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8 x 10 Tasveer

  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • 2h 2m
IMDb RATING
5.5/10
6.3K
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Akshay Kumar in 8 x 10 Tasveer (2009)
A forest ranger with the ability to visit the past by looking at photographs attempts to solve the mystery behind his father's sudden death.
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A forest ranger with the ability to visit the past by looking at photographs attempts to solve the mystery behind his father's sudden death.A forest ranger with the ability to visit the past by looking at photographs attempts to solve the mystery behind his father's sudden death.A forest ranger with the ability to visit the past by looking at photographs attempts to solve the mystery behind his father's sudden death.

  • Director
    • Nagesh Kukunoor
  • Writers
    • Bohemia
    • Nagesh Kukunoor
    • Sameer
  • Stars
    • Akshay Kumar
    • Ayesha Takia
    • Jaaved Jaaferi
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.5/10
    6.3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Nagesh Kukunoor
    • Writers
      • Bohemia
      • Nagesh Kukunoor
      • Sameer
    • Stars
      • Akshay Kumar
      • Ayesha Takia
      • Jaaved Jaaferi
    • 41User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination total

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    Akshay Kumar
    Akshay Kumar
    • Jai J. Puri…
    Ayesha Takia
    Ayesha Takia
    • Sheila Patel
    • (as Ayesha Takia Azmi)
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    Jaaved Jaaferi
    • Habibullah 'Happi' Pasha
    • (as Javed Jaffrey)
    Girish Karnad
    Girish Karnad
    • Advocate Anil Sharma
    Ananth Mahadevan
    Ananth Mahadevan
    • Sundar Puri
    • (as Anant Mahadevan)
    Benjamin Gilani
    Benjamin Gilani
    • Jatin Puri
    John Sampson
    • Banff Ranger John
    Rushad Rana
    Rushad Rana
    • Adit
    Sharmila Tagore
    Sharmila Tagore
    • Savitri
    Uttara Baokar
    • Bibiji
    Pia Shah
    Pia Shah
    • Sally Kohli
    Smita Hai
    • Sonya
    Wendy Lumby
    Wendy Lumby
    • Restaurant Patron
    Fran McKay
    • Emily
    Caryn Pitcher
    • Ranger Cathy
    Andrea Tully
    • Andy Bourdain
    • Director
      • Nagesh Kukunoor
    • Writers
      • Bohemia
      • Nagesh Kukunoor
      • Sameer
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    User reviews41

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    8designercandlesu

    Why such poor rating? An underrated movie. Sure to watch

    What a good movie. Well acted, good suspense, keeps you guessing. Yes a bit on the supernatural but that's the fun! Ignore negative reviews, give it a go!
    8knokin

    Quite a respectable whodunit/thriller (don't be guided by the cover description)

    This is set in Canada where Akshay Kumar plays a Park Ranger. It seems he has a small psychic ability among his skills. On occasion he can gaze into a photo and drop into trance briefly where he is able to see what happened about the time the photo was taken. He doesn't do this often as it taxes him physically. His father drowns apparently from a heart attack but a former policeman who knew the father believes it was murder. A photo has been taken just prior to the drowning. The Akshay character then goes into the photo a number of times seeking the perspective of each person in the photo at the time. I hadn't been sure about getting it. The cover photo is very dark and references to it make it sound quite violent. Actually we found it was no more troubling than an episode of 'Midsommer Murders'. In fact there are a few more murders after Dad goes down but they are circumspect and not graphic. The description on the back of the DVD didn't even seemed to match the plot of the movie: almost like we'd got a heavily edited version or different one. The emphasis was on the supernatural but really a bit of going into a photo is pretty minor 'supernatural". It says he can touch the past of dead people by touching something belonging to them BUT THAT WASN'T IN THE MOVIE- all he could do was the photo-trance thing! (this wasn't the only inconsistency) The Indian reviewers found the movie left a few questions, and described the revelation of who had done it as 'shocking". We agreed with that we queried some of the plot at the end but not enough to ruin it by any means. Nor were we at all shocked by the revelation of the killer. It isn't a song & dance Bollywood nor is it art-house. The music is in the background. Canada looked picturesque and the plot unfolded at a good pace. Akshay Kumar did a fine job with the character (and we wish he'd skip comedy and stick with straighter movies.) They flirted for a moment with adding a silly side to the former policeman that wasn't necessary but otherwise everyone acted well. This is a movie that didn't do well in India and has received mixed responses) perhaps because it is more Western) but was quite a watchable and respectable thriller/whodunit. There is suspense but it isn't scary, dark or violent.
    8najamfzl

    A must watch Thriller

    From this year, I have observed that the Hindi cinema is taking a new leaf, more realistic, strong scripted and less dreamy story line, all in all its good to watch some really good movies in 2009. Way to go Bollywood.....Coming to the movie, from the start it will take you inside more deeply with every scene and your mind starts to think what could be the end? I definitely say the direction is way too good and every time he goes into the picture, you urge for one more second to find out the suspense. However, the sound effects could be better.

    Akshay has done a fantastic job i think he should have to look forward for some serious roles and just have to take a step back from his comedy stature. Javaid has fulfilled the character requirement and the rest are good. Ayesha Takia was'nt of much impact in her role. The movie is a good way to spend a Saturday night and believe me you will enjoy.
    7Pratik112

    Worth Watching At least once.

    A thriller that will keep one glued to the seat all the way through as it revolves around a man who has the ability to see the past and he uses it to help others, even though it can kill him.

    Starring Akshaye Kumar, Ayesha Takia, Girish Karnad, Sharmila Tagore, Anant Mahadevan, Javed Jaffrey, Pia Shah, Benjamin Gilani, Uttara Baokar and Rushad Rana, this thriller genre movie is directed and written by Nagesh Kukunoor.

    Akshaye in such genre movies is always good and he has performed well but I must say that some are beginning to find his style a bit of a bore and he should not just stick to similar roles – he is capable of doing other roles and he should do them. Surprisingly, his co – star, Ayesha Takia, who I did not like in her previous movies, "De Taali" and "Sunday," has also performed well as was Javed Jaffrey, who has gone on to perform tremendously well after "Salaam Namaste" and also performed well in "Dhamaal." But what really made it better for me was to see two favourite actors of mine – Sharmila Tagore and Girish Karnad after such a long time. Director Nagesh Kukunoor has also done a good job of this and more so since this is his first thriller genre movie, though he was suppose to direct a movie based on the life of the late playback singer Kishore Kumar. However, I get the feeling that this has been shelved and it would be rather sad, not just because of me, being a fan of Kishore Kumar, but also having watched "K for Kishore" and knowing the amount of time that Nagesh Kukunoor must have spent on the sets listening to the participants and making comments, must have made it difficult for him.

    The cinematography and especially the underwater sequence were breath taking and this will make one want to know what is going to happen next. The only negative side to this is that sometimes its quite predictable. On the whole, it is a movie that is worth watching.
    shmsndr8

    A different thriller that will keep you on the edge of the seat

    Jai (Akshay Kumar) is a Canadian forest officer with an ability to see the past through photographs. When his father gets killed in a boat accident, he is informed about some foul play at work by a detective Habibullah Pasha (Javed Jaffrey). With the aid of a photograph clicked just moments before his father's death, Jai tries to find out whether his father met with an accidental death or whether he was killed? 8*10 Tasveer is one of Kuknoor's finest films that became a flop at the BO. But I am sure it will be regarded as a cult thriller in the years to come. A by-the-book thriller, it has the finesse of a Hollywood film. THe only flaw is the climax where the motive comes across as half-hearted without too much explanation about details. But if you have enjoyed Hollywood movies such as "The Ring" (2002), you will definitely love this movie.

    Acting is solid here with Akshay coming up with a restrained and different performance. This is undoubtedly one of his best till date. Those who cringe at his comedies should check this out to know what a great actor he is turning out to be.

    Akshay has been ably supported by the rest of the cast, including Jaffrey, Rushad Rana, Ayesha Takia, Girish Karnad, Anant Mahadevan and Benjamin Gilani. It was nice to watch Sharmila Tagore as AK's mother. Music was not good enough except for "Nazaara Hai". However, background score by Salim-Sulaiman is top-notch. Cinematography is excellent. My rating - 8/10.

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    • Trivia
      Akshay Kumar's favorite film even though it flopped badly at the box office
    • Quotes

      Habibullah Pasha 'Happi': I am 'Happi' with an i.

    • Soundtracks
      Nazaara Hai
      Written by Irfan Siddiqui

      Composed by Salim Merchant and Salim Merchant

      Performed by Vishal Dadlani

      Courtesy of Super Cassettes Industries Limited (T-Series)

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    • Release date
      • April 3, 2009 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Фотография 8x10
    • Filming locations
      • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Sahara One Motion Pictures
      • Mirah Entertainment
      • Percept Picture Company
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      • ₹35,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,036,837
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    • Runtime
      • 2h 2m(122 min)
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