Chak De...simply brilliant...

Although this is a cricket blog, but I just could not stop myself from writing about this here. Watched Chak De India over the weekend. And only one word comes to my mind after watching it – Brilliant. Indian Cinema has never boasted of good sports movies, and this is one of those which might redefine the way sports movies are made in India. Shahrukh has acted very well, and people will definitely be reminded of his performance in Swades. The girls of the hockey team have also acted well, and some of the characters are just amazing. The movie may very well bring hockey to the forefront, and nothing may be better for Indian hockey before the 2008 Olympics.

The applause of the viewers was something to see. I think even actual hockey matches do not get such an overwhelming response, that the movie managed to get in some of the sequences. The way the team members start getting along each other is just fabulous, and the film also has a very logical flow. It is a story of how a will to achieve the unachievable can lead someone to actually achieve it. The best part is that it showcases how difficult it is to form a team with players all across India and how easy is it to criticize the lack of camaraderie in a team.

 

All in all, a brilliant effort, and a must watch for any sports fan, hockey or otherwise. After a long while I found something that I wish to watch again.