SUNDAY, AUGUST 22, 2021 (PAGE 4) PERSONALITY BOLLYWOOD-BUZZ service towards tribal Gujjars, Bakarwals and other Mian Bashir Larvi downtrodden groups of socie- A complete entertainer ty. During 1947, 1965 and 1971 India-Pak wars, Mian BELLBOTTOM is an espionage needs to work pan India. In this regard, Sahib had proactively worked thriller, inspired by a true event. On he comes out with flying colours. The A Sufi who led Gujjar tribe for peace in Jammu and August 24, 1984, ICC 691 flight takes off first half is where the build up happens and had helped in from Delhi and gets hijacked. This is the and here the film is devoid of action or rehabilitating thousands of 5th hijack in 7 years. In the past, the tensed moments. Yet, he attempts to for several decades people in tribal and border hijackers landed their plane in Lahore, ensure that audiences have a gala time. , after which the Pakistani He reserves the best for the second half Dr Javaid Rahi areas. Represented India in authorities negotiated and managed to with the climax being the best part of Mian Bashir Ahmad Larvi passed away on 14th of August 2021 United Nations get a safe release for the passengers. This enterprise. On the flipside, the first half, after living a long, successful and contented life. Mian ji was a Mian Bashir Ahmed also time, too, the flight moves to Lahore. though interesting, could have been bet- prominent Sufi Muslim, eminent author, social reformer and veteran had the honour of once repre- Prime Minister of India, ter. Also, it’s a 3D film but it doesn’t have tribal leader of Jammu and Kashmir. His relentless efforts and senting the nation in United (Lara Dutta) is all set to negotiate. But the typical 3D effects. contribution towards the empowerment and educational upliftment Nations session, where he she is stopped by a RAW agent, Anshul BELL BOTTOM starts off with the of the Gujjars, Bakarwal and other downtrodden communities of fervently represented the case Malhotra aka Bell Bottom (Akshay hijack episode. The entry of Akshay J&K can never be forgotten. His philosophy, teachings and life will of India as the champion of Kumar). He has done extensive research Kumar is superb. The flashback portion continue to inspire the tribal and nomadic people of Jammu and the global peace and prosper- on the past hijack operations. He is con- are fine; it might seem to halt the narra- Kashmir. Mian Bashir Larvi who is popularly known as Baba Sahaib President Pratibha Patel with Mian Bashir Larvi ity. He also headed many del- fident that ISI is the mastermind of the tive but it helps audiences in under- in Gujjars believed in a spiritual vision of life and he always stood by egations to international hijack episode. Indira Gandhi and her standing Bell Bottom’s past and why he his vision. He promoted such values throughout his life among his forums and stressed the need to create an environment of friendship and cordial core team at first doesn’t believe him. joined RAW in the first place. The inter- immediate disciples, general followers and his well wishers spread relations between the countries. He consistently strived to establish strong bond of But he proves it to them the truth. Indira mission point is clapworthy. The second far and wide. He relentlessly strived for social equality among the communal harmony and mutual co-existence in J&K and other parts of the country. Gandhi then gets a call from the half is where the agents reach Dubai air- masses in general. As an author port and try their best to Mian Sahib was a multi-dimensional personality who led the tribal community Mian Bashir Ahmad has compiled a number of books in Gojri, Urdu, Punjabi, succeed in their mission. of J&K in particular, in social, spiritual, religious, economic and political realms. He including 'Israr e Kabari', 'Ashar e Nizami', 'Babaji Diyan Siharfian', six Volumes of A few places, the film slips was the head and Gaddi Nasheen of the revered shrine of Baba Abaid Ullah Larvi, 'Neer Sumandar ' Gojri series' , 'Mata e Faqar -o- Danish' as told to Khush Dev and drags but it picks up popularly known as Babaji Sahib (RA), at village Babanagari Wanghat in Ganderbal Maini, 'Baba Ji Sahib Larvi' , 'Maaraf-ul-Tabarqat', etc. These books mainly deal very well in the middle of district of Kashmir, for around half a century. with topics of spiritualism, mysticism, Sufism, Islamic theology, divine love, besides the second hour. Two Early life and Education his poetic compilations representing Gujjar ethos and rich heritage. Some of his twists in the tale at this Mian ji was born in 1923, at Pehalnar, Ganderbal to Mian Nizam-ud-Din Larvi books are on socio-ethnic profile of Gujjars- Bakarwals are popular among masses. point adds to the fun. (RA) and Bibi Ghulam Fatima. He received his early education locally from Molvi One of his important contributions is his biographical account of three generations Akshay Kumar is in Abdullah Sahib and Molvi Ibrahim Chatergulli. After receiving the elementary les- of Babaji Sahib Larvi in book , 'Mata e Faqar -o- Danish' published in Urdu. top form, as expected. He sons in Urdu, Arabic and Persian besides Islamic Sciences, at home, he joined a Mian Sahib was often invited to grace seminars, conferences and other literary looks dashing and gives a school for formal education. Side by side, he was formally initiated into the and cultural events in and outside state. He always loved to attend such functions subtle yet massy perform- Naqashbandi order of the Sufism, as was the convention in the family. He started because of his commitment to such areas of life. He attended such events not only in ance. Lara Dutta is the receiving the spiritual lessons from his 'Murshid' (teacher) Hazrat Mian Abaid Ullah India but abroad also. first one to be credited in Larvi RA, his grandfather and Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Larvi RA, his father. He also penned his personal anecdotes in his dairies which is a mine of informa- the opening credits and Naqshbandi Sufi Order tion for scholars interested in working on Mian Saheb and his legacy. He would doc- she surely is one of the Sufism as practiced in Naqshbandi order was the most formidable influence on ument day to day happenings of his life, family, society and politics of Jammu and strengths of the film. Her his life. Named after Hazrat Bahaud-Din 'Naqshband' Bukhari, the order is one of Kashmir. scenes are dramatic and the most popular Sufi orders in Islam across the world. Mian family has played a key role in enriching Gojri language and literature. The Hazrat Mian Abaid Ullah Larvi (RA)- Baba Ji sahib, the grandfather of Mian she gives her best. Vaani stalwarts of Gojri like Mian Ismail Zabi , Khuda Baksh Zaar, Israel Asar, Isreal Kapoor is lovely in a small Saheb was a trained guide in this order. Hazrat Mian Nizam ud Din (RA) -Haji Baba Mehjoor, Meharud Din Qammar , Sain Qader Baksh, Iqbal Azeem , Naseem Sahib was also a devout follower of the same order of Sufism. With the result, Mian but significant role. Huma Poonchi, Ishitiaq Ahmed Shouq, Nazir Ahmad Nazir, Zabhi Rajourvi, Barkat Shah President of Pakistan, Zia-ul-Haq, to ask Qureshi is fair, but her character seems ji became an ardent follower of the same Sufi order, practicing and preaching its rit- had started writing Gojri poetry in 1905 onwards under the influence of Mian uals and teachings among his followers. Such spiritual upbringing and Sufi under- Indira if he can go ahead with the nego- half-baked without back story. Zain Nizam ud Din Larvi RA. The family as per legacy started organising poetic events at tiations. On the advise of Bell Bottom, Khan Durrani is great as the antagonist. standing of Islam developed in Mian Sahib respect for other Sufi orders, sects and the shrine of Babaji Sahib. Mian Bashir Larvi Saheb not only continued this tradi- other religious traditions. Indira tells Zia-ul-Haq not to negotiate. Adil Hussain is first-rste, while Denzil tion but encouraged many more to write and participate in the literary Mehfils The Pakistan President is taken aback by Smith gets no scope. Dolly Ahluwalia Owing to the same spiritual linage, Mian Bashir Ahmed regularly visited Sirhand organised in Wanghat Kangan. this conduct. The ISI then sends one of (Bell Bottom’s mother) is adorable. Shrief in Punjab to pay his obeisance at the shrine of Sheikh A?mad Sirhindi (1564- Later on Mian Bashir Ahmed Larvi himself compiled "Neer Samundar", a series 1624), renowned mystic and theologian and a respected guide in Naqshband order. of books in the genre of Se harfi/poetry . In this book series, the poetry of promi- their best men, Daljeet Singh aka Doddy Mamik Singh (Aashu) is okay. A Tribal (Gujjar) Leader nent poets of Gojri was published. It can easily be argued that Mian Bashir Sahib (Zain Khan Durrani) to take over the Music doesn’t fit well into the film. Mian Bashir Ahmad was the most influential tribal leader of Jammu and played a pioneering role in institutionalizing the Gojri language in J&K in Radio in hijack operation from Lahore. For Bell ‘Khair Maang De’ and ‘Marjaawaan’ are Kashmir. He will be remembered in history as a freedom fighter, religious and 1969 and J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages in 1978. Bottom, Doddy is someone he personal- visually great. 'Sakhiyan 2.0' is not there social leader and hero of Gujjar and Bakarwal tribe. He remained associated with Struggle for consciousness among Gujjar -Bakarwal tribe ly detests and with whom he has a past. in the film. 'Dhoom Tara’ is like the top leaders of the country including Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Mian Sahib was the most popular tribal leader of Jammu and Kashmir. His life What happens next, forms the rest of the theme song and enhances several scenes. Gandhi. In fact, Indira Gandhi is reported to have visited the Shrine of Babaji Sahib and contribution epitomised the perfect blend of spirituality and social reform. film. Daniel B George's background score at Wanghat during her visit of Kashmir in 70's. Throughout his life, he emphasised the spread of education among the tribals of Aseem Arrora and Parveez Shaikh's is exhilarating and also has the vintage He was closely associated with prominent leders of J&K, like Shiekh Mohammad J&K, besides their political empowerment and economic upliftment. He was a story is fantastic and well researched. It feel. Parvez Shaikh's action is limited but Abdullah, Mir Qasam and Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad. visionary whose ideals gave a strong sense of community, dignity and consciousness also tells about an important event in it is impactful. Amit Ray and Subrata Mian Sahib was elected as a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) in 1967, among Gujjar Bakerwal tribes. history which many might not know Chakraborty's production design is rem- 1972, 1977 from Kangan and 1983 from Darhal in Rajouri District . In between he He persistently struggled for grant of Scheduled Tribe Status to Gujjars and about. Aseem Arrora and Parveez iniscent of the bygone era. Costumes are served as a Minister in 's Cabinet in 1972 and 1977, as a Deputy Bakarwals of Jammu and Kashmir. in this connection, he continued to lead delega- Shaikh's screenplay is effective and tight. realistic. The ones worn by Vaani are Minister in 1971 and 1977 and as a Minister of State from 1977 to 1980. In 1980, he tions to Union Governments to apprise them directly about the issue. It was prima- However, the film could have been appealing. VFX is overall satisfactory resigned from Abdullah's cabinet for his resentment over the grant of Scheduled rily due to his consistent efforts and his personal commitment to this cause that the tighter in the first half. The dialogues are though a few scenes are not as real. Tribe status to Gujjars and Bakarwals (subsequently granted in 1991) and for not Gujjars and Bakarwal were enlisted as Scheduled Tribes in J&K in 1991. simple and some of them will create Chandan Arora's editing is neat. providing due share to his tribe in Cabinet and other spheres of life. Death and burial frenzy in cinemas. But a few technical On the whole, BELL BOTTOM is a Later life Mian Sahib passed away on 14 August 2021 at 8.40 PM at his native village. He dialogues might go bouncer for the mass complete entertainer meant for the big was 98 years old. His body was entombed on the following day in the shrine of Baba In 1980, he left active politics and solely devoted himself to his spiritual role, audiences. screen. Kudos to Akshay Kumar, Vashu preaching hadith, tafsir and other branches of religious education. Having been an Ji Sahib RA located at Babanagari Wanghat Kangan, in Ganderbal District, 45 KM from Srinagar - the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Ranjit M Tewari's direction is Bhagnani and the entire team for pulling influential orator, he was able to convince people about Islamic teachings, Sufism, supreme and he seems in great form as off a film of this scale in the pandemic etc. He performed Hajj twice. He was also the head of Gujjar Jirga (a tribal system With the death of Mian Sahib, an era of enlightenment and education has come to an end. Though, the tribal community in J&K has lost a great and visionary compared to what he was in his last film and also releasing it when cinemas of arbitration whereby the disputes among tribal groups are resolved amicably. LUCKNOW CENTRAL [2017]. He tries haven’t opened everywhere. Definitely a Padama Bhushan Award leader, his legacy in terms of his contribution and teachings will continue to inspire and guide his immediate followers and the generations to come. his best to keep the film as simple and step forward as far as the revival of the In 2008 Mian Bashir Larvi was conferred with the third highest civilian award gripping as possible. He also keeps in film industry is concerned. "Padam Bhushan" by Government of India, for his outstanding contribution and As per the will of the departed soul, his son Mian Altaf Ahmad, a former Minister and renowned Gujjar leader, is the new Gaddi Nisheen of the said Shrine. mind that it’s a commercial film which Courtesy: https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/ BEAUTYTIPS HEALTHLINES Raksha Bandhan Make Up O-Health initiative for Jammuites ed during the day. Daytime make-up has to be light and carefully done. If you Excelsior Correspondent patients possible", said the founder. have a clear skin, leave out foundation. At the time when most of the doctors were finding it hard The global pandemic wreaked havoc across countries and to connect with their patients due to the pandemic, this serv- After cleansing, apply a sunscreen with posed a grave challenge to the healthcare industry. While it a built-in moisturizer. Then apply pow- ice proved as a major boon to the common man. 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