Censor spoilt prospects of 'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji'

The censor board is being held responsible for the poor opening response to "Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji" (DTBHJ), which got an A-certificate and kept children and their families away.

"I respect their (censor board) decision. I am used to adults certificates for my films. And in fact 'Chandni Bar' and 'Fashion' did have adult content. But DTBHJ does not deserve an adults certificate. The film is picking up by word of mouth with every show. Besides we've an 'open' week next week with no big release coming up," director Madhur Bhandarkar said about his first comedy.

With the satellite rights of DTBHJ going for Rs.18 crore, DTBHJ is a safe bet at the box office.

Interestingly, Bhandarkar's film has no lewd references or double meanings or objectionable shots.

Said a source close to Bhandarkar: "The film lost 20 percent of its audience because of the adult rating. The minute the audience hears a film is for adults only and that it's a sex comedy, the families stay away. I don't mean to question the censors decision. But I wonder how DTBHJ qualifies as adult entertainment? It's a harmless and entertaining look at courtship and romance in the metropolis. What is shocking about three guys looking for female company?"

Released Friday, DTBHJ stars Ajay Devgn, Emraan Hashmi, Omi Vaidya, Shruti Haasan and Shazahn Padamsee.

MOVIE REVIEW

Director: Madhur Bhandarkar
Cast: Ajay Devgn, Omi Vaidya,
 Emraan Hashmi, Shruti Haasan,
 Shazahn Padamsee, Shraddha Das.
Genre: Romantic comedy

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar, who is renowned for making realistic films, is all set offer his first comedy tomorrow. With star cast like Ajay Devgn, Emraan Hashmi and Omi Vaidya of 3 Idiots fame, Bhadarakar promises a romantic laugh riot.

Madhur says his film will offer a slice of life by showing different dimensions of love through the three lead characters. It is neither a loud nor a slapstick comedy but everyone can relate to the storyline.

Ajay Devgn plays Naren Ahuja, a man in his thirties, who goes through a divorce falls in love relation. Shazahn Padamsee plays a girl called vibrant and bubbly girl June Pinto, who has just stepped out of her teens.

Omi Vaidya plays an idealistic lover named Milind Kelkar. He is in love with a girl named Gungun Sarkar, essayed by Shraddha Das. She is very practical and ambitious to achieve her dreams in life.

Emraan Hashmi plays a charming Casanova Abhay Suri, who is in love with a modern girl named Nikki. She is very particular about what she wants from life and always speaks her mind.

These three men undergo a roller coaster journey of emotions in their relationships and experiences the ups and downs of usual contemporary life.

You need to watch the movie to find out if they find their true love at the end

Hashmi film gets adults-only certificate

Emraan Hashmi's latest film has received an adults-only rating because of its discussion of pornography and virginity.

The Indian censorship board objected to at least ten scenes in Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, including several of Hashmi's character having sex, the Mumbai Mirror has reported.

Speaking to the paper, a spokesman for the board said: “The entire theme is blatantly adult.

"You guys have discussed virginity and pornography. This film in its present state is definitely not fit to be shown to kids."

Director Madhur Bhandakar said that he was disappointed with the verdict on the so-called romantic comedy.

Hashmi, who is nicknamed 'serial kisser' by the Indian press, is known for his on-screen clinches.

'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji' to be released on Republic Day

Realistic film maker Madhur Bhandarkar Saturday confirmed that the release date of his first comedy "Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji" has been brought forward to Jan 26 from Jan 28.

"'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji' - the film was slated for release on Fri, Jan 28, but Wed, Jan 26 is Republic Day, so film's release preponed by two days," the National Award winning director confirmed on micro-blogging site Twitter.

"Dil Toh Bachcha Hai Ji" is about how life changes for three men with the entry of three women.

The movie stars Ajay Devgn, Emraan Hashmi, Omi Vaidya, Shruti Hassan, Shraddha Das and Shazahn Padamsee.

In the film, Ajay will be seen playing a man in his mid-30s going through a divorce, when a much younger girl comes into his life and he starts changing himself.

Bhandarkar has earlier made serious women-oriented films like "Chandni Bar", "Page 3", "Corporate" and "Fashion".

Love songs rule 'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji' album

'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji'; Music Director: Pritam Chakraborty; Lyricists: Sanjay Chhel, Neelesh Misra, Kumaar, Sayeed Quadri; Singers: Mohit Chauhan, Sonu Niigaam, Shefali Alvaris, Kunal Ganjawala, Antara Mitra and Naresh Iyer; Rating: ***

Pritam Chakraborty's compositions in "Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji" album is perfect for the season of love. This is Madhur Bhandarkar's first comedy and the music of the film will be lovers' delight.

The film offers eight tracks.

Hummable, likeable and sweet number "Abhi kuch dino se" marks a good beginning for the album. It has been crooned by Mohit Chauhan and his voice is apt for the love song that creates a lively mood for the listeners.

Next is "Tere bin", which has all the qualities to be a chartbuster. The high point of the song is that it is sung by Sonu Niigaam, who is the master of the genre. The free flowing melody is interspersed with English lyrics. The easy on ears orchestration makes the love ballad more beautiful. It is moderately paced and is a song one would like to hear in loop.

The song also has two more versions - one is a reprise version, which has a raw appeal and has been sung by Naresh Iyer and the other is a usual remix version of the original with more beats.

"Yeh dil hai nakhrewala", sung by Shefali Alvaris, is an interesting number and has a rock feel. The song does engage for a while, but then loses its lustre. It is average.

It has another version called the film version where Antara Mitra replaces Shefali. However, the original is better.

Then comes another romantic number titled "Jadugari". The song with alluring guitar strumming has Kunal Ganjawala behind the mike. The musical arrangement is soothing and interesting.

Finally comes "Beshuba", a duet by Kunal and Antara. The soulful, breezy, love ballad is a typical Pritam composition with his signature style quite evident in the music.

On the whole, the album will be thoroughly enjoyed by people in love. Also, Pritam has done a good job of churning out melodious and soulful tracks.