Search - Bollywood Queen on DVD

Jeannine W. (jrelehw) from LONDONDERRY, NH
Reviewed on 3/23/2010...

cute, funny, and a bit silly. James McAvoy is adorable!!

"Mad, Bad, You Know, Beautiful ~ That's Bollywood"

Brian E. Erland | Brea, CA - USA | 01/20/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Are you like me when it comes to wandering around your local video store? Do you pick up one DVD case after another closely surveying the cover, or reading the description on the back in search of some undiscovered cinematic gem you've never heard of before? Do you trust that gut feeling, that occasional twinge of intuition that urges you to take a chance and rent something unknown?

That's exactly how I came upon the obscure little gem from '02, `Bollywood Queen.' I absolutely fell in love with this movie just minutes into my first viewing. While this is by no means a big budget production, it's as good as one. The plot is solid, the acting excellent and the female star of the movie Preeya Kalidas is absolutely beautiful, which is a major pre-requisite for any guy to enjoy a romantic film. Last but certainly not least I must mention the music which really lifts the movie to another level. It's an excellent Indian soundtrack displaying an imaginative blending of traditional and modern with a large dose of whimsy for good measure.

This is one of those films that make up for all the films you took a chance on that let you down. `Bollywood Queen' is definitely a keeper, My Highest Recommendation!"

Very fun and cute

Toomuchtimeonmyhands | hellay, CA | 08/11/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I just happened to rent this out of the blue, and was pleasantly suprised. This doesn't have the biggest budget obviously, so the dance and song numbers can be underwhelmingly. But it makes for a sweet romantic comedy with a little bollywood fun thrown in. If you liked Bride and Prejudice, then you'll like this bollywood-lite film also."

A surprisingly fun film

D. Evans | Central New Jersey | 09/09/2008

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I've recently become interested in James McAvoy's work. I've seen most of his later work, and couldn't resist purchasing this film to see how he fit into a Bollywood film.

The story is a simple one -- a sort-of West Side Story, but without the tragic end.

I'm somewhat familiar with Bollywood-type films. I know they are like the old Hollywood musicals with the cast breaking out into song at various times in the story. Bollywood Queen is no different.

When I first watched the film I laughed out loud when "Jay" (James McAvoy) started singing. It was dubbed, of course, but he did a good job of lip-syncing to the music. Some of the things McAvoy had to do in the name of Bollywood were silly, but he went with it, and seemed to be enjoying himself. He seems very comfortable in his skin. You can see he realizes that whatever the part, you give it your best.

I found myself enjoying the film. I ended up watching it 3 times! "Jay" and "Gina" have chemistry. I liked the storyline. I'm a sucker for romatic comedies. James McAvoy is very charismatic and his talent, even in this early film, is obvious!

Bottom line -- I wanted to see more of James McAvoy's work, so I purchased this film, and I'm very glad I did."