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Robot Magic

I was of the opinion that stereotyping or undermining is a phenomenon which should be associated only to the masses or those people,whose sense or thinking process has gone down to the level of numbness or passiveness ( if it's fine using this word).But it's a complete let down for me when I hear or read people( the so called 'learned', as the case may be)attaching a stereotype phenomenon and judging a piece of creative genius as the Robot(Rajnikant starrer) as some aira gaira flick which is nothing more than an extension of drama and a bunch of bizarre special effects.
I have taken the words ( a stupid me,as you know) of a North Indian friend of mine,and always avoided watching this movie until recently when I came across it on the TV premiere.I have also read so much criticism against the film makers as well as Aishwarya Rai,whose part according to the high brained critics, was nothing more than an item girl for the songs.
This is not the first time and I have sure come across many other such incidents where this differentiation of North and South has taken its extreme forms (spare the creative field,plz).I don't understand (seriously ya)what makes the North section of this great democracy think that they are in anyway better (read brainy) or more incredible than the southern states of India.I had a friend who used to joke that south Indians can only find solace in tamarind water(Rasam,fyi) and curd on their plates.Every state has its own sense of taste.I am okay with the lighter side of these comments but what really bothers me is why can't a south Indian be given the same respect in North India as much as the Northie draws here down in the south.Going back to Robot, the special effects were a marvel and I have never ever found any other Hindi movie which can come anywhere near this one in terms of either special effects or the taking.( Sharukh,I am sure you will prove this wrong with Ra.one.Best wishes : )).As far a Ash is concerned, I don't find her being given a better preference in any of her other movies either.
I agree that the drama is quite unrealistic and stretched but that is the flavor of Rajni's movies.People in Tamilnadu love the fact that their hero can turn his cigar 100 times in the air or hit 100 gundas in one go, something which they love seeing Rajni do in his movies.



It's not that the people are stupid or the film makers are dumb, its only that a trend was set by the hero which is irreplaceable.When people get bored of it,which possibly never seems to happen,the film makers will surely go for movies where the hero tries to ward off flies with his nose(nothing offensive,Mr.Bhansali).
It's okay when someone slashed a terrible movie but to recognize someone's ability, one has to think with his own senses without compartmentalization.
Well,irrespective of the criticism,Robot has gained International acclaim and applause, a reward which is tucked in only by a few Indian film makers.So,next time keep your eyes open and recognize the real talent behind regional movies.What say ??
NAINA MILE ..DIL SEY NAINA MILE...

When one door of happiness closes, another opens; But often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us.
Helen Keller

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Where is our education system heading?

I am really perplexed and glad at the majority number of people in India (youth to be precise) who are gaining MBA's,engineering and all other masters degrees and whose education degress outpar their peers in most other countries of the world.Firstly lets get into a bit of stats here and there.There are 175 MBA colleges in Delhi alone and there are scores and scores of them in the whole of India.Engineering colleges are growing in leaps and bounds that with the numbers crossing 1000 in Maharashtra and Tamilnadu alone.Oh,literacy programmes in our country are a huge success man.Good!
But does education only mean attaining degrees with zero level IQ?
Global experts are startled that a country of massive potential, has one of the largest populations of poor people in the world. Isn’t it baffling that despite almost everyone agreeing that things should change, they don’t?
So what's that which is really stopping our youth from winning the big battle.Guess!! Well I checked it all (to the best of my knowledge,though).Forget corruption,forget procrastination in the governmental systems,forget our wonderful errant politicians,forget about all these nonsensical external sources which are readily available anytime for blame game.But now isn't it time to look back at our basics and see if they are really right.Have we laid the real foundation for our kids.How about our class room spoon feeding system, which doesnt give us much scope to think beyond the text material which is thrusted upon us.How about the fact that we have a kind of education system which asks us to shutup and not question anything and rather use that 'valuable time' for rutting some more and reproducing in the exams. How about the fact that we are shutting down the creative pool of a kid right from his childhood.How about the fact that our education system is hammering out our individual voices and killing our natural sensitivity,turning us into servile coursematerial slaves.Our kids are not encouraged to raise their voices in class, particularly when they disagree with the teacher. And of course, no subject teaches us imagination, creativity or innovation.So it is time the education system becomes more real,more open and let the kids think and develop their individual thoughts on the subjects.So this is the major reason why the youth of this country is still behind the progressive growth cycle and is still chasing a highly paid job, waiting patiently in the rat race just like they did it, for ranks during their childhood days.Is this a curse to us, for being such a highly populated country??
No.Not if our mindset changes.On a personal note, I think it is the responsibility of both the teachers and the parents to get the basics right for their children right from childhood.So next time when your kid asks you to buy her a Dairy milk or 5 star explain her why it is not good for her teeth rather than just saying that she is not allowed to eat chocolates the whole day.Tell her how a home made paratha is always a better choice than Maggie or Yippie,anyday.Kids love being responded back,no matter how little they understand.Do answer all their whys and whats and let their creative juices flow.
So anyone up for it???

Nature's Fury!

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Once again nature has gotten against mankind.The kind of devastation Japan has had is something which reminds us of how small and petty we still are no matter how advanced or hi-fi we might call ourselves.This kind of mass destruction is totally unpredictable.Last heard on Tv that this could have been predicted by Astrologers(oh really!After its all over?)Forget Astrologers but how about the fact that we do know whats going on this planet and what are we up to, in the name of technology and nuclear development.I think its high time we really sat down and thought about how we can get close to nature and understand its predictions rather than letting the astrologers do the saying.Its time we stop this unnatural advancement to the maximum extent possible.This pretty much sums up to all the countries.This disaster is a warning and a clear signal to think of the alternatives which are more safe and less destructive.Lets save the Ozone layer.Lets lessen the warming effect.Lets be a little more considerate and let our kids also have a bit of this planet.Lets save our Earth.And for now lets pray for Japan.

Little baby hands

This one is for my kiddo : )
Little dimpled baby hands grasp my finger tight
While mama rocks him, humming, deep into the night.
Those hands of his will grow all too soon for me, I know,
So mama rocks him, humming deep into the night.

Little dimpled baby hands exploring all they see,
While mama gently guides him, he is trying to run free.
Those hands of his are busy, grabbing all they reach,
So mama guides him gently, for it is my job to teach.

Bigger little boy hands, with dirt under his nails,
Bringing mama presents of flowers, frogs and snails.
Those hands of his, though dirty, are growing up so fast,
So mama treasures the gifts, and hopes these moments last.

Slender young man hands slam the bedroom door,
convinced his mama doesn't understand him anymore.
Those hands of his are nearly grown and eager to be free,
So mama hugs him anyway, my little man so much like me.

Strong grown man hands turn to wave good bye,
My baby boy is all grown up and mama wants to cry.
Those hands of his have things to do. He'll find his way I know,
So mama wipes the tears away, and lets her baby go.

Little dimpled baby hands, grasp his finger tight,
While daddy rocks him, humming, deep into the night.
Those little hands he holds will grow all too soon for him he knows,
So daddy rocks him, humming, deep into the night.