Vivah

New to Indian films, I chose this movie because Shahid Kapoor was in a starring role. I don't like romantic movies but after seeing him as Ratan Singh in Padmaavat, I had to know what his modern acting skills were like. I must say, this movie was the sweetest movie I have ever seen. I am so unlike the female lead character and although it is fiction, it was nice to see a story of how they fell in love WITHOUT there being a human antagonist in the story to keep them apart. The familial love was refreshing to see too, I don't know if families or even people like this truly exist, but the two families wanted the lovebirds to succeed in every way possible. I just can't say that I left this movie feeling lighthearted and refreshed enough! Yes, it is a long watch, but it is important to the story! The songs in this movie definitely had me wishing I could sing in Hindi. If you want to feel good after watching a movie, this one is it!!!

(She's writing this review.) The roof top scene and song was sooo sad, as it was the main protagonists last day together before they head back home! Just seeing them all innocent, FINALLY talking to each other was bittersweet. And because of this, I. was. ab.so.lut.ely BALLING! Lastly, it's such a shame that self-sacrifice is the wake up call to some people to treat others nicely. Love this movie!

This is the best love story I've ever watched.

This story shows the transformation of a young and innocent fellow into strong and passionate man. The catalyst for change is his arranged marriage to a lovely girl named Poonum. Her character remains the same--sweet and endearing. Shahid Kapoor's acting was just about perfect second by second. He showed the same talent and sensitivity in "Jab We Met." Every actor in "Vivah" was outstanding, except the mother/aunt, Rama, who was restricted by playing a stock character. Aggravating was how cheesy some of the scenery and soundtrack became once the action moved to the hospital. The cinematographer also took some cheap tricks, with staggered shots. The doctor's office and the signage in the hospital looked like a high-school shop-class project. The background music sounded as if the number of musicians had been reduced to only three, one being a snare drum. Did the producers run out of money? Anyway, I did love this DVD. The important aspects were done perfectly.

This Bollywood movie is a favorite of mine. I watched this movie and became a Bollywood fan ever since. The movie shows two people entering into an arranged marriage. It has some pretty famous actors starring in this movie. I love the songs! I highly recommend this movie. I bought the DVD, just to be able to view it whenever I want.

It is difficult to find love stories without sex. However, Chastity is the theme of this movie. I won't "review" the plot line. I will say that this is a great movie. The Vivah that we got was a beautifully packaged DVD with Extras. We were afraid that at the price we paid, it would be a pirated copy - but it wasn't! This movie is hard to find at a good price, but it is worth it. This is a family film, more about Courtship than the meet-you-at-the-wedding "arranged" marriage that a Westerner might imagine when they hear that term. The music is nice. I suggest that you watch this one for girl-night. (However the manly-man of OUR house loved it, too!)

Modern values are not what one should expect in this film. Traditional values, mores, and ethics are the basis of this story and if you do not like a long, slow progressing story then this is not the one for you. Modern films are much faster and much more energetic and very fun to watch, this film does require a certain time commitment. However, what it doesn't do for the modern viewer, it does much for the traditionalist among us. It's a love story but it tells of relationships between sisters (cousins), a father and daughter, of a daughter and her step-mother (actually a bio uncle and an aunt). It tells of the jealousy of love, as well as the faithfulness of love. If you do not understand that this movie is more than just a romance between a couple whose meeting was arranged, then you're not really paying attention to the story. I liked it, not enough to watch a second time, but I liked it well enough.

I love this movie!

I’m a Japanese living in India. Some Indian dishes are extremely spicy, and some others are so sweet. This movie is like that to me. The first 120 minutes are so sweet, and love and affection are everywhere. I think this is an Indian way of having husbands and wives. Selected for engagement by parents, and learning the partner for the marriage. Then, the last 40 minutes are so spicy making me cry … Does God test us this extreme way? Enjoyed the story.

This is a beautiful, heartwarming film with convincing actors and a wonderful soundtrack It's one of my all-time favourite films :)

Rhoooo, comme ils sont mignons les deux acteurs principaux de ce film. Mignons parce qu'ils sont beaux, gracieux, attendrissants, parce qu'ils jouent très bien les jeunes amoureux timides. Du très grand bollywood, un très beau film, romantique à souhait : les chansons et chorégraphies sont solaires, les méchants finissent par comprendre leurs erreurs grâce à la gentillesse et aux sacrifices des héros. Je ne suis pas une fan des films romantiques, mais celui-là n'est pas dégoulinant de mièvrerie, il me redonne le sourire chaque fois que je le regarde.

i loved d movie..superb performances by shahid and amrita....

"VIVAH" is marriage the story is about two individuals Poonam(Amrita Roa who is from a upper middle class family who live in the a small town of Madhupur.After the death of both her parents she is brought up by her Chacha( Uncle ) who loves her like a daughter. Her aunty however does not like her because she is fair and more pretty then her own daughter. Her uncles friend Bhagat, who also happens to be a matchmaker. Takes Poonaam's marrage proposal to a renowned and rich New Delhi businessman for his son Prem ( shahid Kapoor ) when his father goes to prem with the proposal he initially is taken back and feels that he is to young for marriage and need to focus on his career first, But being open minded and respectful to his father's wish, Prem agrees to meet Poonam , know her better and then take a decision. What happens next is the meeting arranged by both the families. What starts off as an awkward formal exchange of words , grow into a deeper meaningful conversation. Prem and Poonam discover their soul mate in each other. They are engaged-to be married in six months. Prem and Poonam go through the most magical and romantic period of their lives.Six months fly by and just when everything was set for Prem and Poonam to get married ....... a crisis puts the love of prem and Poonam through a trail by fire. VIVAH is a heart warming tale of unconditional love which makes you laugh and cry its a must see and believe me you will want to watch it again and again ,