in the second half. There are quite a few unnecessary characters with whom the main theme do not jell with and quite a few questions the script left unanswered. Other than that we should appreciate Mani Ratnam for his efforts.

Guru is an Abhishek Bachchan show all the way . Abhishek has grown as an actor and it shows. We can see the glimpses of genius in this show, where he will be a contender for best actor in 2007. Except in a place where he was supposed to have tears in eyes which he failed to generate naturally, the actor delivered a fantastic performance. Aiswarya is as usual delivers a fine performance. Vidya Balan and Madhavan gave what the script required from them. After Chingari, Midhun Chakraborthy delivers another fine performance in this film. Mallika Sherawat gives a hot number in Turkish background.

AR Rahman’s music is averag e. The big AR Rahman magic is missing. Choreography by Saroj Khan and Brinda fails to make an impression. Though 2 songs (the dance number in Turkey and the song at the time Ash leaves Abhishek) were above average. Rajiv Menon, the Choreographer shot all the scenes with a natural background extremely well, especially the once in Athirappilly. The other shots are done okay. Editing could be improved.

There are certain scenes in the film which need special mention.
1. Abhishek’s visit to ManojJoshi in the hospital.
2. Abhishek & Aiswarya’s love scenes (including the one in the bed)
3. Madhavan tells his love to Vidya Balan. The kissing scene between Madhavan & Vidya Balan. (Oops! I didn’t expect it from Madhavan!)
4. Abhishek dump all the polyster bags in the officer’s house.
5. Abhishek’s reaction to the news that he got twin daughters (Buy one, get one free. No, it is not boys, but girls)
6. Abhishek’s reply to the enquiry committee.

The movie is very much for the elite audience. However, Mani Ratnam has added a lot of ingredients to make it tasty for the masses as well. The movie is a class one and masses has to decide whether they are going to shoulder it as well. Having said all these, don’t expect a Roja, Kannathil Muthamittal or even a Dil Se, but a film of different genre and style.