Boss Movie Review: Akshay Kumar's Action Comedy Fails To Entertain As Expected!

The ultimate Khiladi of B-town carries the occasionally entertaining movie on his strong shoulders. Watch Boss if you must, only for Akki's histrionics, his spot-on comic timing and above all, his impossible-to-replicate action moves ...

It is easy to guess from the promos that Akshay Kumar in and as Boss can do practically anything - from bludgeoning an army of thugs effortlessly to jumping off a two storey building like a seasoned Parkour expert (which he is in real life) and from balancing on a tilted SUV to inviting a Bollywood starlet to his private party only to leave her wanting for 'more'!

What you must know is that while doing these odd (aka: strange) jobs the action-hero does breaks into a sweat. And as the droplets of his labour stream down his sculpted face and land slow-mo on the barren ground under his feet - hold on to your thoughts - they actually sprout plants from nowhere! And the Khiladi proudly calls them 'power-plants' to declare the might of his blood and sweat. That's Boss for you! But there is a condition attached to watching this film: you are not allowed to use your brains beyond a point and ask what's wrong with the makers of this movie - after all, Boss is always right. Sadly, the film isn't.

It is astonishingly difficult to believe that after treating us to his ever-improving acting skills in movies like Hera Pheri, Khakee, Bhool Bhulaiyya, OMG! Oh My God and more recently, Special 26 Akki is still seduced, hopelessly and insanely, by any opportunity to show off his action chops, even if there is very little plot and no acting to be done. There's no denying that Kumar is a true entertainer and he delivers that in Anthony D'Souza's Boss. The 46-year-old superstar is the soul of the film, even if the shabbily written, insanely melodramatic and overly formulaic plot offers him little scope to show intelligence.

Boss is a mindless, illogical masala film that entertains in parts, especially in its goofy one-liners. But it is a cliched story, with the characters painted either black or white without a hint of grey. D'Souza tries too hard to make the drama emotional by hastily shoving in a couple of melodramatic sequences. On the plus side, this one gives Akshay a free hand to indulge in what he has been doing for close to two decades now - relentless maar dhaad with his trademark scornful smile, throughout the movie. Cheesy lines like 'Apun ko kya hai, apun ko to sirf paani nikalna hai' and 'Boss is always right' are repeated ad nauseum From 'jogging trucks' to 'bum mein bomb', the director pushes the comedy quotient to the limit, and you will giggle and cringe with disgust at the same time.

The plot (if any)

Danny Denzongpa (Big Boss) a transporter don takes a temperamental teenage lad Surya under his wing when the latter saves him from a murderous attack. The teenager has a dark history - he has acquired the bad reputation of bashing up people at the slightest provocation and killed his schoolmate. Surya's morally upright father (Mithun Chakraborty) disowns him. Fifteen years later the boy grows into the skull-crushing, bone-breaking mafioso who takes on contracts to kill people, though only the baddies.

Surya is the last man standing in the land of Kurukshetra and he can beat the guts off thousands of men with solid punches and high-flying kicks. Not too far away, in the city of Delhi, a young man Shiv (Shiv Pandit) falls in love with Ankita (Aditi Rao Hydari), the sister of a ruthlessly cynical cop (Ronit Roy). Boss is contracted to kill Shiv, but learns that the lad is his long-lost younger brother. What follows is a zany action-fest that goes on and on until a high-blown action climax that will leave you exhausted and dizzy.

Performances

Akshay Kumar's antics and action prowess save the movie. Ronit Roy's ruthlessly demonic character seems an extended version of the mean father he played in Vikramaditya Motwane's critically acclaimed Udaan - Ronit has made a sincere attempt to do justice to the role, but the police uniform and the gun toting cop-act fail to mask the hangover of his previous award-winning performance. Mithun Chakraborty's morally upright father fails to move you. In fact, his talks on family values ​​and moral upbringing become too much of bhaashan. Shiv Pandit doesn't get much to do as the young brother of Akki, while Aditi Rao Hydari merely looks pretty in this male-dominated landscape.

All in all, Boss is a cliched action comedy that entertains in parts as Akshay Kumar tries to steer through the muddle with his star skill!

Akshay Kumar's "Boss" Enters Guinness Book World Records For Largest Poster

Akshay Kumar starrer Boss has entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest poster after beating Michael Jackson's This Is It.

The 46-year-old superstar's fan club made the largest poster in the world in just four months after putting logistics into place.

"It's a matter of honour. I thank everyone who made this possible," Akshay said in a statement.

The poster is 58.87 metres wide and 54.94 metres high and was unveiled at Little Gransden Airfield, UK, on October 3, 2013. Macro Arts (UK) did the manufacturing of the poster, which had also made Jackson's poster.

The official certificate 'Boss' Poster of Guinness Book World Records

The official certification for the same was done in the UK itself and the 'Boss' poster also finds a mention on the official Guinness website.

The comedy caper, directed by Anthony D'Souza, also stars Mithun Chakraborty, Danny Denzongpa, Aditi Rao Hydari and Parikshit Sahni in pivotal roles.

"Boss" is slated to hit theatres on October 16.

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Yo Yo Honey Singh was interviewed with Sudhir Chaudhary, by Zee News about his life, struggles, controversies and more. He talks about his latest associations with Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar

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First Trailer Of Akshay Kumar’s "BOSS" Is Out - Mr. Khiladi Back In Action!

The brilliant trailer of Boss is out! With flawless action and a few fantastic dialogues, the trailer is exciting. Starring Akshay Kumar in the titular role of Boss, the film also stars Aditi Rao Hydari, Ronit Roy, Mithun Chakraborty and Danny Denzongpa. Scheduled to release on 16th October, it is directed by Anthony D'Souza.

When the teaser of Boss released, it reminded you another Akshay Kumar flick Khiladi 786 that was overtly and unanimously deemed moronic. However, the trailer comes across a remarkably better than what was expected of it. Akshay Kumar revisits the screens after Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai D obaara!, And that itself is such a respite. He is so brilliant in the roles that are closer to his niche and Boss essays exactly the same.

 Maintaining a Haryanvi twang all through, as expected there is baffling and brutal action right at the outset. Hinting at regressive humors too, in places, overall it is quite an impressionable trailer that surely fits in amongst the likes of his previous films like Rowdy Rathore. Expect ground breaking, gravity defying action that would even put Superman to shame, but nevertheless, Indian audiences quite love the taste of such films.

Watch: BOSS Official HD Trailer|Akshay Kumar|BOSS 2013

Perhaps one of the main reasons, why Boss has managed to rank itself above its predecessors is because of Ronit Roy. The actor with his robust demeanor man ages to add a dash of novelty to the film. Looking similar to his despotic, authoritative self from Vikramaditya Motwane's Udaan, this time too he is a commercialized variation of the same.

The film's supporting cast looks great. Danny Denzongpa is back on screens after a long spell, and Mithun Chakraborty too renders thickness to the plot.

Most awe-striking in the trailer was Aditi Rao Hydari who looks ravishing in a bikini. It was quite a surprise to realize that she hasn't been placed romantically opposite Akshay, but rather paired with Shiv Pandit who plays Akshay's brother in the film. Adding a sprinkle off sizzling charisma, Aditi's presence is definitely soothing to the eyes.

Director Anthony D'Souza has managed to dish out a sleek trailer with neat thundering action that works to the advantage of the film. It is energetic and abundant in arresting action, and Akshay Kumar's star value is a mere additional forte for the film! I am surely gonna keep calm and wait for the Boss, will you?

Priyanka Chopra Happy Birthday Special: Who Is Her Best Onscreen Lover?

Priyanka brighter and sexier with every passing year. As she turns 31 today, we take a look at PeeCee’s most memorable romantic equations with the country’s best looking leading men including Hrithik Roshan, Shahrukh Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Akshay Kumar and Shahid Kapoor.

Born on July 18, 1982, Priyanka Chopra will blow out 31 candles on her birthday cake today. The dusky beauty has always chosen roles that are challenging and off-the-wall. After giving terrific performances in the recent past in films like Agneepath and Barfi!, the leggy lass is now making us dance to her tunes…literally!

If the quintessential desi gal that Priyanka is looked and sounded truly international in her solo In My City, featuring will.i.am, she made waves with her recently released video for the song titled Exotic.

Not too long ago, we saw Piggy Chops’ Babli badmaash, the item number that had the entire country grooving to its almost-naughty lyrics and foot-tapping beats. The ever-so-ambitious and charming star will be seen this year in Krrish 3 and Zanjeer – which will yet again win her accolades and appreciation in equal measure, we know.

On her birthday, we take a look at PeeCee’s filmography to find out which debonair dude made the babe sizzle the steamiest!

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Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Again New Teaser: Akshay Kumar Fit To be A Villain?

Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again is obviously a war between the hero aka Imran Khan and the villain aka Akshay Kumar, over a pretty girl aka Sonakshi Sinha.

After making this clear in the first trailer itself, the makers create a new three-minute plus trailer just to make the same point all over again. And just in case we did not know what a hero and a villain really imply, Akshay explains it to us with the help of an unexciting, slow and deliberate narration. Along the way he quite unwittingly also reveals why he did not do Imran’s role!

So what do we look forward to in this movie then? Not to be negative, but we just hope that there is some shocking twist in the tale that washes away all the impressions created by this sneak peek. Take a look at this new trailer and tell us what you think of it.

watch:Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Again New Teaser

Akshay Promote Once Upon a Time In Mumbai Again At Indo-Pak Cricket Match!

In a unique way of promoting a film, the makers of 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again' have planned to promote it during the Indo-Pak Champions Trophy match in the UK.

Akshay Kumar will travel to Birmingham (UK) to watch the much anticipated India-Pakistan match which will be played tomorrow.

Currently, Akshay is holidaying with his family in New York and he will cut short his vacation for the match.

Akshay is known to be an ardent cricket lover in real life and his character (Shoaib) in the forthcoming film 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Dobara' will be seen as a powerful don who wields the power to influence a cricket match.

The film, set in the 80s, will see Akshay essay the role of a cricket-loving gangster and the makers, keeping with the essence of the film and Akshay's role, thought it was a great idea to promote the film during the match.

"As a company known for pushing the envelope on marketing, we will have our Shoaib attending the India-Pakistan match at Edgbaston. Cricket is a perfect fit with his character in the film, as evidenced in the film's first trailer as well," Balaji Motion Pictures CEO Tanuj Garg said in a statement here.

The film, directed by Milan Luthria and produced by Balaji Motion Pictures, stars Akshay Kumar, Imran Khan, Sonakshi Sinha and Sonali Bendre.

It is scheduled to release on August 15 (Independence Day).

Akshay, Sonakshi And Govinda Start Shooting For Thuppakki Remake, Pistol

The stars begin the first schedule of the Hindi remake of AR Murugadoss’ Tamil blockbuster

We always knew Akshay Kumar was a total workaholic. But this time it seems Akki has taken everyone by surprise. No sooner did he start promoting his upcoming film, Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai Again, he’s launched into the schedule of his next film titled Pistol.

The movie is a remake of the Ghajini director AR Murugadoss’ Tamil blockbuster Thuppakki. The Khiladi was shooting along with Sonakshi Sinha and Govinda, and the trio was spotted in and out of the Mumbai crowds, including the Mumbai Central station where the crowds gave them a tough time last week.

The remake, which will be an out and out action extravaganza, has a mix of Indian and foreign technicians, including the action director of the Hollywood film, Skyfall. Well, it seems producer Vipul Shah has left no stones unturned! We’re quite excited!

Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again trailer : Akshay Kumar and Imran Khan Lock Horns Over Sonakshi Sinha

The sequel to the 2010 film Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai looks slick, dynamic and thrilling action..

Beware, there will be obvious comparisons with the original, but the trailer shows that director Milan Luthria has completely changed the setting and plot of Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai Again.That is a smart thing to do because comparisons to the first offering, which was successful at the box office, may affect the fate of this sequel. Unlike the first part, where the point of contention between the two leading men (Ajay Devgn and Emraan Hashmi) was power, in this one Akshay Kumar and Imran Khan lock horns over Sonakshi Sinha. Imran does manage to hold his own in front of Akshay’s charisma and stardom. While Akki looks forceful as Shoaib Khan, Imran is surprisingly poised.

The theme music – a modified version of the background tune of the first movie – is impacting, the Middle East locales offer a fresh setting and the one-upmanship game looks intriguing. Will it be as appealing as the battle between Ajay and Emraan? We’ll know in some time… For now, watch the trailer and tell us if you find this action-packed flick appealing.