movies and the promise of the exciting world that they presented,' recalls Aseem Chhabra.
The film is whacky and mindless but hugely entertaining at the same time.
'I wish Ra.One had more of the evil character played by Arjun Rampal. I wish we could have seen some more sparks of evil from Kapoor. But Ra.One is mostly about Shah Rukh Khan.'
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