Tuesday, 4 March 2014

Shaadi Ke Side Effects - Review


Note- This review has the story in brief, as shown in the movie's trailers...

The latest Hindi movie, Shaadi Ke Side Effects is a fun drama about life in a nuclear-family when the DINK (Double-Income-No-Kid) couple, aspiring singer, Sid (Farhan Akhtar) & Trisha (Vidya Balan) plan to have a baby. 
 
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The actual reaction of Trisha’s mother (Rati Agnihotri) & the explanation Trisha gives to Sid is notable, as are the careful reactions of the protagonists. Their daughter’s (Mili’s) birth signifies changes on all fronts for them – mental, emotional, physical…

Trisha decides to quit her job to give full-time-attention to Mili. The couple now becomes SIOK (Single-Income-One-Kid). Their lives are centered around Mili and they hardly have any time for one another. 

Sid approaches Trisha’s brother-in-law Ranveer (Ram Kapoor) for tips on marital success. Ranveer feels that ‘for a happy married life, one has to cheat on his wife.’ Like a good student, Sid employs the tricks Ranveer teaches him. In their quest for seeking space, Sid and Trisha both drift apart...

While Sid shares time with Manav (Vir Das), Trisha gets pally with her next-door-neighbour, Shekhar (Purab Kohli). They also employ a pricey governess, who prefers to be called Aunty (Ila Arun). After the hiccups, they finally accept one another and realize that trust and honesty is the key for a good marriage. 

While the first half is more entertaining and is sure to guarantee laughs, the second half stirs us and seems a bit heavy. All is well that ends well! Happy Ending! 

Shaadi Ke Side Effects is a must-watch. It has super acting by the lead stars. There are many scenes where the chemistry between the couple shines through. Songs & dances are great! For me, Shaadi Ke Side effects is full "entertainment, entertainment, entertainment" & value-for-money. In some scenes, I found myself & the Multiplex audience uninhibitedly LOL! 

Watch it & LOL!

My Rating: 3.5/5 

 After coming out of the Movie-Hall, I sent many tweets about Shaadi Ke Side Effects. Here are some of them:




 I was elated when I was declared as the winner of Radio Mirchi's Mirchi Review Twitter Contest!
 
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57 comments:

  1. Pixie4 March 2014 at 09:59

    Hmm... Thank you for the review!
    I will wait for the DVD for this one!
    I really like both Farhan Akthar and Vidya Balan :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 10:13

      Thanks Pixie. Do watch the movie - 'real' & 'fun' :)
      Even I love both Farhan Akhtar & Vidya Balan :)
      But, the supporting cast have done a great job too!

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    2. The Enchantress5 March 2014 at 02:41

      souns fun..m sure gonna take my hubby today itself

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    3. Anita Sabat5 March 2014 at 09:53

      Sure :) Sit back & enjoy! :)

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  2. Alok Vats4 March 2014 at 10:03

    Great to get this review from you Anita, I already booked the ticket for this movie for tomorrow night show, and going to watch this with my wife, let's see how much we can enjoy it...

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 10:16

      Alok, I'm sure you'll enjoy! Some scenes are funny and many couples can relate to them! Sit back, relax & smile!

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  3. Archana4 March 2014 at 10:04

    please don't give out the whole story.. i was about to watch it this weekend.. :(

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 10:20

      Thanks Archana for the feedback. So sorry if I gave away the story. But, all this is shown in the movie's promos & trailers that are being shown on TV...
      Just used those. I am :( that U r :(
      One good thing happened-
      Thanks to you, I have now added a Note at the beginning of my Post...

      Do watch it for sure. The movie is much more than these few words I have shared...

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  4. Amrita Sabat4 March 2014 at 10:04

    Nice review...d movie guarantees the fun moments,d crazy ones n basically for the urban multiplex going class of ppl. Hence won't notch up the box office numbers yet a good creative movie. Thumbs up!

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 10:23

      Yes, Amrita! It won't be a 100 crore wonder, but it's way more entertaining than some in that category, including an unmentionable adult-comedy that made its way to the elite list last year...
      I feel if we are happy watching a movie and if it has made us think & we observe & learn something, then it's good! helps when it has our favorite stars! :)

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  5. Unknown4 March 2014 at 13:08

    Nice review. A must see movie.

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:16

      Thanks Ushaji :) Welcome to my Blog! :) Yes, most people enjoyed watching it!

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  6. Preethi Venugopala4 March 2014 at 13:22

    Nice review and congrats on the win... I guess I may watch it... I watch movies rarely..:( :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:18

      Thanks Preethi :) Winning is special especially as it's my first win with Radio Mirchi on Twitter :) Never won before though tried many times!!!
      Watch it with hubby! :)

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  7. Soumya4 March 2014 at 14:56

    I did not like the movie. It did have its fun moments I agree, but somehow it did not click for me. Maybe its cos I haven't had a baby yet! :D

    The second half was a big drag and the second baby trick that she plays on him was too juvenile and out of context! It did not make sense to me.

    Vidya's clothes are the movie were so so so so so so (I can go all day) horrible that it distracted me from the main picture. She is badly in need of a trainer and a stylist!

    Congrats on the win! :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:21

      Oh Soumya! You watched it already! You must have seen the audience reactions :) You must be a Farhan/Vidya fan then! Fans like catching up with the latest releases of their favorite stars.
      SKSE did have some real moments & humour.
      Yes, the 2nd half dragged and the climax was something. But, all izzz well :)

      Thanks Soumya :)

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  8. Sreeja Praveen4 March 2014 at 15:17

    Nice review here, Anita :) Will wait for the DVD. Congrats on the win ! That's nice :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:26

      Thanks Sreeja! First time won the Mirchi Movie Review on Twitter, hence special!
      Do watch and smile :)

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  9. KParthasarathi4 March 2014 at 17:41

    Although Soumya did not like it much,I heard from my daughter that she and her family enjoyed as you did.But in a light hearted film,,it should be fast paced fun and not drag as you also felt.

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:28

      Yes, that is true. 2nd half could have had the spunk and vivacity of the 1st half.
      Some more Shaadi insights and less seriousness would have made it better :)
      Thanks for reading and sharing :)

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  10. Richa Singh4 March 2014 at 18:18

    Story seems nice and so does the feedback on writing (from many people) and yes this might be a must watch for me soon!

    Richa

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:29

      Yes Richa! Watch it with your hubby! some points are pretty true-to-life :)

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  11. dxbnidblog4 March 2014 at 18:32

    congratulations on the win.and surely watch the movie.

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  12. Jayashree Srivatsan4 March 2014 at 18:39

    I linked the trailer. I like both the lead actors and its a movie i have been looking forward to

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:33

      Yes Jaish! Trailers rock! :) I love both the lead actors too & had to watch it! :)

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  13. Red Handed4 March 2014 at 20:41

    Ok I am on it this week!! FOR SURE!

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  14. Beloo Mehra4 March 2014 at 21:01

    Heard positive review from another friend too, and now after reading your review will probably watch it. Will have to wait till the DVD though, no Hindi movies are shown in theatre in this little southern town :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:36

      Okay, then it'll be a long wait... may be shown in the TV soon. These days movies are telecast on TV pretty fast.
      No Hindi movies in the theatre is pretty sad...

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  15. Krishna4 March 2014 at 22:29

    Congrats Anita.

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  16. www.lifepartneracademy.com4 March 2014 at 23:07

    Congrats for the Mirchi Review and yes! the movie reflects some of the simplest things that a couple come across in everyday life. A good movie indeed and a good review.

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:39

      Thanks a lot for your kind words. Glad you liked it.
      You know best as you have written fabulous Posts on the topic of relationships....

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  17. Anonymous4 March 2014 at 23:19

    Another feather in our champs Hat...With even Radio Mirchi awarding it rightly...Indiblogger should take a note of it & award you for this!! A perfect written article not only for the movie but also for saving the marriage ;)
    Kudos keep up d the good work :) - Nikhil C (@imbevda)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:41

      Thanks Nikhil :) No prizes for this Post :) Prizes are all the sweet comments here :)

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    2. Anonymous4 March 2014 at 23:52

      You deserve a Blog award..Honestly!! Keep up the good work..Keep me posted abt ur articles..Hopefully if Indiblogger allows me..i would write too :) Nikhil

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    3. Anita Sabat5 March 2014 at 09:17

      Thank you. You get your Blog verified first by IndiBlogger & BlogAdda and start writing! Best wishes :)

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  18. Sushree Dash4 March 2014 at 23:22

    Thank you for the review :)

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    1. Anita Sabat4 March 2014 at 23:44

      Thanks a lot for reading and sharing your view :)

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  19. BloggerWlogger4 March 2014 at 23:50

    Ohh..Wow!!!! Congratulations for winning! :)

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  20. Maniparna5 March 2014 at 01:18

    Nice review..though these days I dare not to watch Blollywood masala movies :-(.... Anyway,Farhan and Vidya both are my favourites :-D

    ..and heartiest congratulation for the win :-)

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    1. Anita Sabat5 March 2014 at 09:21

      Thanks Maniparna :)
      Yes, do watch as we tend to like the movies that have our favorite stars :)

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  21. Indrani5 March 2014 at 06:47

    I will watch it when they show on TV. It will be soon I hope. Great review.

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    1. Anita Sabat5 March 2014 at 09:23

      That's a good strategy, Indrani! These days, they even show recent releases within 2-3 months of their release! But, beware of the ads :) Thanks!

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  22. T F Carthick5 March 2014 at 08:02

    Nice review. I am not much of a movie buff though.

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  23. Sindhu Devi K5 March 2014 at 18:59

    I didn't even know that such movie is there! its been long since I flipped through the fimly news channels! Thanks for the review! I am a fan of the both leading actors, so will surely watch it!

    Regards,
    Sindhu
    Tantu
    The Arts & Me

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    1. Anita Sabat6 March 2014 at 11:53

      Sindhu, This proves how busy you are :)
      Yes, once in a while we can enjoy watching movies, esp not miss those with our favorite stars!

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  24. Ritu KT (Shopping Escapades)6 March 2014 at 07:24

    Good Bollywood movies are difficult to come by these days. Need to see this one now!

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    1. Anita Sabat9 March 2014 at 16:20

      There are some good ones now. Book a date! :)

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  25. Pooja Mahimkar6 March 2014 at 18:10

    umm.. thanks for the review!

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  26. Anita Sabat9 March 2014 at 16:19

    If you are a fan of the two stars and can laugh on real situations, then you'll enjoy this one :) Thanks for reading :)

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  27. kalpana solsi11 March 2014 at 23:44

    The story-line seems interesting. and I love Vidya Balan.

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    1. Anita Sabat12 March 2014 at 11:58

      Yes indeed. Even I love Vidya Balan's acting. Am sure you'll like the movie :)

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