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The movie draws very strong performances from the three main characters Nasrudeen Shah, Rekha, and Anuradha Patel. This is an oft touched topic, and the story IS slightly off-beat for 'those times'. The melancholy that pervades the night at the train station and slow revelation about the character's past through flash backs are both done very neatly.
If you watch carefully, a lot of subtle attitudes and character sketch is done through very simple acts. Nasrudeen shah impatiently fiddles with the switch in the bathroom, he throws his towel carelessly and it falls down on the first try. Rekha walks and talks very slowly and is always pensive.
The songs should not have been there in the first place. It looked very odd for this otherwise good movie. I was completely mesmerized by the 'kavithas' that brace the episodes (especially with Anuradha Patel).
Since IMDb does not allow to write Hindi transliteration: a translation of one of them is
What to say of habits? Habit, it has become, for us to breathe. Habit, it has become, for us to live. We continue to live. and, We continue to live.
There are many many more.
If you watch carefully, a lot of subtle attitudes and character sketch is done through very simple acts. Nasrudeen shah impatiently fiddles with the switch in the bathroom, he throws his towel carelessly and it falls down on the first try. Rekha walks and talks very slowly and is always pensive.
The songs should not have been there in the first place. It looked very odd for this otherwise good movie. I was completely mesmerized by the 'kavithas' that brace the episodes (especially with Anuradha Patel).
Since IMDb does not allow to write Hindi transliteration: a translation of one of them is
What to say of habits? Habit, it has become, for us to breathe. Habit, it has become, for us to live. We continue to live. and, We continue to live.
There are many many more.
Rekha and Naseeruddin Shah star as Sudha and Mahinder, a separated couple who meet unexpectedly at a deserted railway station after years spent apart. The film follows their long conversation into the night and moves from present developments into flashbacks from the past as they recall together their days as a married couple and try to figure what went wrong with their relationship other than the impetuous Maya, Mahinder's past love whose reappearance was making Sudha highly insecure. This brings forth a whole world of new understnadings as they realise everything could have been different and what they had missed out on.
Ijaazat is a true slice of life - the story is affecting, and the emotional impact is haunting. Yes, the basics are somewhat similar to another classic by Gulzar, namely Aandhi, and Ijaazat is equally effective. This is just another superb piece of storytelling - a film that is subtle, realistic, poetic, and which manages to tug at the heartstrings in every turn as we always care about the characters, connect to them, and relate to their story. The conversational and serene narrative style might not appeal to everybody, but I found it highly engaging and was constantly captivated by the film's depth and development.
The film's stark realism is matched by extraordinarily realistic acting. The story is clearly written in Sudha's perspective, and Rekha, in one of her most nuanced and natural performances, does a highly convincing job of portraying her many shades. Hers is a true portrait of strength and maturity. Naseeruddin Shah can hardly go wrong and he is excellent in this compassionate performance. Without taking anything away from the effective work of the two leads, it is Anuradha Patel, in the role of the mysterious and spirited Maya, who gives the film its dramatic urgency and a great part of its poetic tone. Her amazing visage, including the melancholic glimmer of expectation in her expressive eyes, is a sight to behold. She is fascinating.
R. D. Burman's soundtrack for Ijaazat is one of my all-time favourite, and it gives life to the classic that this film already is. The songs are exceptionally composed and written, and their tunes and lyrics resonate in mind. Asha Bhosle, the only singer assigned to the score, is the voice of the film, and who could be a better choice if not her? Every number is performed to perfection, with Bhosle's sharp, soulful and divine voice making them much more impactive than they would have been had someone else sung them. The biggest achievement is their situational relevance within the story which enhances the narrative. "Katra Katra" and "Mera Kuchh Saaman", some of the greatest songs of Hindi music in my opinion, come at the right moments and give so much more meaning to the proceedings. Not to mention the closing gem "Chhoti Si Kahani Se" - oh what a maestro Burman was, and what a perfect and winning combination he formed with Gulzar and Bhosle - out of this world. Just like this film is.
Ijaazat is a true slice of life - the story is affecting, and the emotional impact is haunting. Yes, the basics are somewhat similar to another classic by Gulzar, namely Aandhi, and Ijaazat is equally effective. This is just another superb piece of storytelling - a film that is subtle, realistic, poetic, and which manages to tug at the heartstrings in every turn as we always care about the characters, connect to them, and relate to their story. The conversational and serene narrative style might not appeal to everybody, but I found it highly engaging and was constantly captivated by the film's depth and development.
The film's stark realism is matched by extraordinarily realistic acting. The story is clearly written in Sudha's perspective, and Rekha, in one of her most nuanced and natural performances, does a highly convincing job of portraying her many shades. Hers is a true portrait of strength and maturity. Naseeruddin Shah can hardly go wrong and he is excellent in this compassionate performance. Without taking anything away from the effective work of the two leads, it is Anuradha Patel, in the role of the mysterious and spirited Maya, who gives the film its dramatic urgency and a great part of its poetic tone. Her amazing visage, including the melancholic glimmer of expectation in her expressive eyes, is a sight to behold. She is fascinating.
R. D. Burman's soundtrack for Ijaazat is one of my all-time favourite, and it gives life to the classic that this film already is. The songs are exceptionally composed and written, and their tunes and lyrics resonate in mind. Asha Bhosle, the only singer assigned to the score, is the voice of the film, and who could be a better choice if not her? Every number is performed to perfection, with Bhosle's sharp, soulful and divine voice making them much more impactive than they would have been had someone else sung them. The biggest achievement is their situational relevance within the story which enhances the narrative. "Katra Katra" and "Mera Kuchh Saaman", some of the greatest songs of Hindi music in my opinion, come at the right moments and give so much more meaning to the proceedings. Not to mention the closing gem "Chhoti Si Kahani Se" - oh what a maestro Burman was, and what a perfect and winning combination he formed with Gulzar and Bhosle - out of this world. Just like this film is.
- Peter_Young
- Mar 3, 2021
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Gulzar is the best narrator of a story. While watching the movie, it was like i am listening to a bed-night story.
The screenplay is excellent. So are the performances. If u r a gulzar fan and u haven't seen this movie then what r u doing here, go watch it now. If u r not a gulzar fan, even then watch it.
The screenplay is excellent. So are the performances. If u r a gulzar fan and u haven't seen this movie then what r u doing here, go watch it now. If u r not a gulzar fan, even then watch it.
- praveenjalem
- Dec 7, 2001
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Gulzar's Ijaazat is easily the benchmark for Indian movies. The story, script and the surprise element in the movie is beyond comparison. The direction is superb with the added magic of mind blowing songs--music and lyrics. What I liked best about the movie is the passion displayed in the sophisticated style of Gulzar. The passion between Rekha and Naseerudin Shah and between Naseeruddin and Anuradha has been dealt with amazing finesse and sophistication. The song " Mera Kuch Saaman" is amazing in its rendition and also the perfect description of the situation between the protagonists.
The humor displayed by Naseeruddin in the scene when the couple are back from their honeymoon, on the flight when Rekha is a little upset with him and he says "Don't get off half way" says everything about Gulzar's immense talent to use subtle humor in every situation
The humor displayed by Naseeruddin in the scene when the couple are back from their honeymoon, on the flight when Rekha is a little upset with him and he says "Don't get off half way" says everything about Gulzar's immense talent to use subtle humor in every situation
- shireennoble
- Nov 23, 2004
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What is it about?
The story is a love triangle between Mahinder (Nasseruddin Shah), Sudha (Rekha) and Maya (Anuradha Patel). Mahinder is an ostensibly ordinary photographer. Sudha is his equally ordinary, understated and understanding wife. Maya is Mahinder's sensitive, enigmatic, complex and impetuous ex-girlfriend with an extraordinary gift of poetry.
When the film begins one night, we meet two of the three main characters- Mahinder and Sudha in the waiting room of a train station in the middle of nowhere while it rains relentlessly outside. It is immediately apparent to us that these two characters have shared something in the past as there is an unmistakable sense of familiarity and an edgy chemistry between them. Then, through a series of sporadic flashbacks, we are transported to the past where we find some answers to our questions
Mahinder was expected to marry his childhood friend Sudha but while he was away from home, he had fallen in love with Maya (titled so aptly as she would later play the 'other woman' and hence symbolizes selfish greed for the protagonist, Mahinder) and Mahinder confides in Sudha that he wants to get married to Maya. Circumstances however act against his wishes and Maya disappears and he, having thought that she had walked out on him (something which is never confirmed in the film), ends up marrying Sudha.
However his old house is where the more vivid memories of Maya can be found. Her flavor through the windows and her demons under the carpet; she is omnipresent- in the nooks, crannies, cobweb ridden closets and basements, her memories linger on and she lives on between Mahinder and Sudha like those articles of old furniture one develops a sentimental fixation for and hence, neither is ever discarded.
Long gone are the days when he used to revel in his reveries about her but some of the memories still linger on like the rain's aftermath. You know how the tumultuous waves of the capricious oceans return and bring to the shore an unmistakable sense of sweet sad Deja Vu and so, one can almost hear the patter of Maya's feet upon the antediluvian seashore of Mahi and Sudha's house. And the imprints made by the patter of her feet upon the frivolous sand of time and the echoes of which can still be heard in its corridors. They are part of a different dimension where time, space and place were of no consequence and they live on still, in the house of memories, ever so fraught with her undeniable presence
It is this state of turmoil that Mahinder finds himself to be in. He has to make a choice. Should he stay on with the sweet reality of Sudha or try to grab the beautiful, mirage like illusion of tempestual, blissful happiness in Maya? He opts for the latter and more self destructive path and then something happens which is not revealed till towards the end of the film
Why is it so good?
Ijaazat is simple, yet layered, subtle yet profound and overwhelmingly poetic. This is probably the best script/screenplay Gulzar has ever written. Every single dialog between the characters is worthy of interpretation, worthy of quiet listening. It makes you wonder, what was said, what was unsaid, what was implied, what was hidden, what was meant
I especially loved the way the characters are written and developed. Its hard not to empathize with all three of them. Everyone has given a brilliant performance. Through simple acts like hanging a towel, combing one's hair, fiddling with a light switch; character motivations are brought forth in a stunningly unique and beautifully subtle way. The dialogs are scattered with poetic verses that are both pleasant and profound. Some examples-
Sudha: "Kya Ghar Abhi Bji Wahi Hain" Mahinder: "WAHI Toh Kuch Nahin Raha Par Haan, Hai WAHEEN, Usi Jagah" & Mahinder: "Yeh Duniya Bhi Toh Ek Waiting Room Hi Hai"
Ijaazat .A remarkable story of two lovers whose love story was incomplete A movie about love- lost, found and lost again. Poignantly poetic and tremendously metaphoric with allusions of the concept of a Waiting room and the illusions of Maya, Ijaazat has a classic absorbing story, stunning performances, outstanding poetry & beautiful rhythmic music.
The passion between Rekha and Naseerudin Shah and between Naseeruddin and Anuradha has been dealt with amazing finesse and sophistication. The songs " Mera Kuch Saaman" and 'Katra Katra' are amazing in its rendition and also the perfect embodiments of the situation between the protagonists.
Someone rightly said that he film takes off from the moist surreal world of olive branches dripping with Gulzaresque poetry and goes right into the hearts of the characters. The film sees them all- the pure and serene Sudha, an unsolvable cipher like Maya and the tragic Mahinder- through a beautiful albeit maudlin prism. This is a kind of lost love in the true sense of the world. Not only was their love incomplete in the film but more broadly, this movie is also representative of a time bygone, an innocence lost. The heart just doesn't beat anymore nowadays like it used to in the environs of films like these. Back in the days when the pace was slower, the skies bluer, and there was still some magic left in the innocent charms and affairs of the resplendent heart.
Ijaazat is an unusual and ingenuous movie in the sense that it sees sophisticated poetry in the most ordinary situations, lives and events. An affair to remember . indeed!
The story is a love triangle between Mahinder (Nasseruddin Shah), Sudha (Rekha) and Maya (Anuradha Patel). Mahinder is an ostensibly ordinary photographer. Sudha is his equally ordinary, understated and understanding wife. Maya is Mahinder's sensitive, enigmatic, complex and impetuous ex-girlfriend with an extraordinary gift of poetry.
When the film begins one night, we meet two of the three main characters- Mahinder and Sudha in the waiting room of a train station in the middle of nowhere while it rains relentlessly outside. It is immediately apparent to us that these two characters have shared something in the past as there is an unmistakable sense of familiarity and an edgy chemistry between them. Then, through a series of sporadic flashbacks, we are transported to the past where we find some answers to our questions
Mahinder was expected to marry his childhood friend Sudha but while he was away from home, he had fallen in love with Maya (titled so aptly as she would later play the 'other woman' and hence symbolizes selfish greed for the protagonist, Mahinder) and Mahinder confides in Sudha that he wants to get married to Maya. Circumstances however act against his wishes and Maya disappears and he, having thought that she had walked out on him (something which is never confirmed in the film), ends up marrying Sudha.
However his old house is where the more vivid memories of Maya can be found. Her flavor through the windows and her demons under the carpet; she is omnipresent- in the nooks, crannies, cobweb ridden closets and basements, her memories linger on and she lives on between Mahinder and Sudha like those articles of old furniture one develops a sentimental fixation for and hence, neither is ever discarded.
Long gone are the days when he used to revel in his reveries about her but some of the memories still linger on like the rain's aftermath. You know how the tumultuous waves of the capricious oceans return and bring to the shore an unmistakable sense of sweet sad Deja Vu and so, one can almost hear the patter of Maya's feet upon the antediluvian seashore of Mahi and Sudha's house. And the imprints made by the patter of her feet upon the frivolous sand of time and the echoes of which can still be heard in its corridors. They are part of a different dimension where time, space and place were of no consequence and they live on still, in the house of memories, ever so fraught with her undeniable presence
It is this state of turmoil that Mahinder finds himself to be in. He has to make a choice. Should he stay on with the sweet reality of Sudha or try to grab the beautiful, mirage like illusion of tempestual, blissful happiness in Maya? He opts for the latter and more self destructive path and then something happens which is not revealed till towards the end of the film
Why is it so good?
Ijaazat is simple, yet layered, subtle yet profound and overwhelmingly poetic. This is probably the best script/screenplay Gulzar has ever written. Every single dialog between the characters is worthy of interpretation, worthy of quiet listening. It makes you wonder, what was said, what was unsaid, what was implied, what was hidden, what was meant
I especially loved the way the characters are written and developed. Its hard not to empathize with all three of them. Everyone has given a brilliant performance. Through simple acts like hanging a towel, combing one's hair, fiddling with a light switch; character motivations are brought forth in a stunningly unique and beautifully subtle way. The dialogs are scattered with poetic verses that are both pleasant and profound. Some examples-
Sudha: "Kya Ghar Abhi Bji Wahi Hain" Mahinder: "WAHI Toh Kuch Nahin Raha Par Haan, Hai WAHEEN, Usi Jagah" & Mahinder: "Yeh Duniya Bhi Toh Ek Waiting Room Hi Hai"
Ijaazat .A remarkable story of two lovers whose love story was incomplete A movie about love- lost, found and lost again. Poignantly poetic and tremendously metaphoric with allusions of the concept of a Waiting room and the illusions of Maya, Ijaazat has a classic absorbing story, stunning performances, outstanding poetry & beautiful rhythmic music.
The passion between Rekha and Naseerudin Shah and between Naseeruddin and Anuradha has been dealt with amazing finesse and sophistication. The songs " Mera Kuch Saaman" and 'Katra Katra' are amazing in its rendition and also the perfect embodiments of the situation between the protagonists.
Someone rightly said that he film takes off from the moist surreal world of olive branches dripping with Gulzaresque poetry and goes right into the hearts of the characters. The film sees them all- the pure and serene Sudha, an unsolvable cipher like Maya and the tragic Mahinder- through a beautiful albeit maudlin prism. This is a kind of lost love in the true sense of the world. Not only was their love incomplete in the film but more broadly, this movie is also representative of a time bygone, an innocence lost. The heart just doesn't beat anymore nowadays like it used to in the environs of films like these. Back in the days when the pace was slower, the skies bluer, and there was still some magic left in the innocent charms and affairs of the resplendent heart.
Ijaazat is an unusual and ingenuous movie in the sense that it sees sophisticated poetry in the most ordinary situations, lives and events. An affair to remember . indeed!
- kunalsen_7684
- Apr 23, 2007
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ijaazat is gulzar at its best. the film takes off from the moist surreal world of dripping branches with panchamda's out of this world music right into the heart of the characters. this kind of love we have left behind in the last century, when the world was slower, the skies more blue and there was still some magic left in the affairs of the heart. thoroughly enjoyble, be prepared to give in to feelings you never knew to exist within you. nasiruddin, rekha are in the performances of their lives and anuradha, you can't help falling in love with her. the music deserves special mention, panchamda finally created something to allow aashaji to come out of the legendary shadows of her sister.
I suggest this movie for all those people who are or were in love at some point in time in their lives.
This is Gulzar at his best.
Naseeruddin, Rekha and Anuradha Patel have done a splendid job with Panchamda's music providing the icing on the cake.
This is Gulzar at his best.
Naseeruddin, Rekha and Anuradha Patel have done a splendid job with Panchamda's music providing the icing on the cake.
- venkatdesai
- Mar 27, 2000
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Great plot. Great acting. Lots of symbolism. Really well filmed for its time. Some of my favorite songs. This isn't your usual Hindi movie. It doesn't have an elaborate set. No dance scenes, much less elaborate ones. It doesn't have a huge cast. If you like this try the others by this director.
One of the most touching love stories which leaves the heart yearning for more to see the love tangle....with an ultimate solution!The song MERA KUCHH SAMAAN PADA HAI reveals the cravings of a young heart.Definitely a must see movie.Nassiruddin shah has been to the very peak of a hidden but sincere relationship.His self control is witness to his character and this bears testimony of an undaunted personality.It is a rare love storey in itself.I wonder if I can venture to establish a parallel with the movie MASOOM where again NASSIRUDDIN SHAH succeeds in revealing an outstanding personality of his own as a lover and then as that of a caring husband.Rekha is as usual the very epitome of a devoted wife but careful!no bargain no sharing can be allowed or tolerated if this may someday endanger the very conjugal happiness.Both REKHA and Nassirudin Shah have had the execellence of expression through their performance.Coming out of the theatre the spectators must have definitely felt the lump in their throat.
- deepaknobeen
- Jun 9, 2005
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I just watched this movie. First of all the acting from the protagonist (Naseer) was incredible. Good to see Rekha pairing with him. All praise to the director Gulzar the movie is above average not doubt about it. One point I think most of the viewer must have noticed the augmentation of characters according to theater respective scale for example Shammi Kpoor(As dadoo) reciting Sanskrit shlokas, this all creates the magic which blends best with the main story. Well paced well maintained movie. Though movie is not for sheer entertainment and at same time it doesn't pass any social message(?), still it attracts and will catch your eyeballs. Though, I didn't like the ending.
- avilavate123
- Sep 1, 2010
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'Ijaazat' was like a remarkable anthology full of beautiful poetry. There are some wonderful poetry recited by the actors but the film itself is a colourful poem: the characters, the music, the story...all poetry. Directed by a poet himself, Gulzar, takes us into a journey of complex emotions of complex people.
Gulzar starts his movie with a view of beautiful landscapes and a passionate song sung by the legendary Asha Bhosle. After that, we see Nasseeruddin stepping out of the train while we hear torrential rain in the background. Here he meets Rekha and then, as flashbacks, we see their story.
Mahinder (Naseeruddin Shah), a young photographer, is madly in love with the wild and impulsive Maya (Anuradha Patel). However, his marriage has been arranged (by his grandfather) with his childhood friend Sudha (Rekha). He confides in Sudha and tells her the truth. Sudha advises him to speak to his grandfather and arrange for Maya to meet him. All of a sudden Maya leaves. Things don't work out as expected and Mahinder decides to marry Sudha. The couple seem to be happy in their marriage yet they're both trying to deal with Maya. Sudha, trying to deal with the fact that Mahinder still has strong feelings for her and Mahinder, dealing with his feelings and with the fact that Maya is the past. Maya appears every contacts every now and then. Sudha tries to accept things the way they are but the more time she spends with Mahinder, the more difficult it gets.
All the songs are beautifully song by Asha Bhosle, giving life to the poem this movie is and then Maya's poems which add to the intriguing mystery of the character and her relationship with Mahinder. Anuradha Patel as the mysterious Maya is brilliant. Her facial expressions (especially with her eyes) are amazing. As Maya herself is heartbroken that because of her own impulsiveness she lost Mahinder, she tries to prevent herself from reaching out to Mahinder but can't help herself from contacting him.
Rekha is amazing as the strong but also vulnerable Sudha. She plays her part subtly and manages to convey a lot by her presence alone. This is a fine example of how subtle acting stands out. Sudha gradually sees hope that she'll have a happy marriage until she soon comes to terms with the fact that Maya will always stand between them.
Only an actor like Nasseeruddin Shah can do justice to a character like Mahinder. He's excellent as the helpless man torn between two women. His scenes with both Anuradha and Rekha are examples of how fine acting and a display of a quiet but powerful chemistry.
'Ijaazat' is Gulzar's poem which he beautifully recites. It's a poem about three lives. It's a poem that reflects life...
Gulzar starts his movie with a view of beautiful landscapes and a passionate song sung by the legendary Asha Bhosle. After that, we see Nasseeruddin stepping out of the train while we hear torrential rain in the background. Here he meets Rekha and then, as flashbacks, we see their story.
Mahinder (Naseeruddin Shah), a young photographer, is madly in love with the wild and impulsive Maya (Anuradha Patel). However, his marriage has been arranged (by his grandfather) with his childhood friend Sudha (Rekha). He confides in Sudha and tells her the truth. Sudha advises him to speak to his grandfather and arrange for Maya to meet him. All of a sudden Maya leaves. Things don't work out as expected and Mahinder decides to marry Sudha. The couple seem to be happy in their marriage yet they're both trying to deal with Maya. Sudha, trying to deal with the fact that Mahinder still has strong feelings for her and Mahinder, dealing with his feelings and with the fact that Maya is the past. Maya appears every contacts every now and then. Sudha tries to accept things the way they are but the more time she spends with Mahinder, the more difficult it gets.
All the songs are beautifully song by Asha Bhosle, giving life to the poem this movie is and then Maya's poems which add to the intriguing mystery of the character and her relationship with Mahinder. Anuradha Patel as the mysterious Maya is brilliant. Her facial expressions (especially with her eyes) are amazing. As Maya herself is heartbroken that because of her own impulsiveness she lost Mahinder, she tries to prevent herself from reaching out to Mahinder but can't help herself from contacting him.
Rekha is amazing as the strong but also vulnerable Sudha. She plays her part subtly and manages to convey a lot by her presence alone. This is a fine example of how subtle acting stands out. Sudha gradually sees hope that she'll have a happy marriage until she soon comes to terms with the fact that Maya will always stand between them.
Only an actor like Nasseeruddin Shah can do justice to a character like Mahinder. He's excellent as the helpless man torn between two women. His scenes with both Anuradha and Rekha are examples of how fine acting and a display of a quiet but powerful chemistry.
'Ijaazat' is Gulzar's poem which he beautifully recites. It's a poem about three lives. It's a poem that reflects life...
- Chrysanthepop
- May 21, 2007
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- pyasa-sajal
- Jul 14, 2008
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This is the way of making a good movie . Everything about this movie is excellent !!! The movie is directed by Gulzar . He's a master in this craft . His screenplay makes you feel as if you watching a poetry on celluloid . Cinematography is great , you're not just watching a motion picture but feeling each and every frame of it . Editing is sharp . Music by R.D.Burmun and lyrics by Gulzar are just great !!! Every song is special . But the pillar of this film is the acting by lead actors !!! Naseeruddin is great as usual , Rekha is just awesome and Anuradha is also great !!! It's a must watch !!!! It's not just a movie , It's poetry on celluloid !!!!!
- ganeshpawar-94
- May 23, 2013
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The movie deals with love story. But in a very different sense.
Mahinder (Nasir) is in love with Maya (Anuradha Patel). His family has formally engaged him to Sudha (Rekha). He confides in Sudha that he loves Maya and Sudha lets him go. But now Maya has somehow walked away from his life. No reason mentioned here but in later half one gets a feeling that Maya does have some psychological problem with the kinds of act she does. Mahinder walks back to his family and marries Sudha.
Mahinder still cannot forget Maya. Sudha understands this fact and does not force Mahinder into anything. This understanding of her makes Mahinder love Sudha in a different way. Time passes and one fine day Maya arrives and calls up Mahinder congratulating him for his marriage. Mahinder tries to be aloof from her. This shows that slowly but surely Mahinder now loves Sudha. But Maya tries to commit suicide and Mahinder comes near to Maya just to comfort her and make her understand that he now belongs to Sudha.
With growing closeness of Mahinder and Maya, now Sudha thinks that she is coming in their way of love. She walks away from their life and Mahinder just can't bear her separation. He tries a lot to bring her back and today he has met her accidentally. The whole story above is in flashback, where today Mahinder and Sudha have met each other in a railway waiting room. The truth which Mahinder and Sudha disclose to each other as what happened when they were separated for this period is something which leaves the viewers stunned till the end.
What a depiction of love story!!! Mahinder is torn apart by the sacrifices of the two females where for that matter the females wanted happiness for him. Gulzar has woven this tale of love with beautiful poetic verses. The actors have given their excellent romantically emotional expressions. I don't remember Nasir and Rekha in any other movie and here their chemistry blends so brilliantly. This fits very well with the classy music of R.D. Burman.
If one adores deeply rooted love stories, this one is not worth missing.
Mahinder (Nasir) is in love with Maya (Anuradha Patel). His family has formally engaged him to Sudha (Rekha). He confides in Sudha that he loves Maya and Sudha lets him go. But now Maya has somehow walked away from his life. No reason mentioned here but in later half one gets a feeling that Maya does have some psychological problem with the kinds of act she does. Mahinder walks back to his family and marries Sudha.
Mahinder still cannot forget Maya. Sudha understands this fact and does not force Mahinder into anything. This understanding of her makes Mahinder love Sudha in a different way. Time passes and one fine day Maya arrives and calls up Mahinder congratulating him for his marriage. Mahinder tries to be aloof from her. This shows that slowly but surely Mahinder now loves Sudha. But Maya tries to commit suicide and Mahinder comes near to Maya just to comfort her and make her understand that he now belongs to Sudha.
With growing closeness of Mahinder and Maya, now Sudha thinks that she is coming in their way of love. She walks away from their life and Mahinder just can't bear her separation. He tries a lot to bring her back and today he has met her accidentally. The whole story above is in flashback, where today Mahinder and Sudha have met each other in a railway waiting room. The truth which Mahinder and Sudha disclose to each other as what happened when they were separated for this period is something which leaves the viewers stunned till the end.
What a depiction of love story!!! Mahinder is torn apart by the sacrifices of the two females where for that matter the females wanted happiness for him. Gulzar has woven this tale of love with beautiful poetic verses. The actors have given their excellent romantically emotional expressions. I don't remember Nasir and Rekha in any other movie and here their chemistry blends so brilliantly. This fits very well with the classy music of R.D. Burman.
If one adores deeply rooted love stories, this one is not worth missing.
- shailu_nonstop
- Dec 15, 2010
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Just watched this masterpiece from Gulzar and fell in love with him, his narration, timing of the flashbacks and the way he puts it all together....Each dialogue carefully chosen and crafted, sheer poetry, GEM of a movie...!
More than brilliant performances from the lead actors Naseeruddin Shah, Rekha and Anuradha Patel...and Shammi Kapoor's short role add a much needed mystical touch too...
And "Katra Katra" and "Mera Kuch Samaan", I do not know of any other songs which had so much impact in a story line...Who says songs do not fit in a movie especially when you have 3 magicians - RDB, Gulzar & Asha to create something like this...!
Still so fresh and needless to say this movie was much ahead of the time it was released...
More than brilliant performances from the lead actors Naseeruddin Shah, Rekha and Anuradha Patel...and Shammi Kapoor's short role add a much needed mystical touch too...
And "Katra Katra" and "Mera Kuch Samaan", I do not know of any other songs which had so much impact in a story line...Who says songs do not fit in a movie especially when you have 3 magicians - RDB, Gulzar & Asha to create something like this...!
Still so fresh and needless to say this movie was much ahead of the time it was released...
- ajayjayaraj
- Aug 27, 2011
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Very mature for its time! Suspense till the end. Can watch any number of time. All the actors are fantastic. Excellent songs... Gulzar at its best! Flashback mixed beautifully with present. One of my all time favorite... will rate 10 out of 10 Do NOT miss it!
Very mature for its time, can watch any number of time. Suspense till the end. All the actors are fantastic. Excellent songs... RD at its best! Flashback mixed beautifully with present. One of my all time favorite... will rate 10 out of 10, do NOT miss it!
Very mature for its time! Suspense till the end. Can watch any number of time. All the actors are fantastic. Excellent songs... Gulzar at its best! Flashback mixed beautifully with present. One of my all time favorite... will rate 10 out of 10 Do NOT miss it!
Very mature for its time, can watch any number of time. Suspense till the end. All the actors are fantastic. Excellent songs... RD at its best! Flashback mixed beautifully with present. One of my all time favorite... will rate 10 out of 10, do NOT miss it!
Very mature for its time! Suspense till the end. Can watch any number of time. All the actors are fantastic. Excellent songs... Gulzar at its best! Flashback mixed beautifully with present. One of my all time favorite... will rate 10 out of 10 Do NOT miss it!
- rkagarwal03
- Dec 11, 2010
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I saw this film whilst on a flight to Amritsar. I simply saw it because it was a Gulzar directed film, and it had Naseerudin Shah in it. I love the no frills portrayal of actual human beings. There are two sides to everything in real life. I saw it again on my return flight ! And I love the Asha Bhonsle song, "mera kuch saman tum hare pass hai". Beautiful. I use to love those earlier films, with R.D.Burman's music, and Gulzar's lyrics. The twist near the end is phenomenal. To think this film is about, in real time, one whole rainy night in a train station ! It contains, Gulzar's classic trademarks, from his other films, eg the flashback technique, meaningful story/theme, and has songs so its still a middle ground mild masala and art type film.
- pindersingh
- May 29, 2007
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I have always appreciated movies that depict true human relationships and emotions, and Gulzar is one of the best at bringing these elements to the big screen. Although some people may consider flashbacks to be a thing of the past, Gulzar uses them so beautifully that even after almost 25 years, I cannot recall any other movie that blends the past and present as seamlessly as he does - it's his signature style.
I have watched all of Gulzar's films, and I believe that Ijaazat stands out the most. Rekha, who is a talented actress with both beauty and brains, does an incredible job in this complex role. I cannot imagine anyone else playing this character - only Rekha could have pulled it off so well. The way she portrays the role of a mature wife who keeps her home a HOME is simply remarkable. She has some beautiful dialogues, such as "aadate bhi chali jati hai, adhikar nahi jate," which are delivered so wonderfully in the film.
There are so many things in the movie that I could write about, but one of the standout features is Naseer's perfect portrayal of his role. You can truly feel that he is in love with both women, and this emotional attraction between the characters is what sets this film apart from others in Hindi cinema. The movie's locations, such as Mahinder's house and Sudha's house, are beautifully shot and add to the film's overall charm.
The only regret I have is the quality of the print, which has no clarity and makes it difficult to watch nowadays. However, I strongly believe that some filmmakers should never stop making films, and Gulzar is one of them. This timeless classic will be appreciated more and more by future generations, and it's a shame that more movies like this are not being made today.
I have watched all of Gulzar's films, and I believe that Ijaazat stands out the most. Rekha, who is a talented actress with both beauty and brains, does an incredible job in this complex role. I cannot imagine anyone else playing this character - only Rekha could have pulled it off so well. The way she portrays the role of a mature wife who keeps her home a HOME is simply remarkable. She has some beautiful dialogues, such as "aadate bhi chali jati hai, adhikar nahi jate," which are delivered so wonderfully in the film.
There are so many things in the movie that I could write about, but one of the standout features is Naseer's perfect portrayal of his role. You can truly feel that he is in love with both women, and this emotional attraction between the characters is what sets this film apart from others in Hindi cinema. The movie's locations, such as Mahinder's house and Sudha's house, are beautifully shot and add to the film's overall charm.
The only regret I have is the quality of the print, which has no clarity and makes it difficult to watch nowadays. However, I strongly believe that some filmmakers should never stop making films, and Gulzar is one of them. This timeless classic will be appreciated more and more by future generations, and it's a shame that more movies like this are not being made today.
- DryIceProductionS
- May 7, 2011
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Ijaazat has a very real and wonderful story with absolutely excellent performances by Rekha and Naseeruddin Shah, and superb direction by Gulzar. This film is highly recommended. One wonders where such talent lies today, films like this keep one living in the glorious past of Indian cinema.
Ijaazat is a very beautiful film in terms of moments yet emotional in terms of story. Naseeruddin Shah shared such beautiful chemistry with Rekha & Anuradha Patel. The conversation scenes between Rekha and Shah are the best moments of the film.
Music & lyrics are another plus point of this film. Songs will be there with you after finishing the film specially 'Chhoti Si Kahani Se' & 'Mera Kuchh Saamaan'. This won two National Film Awards in the music category. If you love romantic movies then you should watch Ijaazat.
Available on Youtube & MX Player.
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Music & lyrics are another plus point of this film. Songs will be there with you after finishing the film specially 'Chhoti Si Kahani Se' & 'Mera Kuchh Saamaan'. This won two National Film Awards in the music category. If you love romantic movies then you should watch Ijaazat.
Available on Youtube & MX Player.
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- MandalBros-5
- Apr 3, 2021
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This is one of the best movies that I have seen. The character Maya is slightly eccentric but still exudes innocence and childlike qualities, Excellently performed by the actress. I cannot give anything less then 10 to this movie.
No one can watch this movie and not feel inner turmoil. The characters played by naseer and rekha are splendid and infallible. The songs are very very good and feels fresh every time I listen to them.
Overall it is a must watch movie as it is one of the few movies that could be termed as timeless classics.
Every art loving person should watch the movie for its artistic value.
No one can watch this movie and not feel inner turmoil. The characters played by naseer and rekha are splendid and infallible. The songs are very very good and feels fresh every time I listen to them.
Overall it is a must watch movie as it is one of the few movies that could be termed as timeless classics.
Every art loving person should watch the movie for its artistic value.
- driptuprada
- Aug 22, 2014
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Although I watched the movie 33 years after it's release , it never felt like it is over three decades old. Such was the class and representation that sadly we don't get to see in the contemporary Indian cinema.
The movie is based on Subodh Ghosh's novel 'Jatugriho', which was already been adapted into a Bengali movie by the same name. But here Gulzar brought to life a beautifully and intricately woven story dealing with complex human relationship in a way it has never been portrayed before.
Not very often one would come across such a movie which despite having a Tragic genre makes you celebrate it's brilliance and enjoy some light moments of humor, witty dialogues and passionate acting from all the lead actors.
A good story will never imply and force the audience to like or hate the characters, instead it will put forth the good qualities and flaws that it innate in all human beings and let the audience decide. This movie is the prime example.
At the beginning one would find Maya a sort of an antagonist who is set to destroy the happy married life of two individuals. But as the film progresses it slowly pans into her personality and brings out how she is no different than any other human being who decries the social stigma and prejudices of the society mostly because she has witnessed them first-hand. How Sudha being a typical possessive, loving and dedicated wife finds it hard to accept her husband associated with another woman. And finally we have Mahen who despite being true to his wife finds it difficult to appease his guilt and to some extent desire for Maya. The story evolves around these three characters who struggles through their battle of attachments and detachments.
The cinematography, the acting, the subtle symbolism and syllogism, the dialogues competes with the brilliant music and lyrics. There might only be a very handful of songs if not none in the entire Indian Cinema which managed to bring out the feelings and emotions of a situation like "Mera Kuch Saaman" did.
While on screen it was the brilliance of Naseeruddin, Rekha and Anuradha, it was the trio of Gulzar-RD Burman and Asha Bhosle behind the scenes that managed to create one of the most complete movie in Indian Cinema that will live through the ages.
The movie is based on Subodh Ghosh's novel 'Jatugriho', which was already been adapted into a Bengali movie by the same name. But here Gulzar brought to life a beautifully and intricately woven story dealing with complex human relationship in a way it has never been portrayed before.
Not very often one would come across such a movie which despite having a Tragic genre makes you celebrate it's brilliance and enjoy some light moments of humor, witty dialogues and passionate acting from all the lead actors.
A good story will never imply and force the audience to like or hate the characters, instead it will put forth the good qualities and flaws that it innate in all human beings and let the audience decide. This movie is the prime example.
At the beginning one would find Maya a sort of an antagonist who is set to destroy the happy married life of two individuals. But as the film progresses it slowly pans into her personality and brings out how she is no different than any other human being who decries the social stigma and prejudices of the society mostly because she has witnessed them first-hand. How Sudha being a typical possessive, loving and dedicated wife finds it hard to accept her husband associated with another woman. And finally we have Mahen who despite being true to his wife finds it difficult to appease his guilt and to some extent desire for Maya. The story evolves around these three characters who struggles through their battle of attachments and detachments.
The cinematography, the acting, the subtle symbolism and syllogism, the dialogues competes with the brilliant music and lyrics. There might only be a very handful of songs if not none in the entire Indian Cinema which managed to bring out the feelings and emotions of a situation like "Mera Kuch Saaman" did.
While on screen it was the brilliance of Naseeruddin, Rekha and Anuradha, it was the trio of Gulzar-RD Burman and Asha Bhosle behind the scenes that managed to create one of the most complete movie in Indian Cinema that will live through the ages.
This movie itself was sheer poetry. I had never even heard about this movie until someone brought it up to me recently. I don't understand how Bollywood fails to give recognition to such films while commercialized movies are often brought up even today. This movie has brought to light exactly how complicated relationships can be, and how important communication can be in a relationship.
There is subtlety in every aspect. The story itself is so beautiful and the premise is wonderful. The flashback method of storytelling is used very effectively and the editing must be mentioned here. Coming to the acting and direction, there is not enough praise I can put here. This is so, so poignant. Naseeruddin Shah is so good in his role. His helplessness in the complicated situation is so subtly put forward. Not at any time can you vilify his character, in fact not a single character can be said to be a villain in this film. No single person was at fault and yet this whole situation became frustratingly complicated. Rekha is also very good in her portrayal of the wife, caught up in a horrid situation. She doesn't become too melodramatic, and you genuinely end up feeling for her, as well as Anuradha Patel's character.
This movie feels like poetry in motion. A gem.
There is subtlety in every aspect. The story itself is so beautiful and the premise is wonderful. The flashback method of storytelling is used very effectively and the editing must be mentioned here. Coming to the acting and direction, there is not enough praise I can put here. This is so, so poignant. Naseeruddin Shah is so good in his role. His helplessness in the complicated situation is so subtly put forward. Not at any time can you vilify his character, in fact not a single character can be said to be a villain in this film. No single person was at fault and yet this whole situation became frustratingly complicated. Rekha is also very good in her portrayal of the wife, caught up in a horrid situation. She doesn't become too melodramatic, and you genuinely end up feeling for her, as well as Anuradha Patel's character.
This movie feels like poetry in motion. A gem.