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MOVIE-REVIEW SOCIETY A powerful courtroom drama Stop Ragging OLLY LLB 2 is a satirical courtroom drama that comments on the legal system as a whole and the effect that the judi- Dr. Jyoti Sharma way. It makes one change one' eccentric behavior. It creates Jcial system has on the common man. The film starts off self- awareness. Those who endure it get embolden. They with the ‘two-wheeler’ entry of Jagadishwar Mishra aka ‘Jolly’, The main objective of ragging is to 'break become courageous. They get used to facing hardships in life. the very man who becomes instrumental in the mass-copying of They learn to face unpleasant situation boldly. Many a time, it the school children’s English exams. So much confidence Jolly the ice' between the senior students and is seen that the juniors and the seniors become very good friends has in his English, that he claims that even ‘Obama’s mother the new entrants. By means of an interaction, cannot fail any student’ this time. Amidst all this, Jolly, who after the ragging period. works as an assistant to the extremely renowned lawyer Rizvi they get close and know each other. Conclusion: In the beginning, 'ragging' was an amusing saab, keeps on dreaming about breaking free from the ‘clutches’ practice. It has degenerated into an evil. It has become a syn- But in practice, it is nothing but a kind of torture. Ragging onym for 'torture'. It should be banned. The supreme court of of his boss and go independent. In an attempt to realise his is any disorderly conduct whether spoken or written or by an dream, Jolly lands up cheating a helpless and pregnant Hina India has defined it as. "Any disorderly conduct whether by act which causes annoyance, hardship or psychological harm words spoken, or written or by act which adversely affect the Siddiqui (Sayani Gupta), whose husband was killed in a fake or raises fear or shame in a student. It is generally committed encounter. When Hina realizes that she had got cheated by Jolly, physique or psyche of fresher or a junior student is an act of by 'senior' students, upon the first year students. Ragging gen- she commits suicide. The news of Hina’s suicide disturbs Jolly ragging." But if through ragging the decency and morals are vio- erally takes place in colleges and hostels. They are many tales immensely that he starts getting nigtmares about her. As repen- lated, one's body gets injured, if any wrongful restraint and tance, Jolly decides to take up the case for which Hina had given of torture and humiliation that are associated with ragging. The criminals intimidation is involved in it, then ragging becomes up her life. No sooner Jolly decides to take up the case, he is new students feel that they are in for a series of practical jokes a legal offence. For such cases, there are certain punishments faced with strong opposition in the form of the superlatively at the hands of the senior students. Once they fall experienced and ‘street smart’ Pramod Mathur (Annu Kapoor), into the clutches of the latter, they don't find a way who represents the case on behalf of his client, the accused to escape. There are a few senior students in every Inspector Suryaveer Singh (Kumud Mishra). The man in charge hostel who don't take enough interest in studies. of delivering the judgment is the Bollywood-loving Justice They indulge in ragging, bullying etc. They create Sunderlal Tripathi (Saurabh Shukla), who, despite his frail heart an image of themselves as rowdies. No one dares to condition, is torn between his duties as a judge and as a father of interfere with their ways. At the start of every aca- a to-be-married daughter. When the world turns totally against demic session, the media brings the news of sui- Jolly, the one person who stands by him is his wife Pushpa cides by new entrants, who no longer can bear the Pandey (Huma Qureshi). Will the rock solid support from his disgrace, ignominy and dishonor inflicted on them wife help Jolly win the case against the humongous system by their seniors. Ragging has caused intense fear which relies on power and politics, does Jolly single handedly and shattered the trust and ability of the new stu- manage to win the case of the late Hina Siddiqui and deliver jus- dents to make sound judgment about the people tice to her family or does Jolly succumb to the hands of the big (seniors) around them. daddies, is what forms the rest of the film. ers of JOLLY LLB 2 have kept the courtroom drama scenes and Some people feel that it is a socio-cultural prob- When JOLLY LLB 2’s promos were released, it gave us a the state of the Indian judicial system as realistic as possible, glimpse of what to expect from the film. The film, in totality, without resorting to any kind of glorification of any of these lem. The truth is that in some cases, ragging has does not disappoint as it exposes the harsh truth of today’s law aspects. The filmmaker cracks jokes on their own characters, occasionally, ended in fighting, serious injuries, rather than caricaturing or dramatising things, which will find and even deaths, leading to the ruin of some bril- its connect with the audiences. The film even has a measured liant careers. Senior students tease the new stu- What works in the film’s favour is the and calculated dose of action scenes (Parvez Shaikh), which are dents about their looks and manners. The tall and realistic setting that’s peppered with in sync with the film’s narrative. Do not miss the scenes like the short, the fat and the lean, all become easy tar- Akshay Kumar’s impromptu brainwave while fighting his first gets. Students wearing glasses, have their glasses fast-paced satirical humour. While the case, Saurabh Shukla’s telephonic conversation with his darling snatched away and are made to read without them. film has its share of a handful of witty daughter over a Manish Malhotra lehenga, the dharna scene Few are made to bow before the senior students and between Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla, Akshay Kumar’s forced to greet them with folded hands. Sometimes one liners (majorly in the form of change of heart after Sayani Gupta’s suicide. A special mention the eatables brought by the new students are eaten to the film’s climax speech by Akshay Kumar, which is extreme- by the seniors in the formers' presence. Ragging is ly clap worthy. ‘Akshay-isms’), it’s the film’s dialogues a sort of mock interview of the new entrants. The As for the performances, it’s the power packed enactment by senior students take the position of the interview- (Subhash Kapoor) which come across the trio of Akshay Kumar, Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla, which acts as the film’s forte. Even though the film’s first half ers, while the new students become the intervie- as powerful and hard-hitting. rides majorly on the ‘tried and tested’ shoulders of Akshay wees. Sometimes, there are probing and indecent Kumar, the second half sees Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla, questions about the minutes details that hardly in UGC's anti-ragging guidelines which include a fine up to RS and order. The film’s screenplay (Subhash Kapoor) is extremely who, alongwith Akshay Kumar hold the film in a big way. matter. 25,000, cancellation of admission, with holding scholarship, eloquent. Full marks to Subhash Kapoor for successfully posi- Akshay Kumar, who plays the role of a lawyer for the first time A new student who resists becomes a target for harassment. tioning the film’s story as the David vs Goliath clash, which truly in his entire career, portrays his character with superlative élan He might be falsely accused of stealing a thing or things from a debarring from appearing for exams, suspension or expulsion depicts the flawed judicial system in India. Subhash Kapoor has and supreme confidence and brings in an array of emotions in senior. He would be put on a mock -trial. During the trial, he from hostel and rustication from a period of one to four semes- also managed to subtly (yet convincingly) touch upon the his role. Akshay once again shows what a powerful and talented might be forced to admit his guilt; he is pressurized by physi- ters. aspects like crime, terrorism, religion, society, actual courtroom performer he is, besides being one of the country’s biggest cal threats and humiliation. After the trail, the accused is asked Even the institutions where ragging is prevalent could be drama, present judicial system, human emotions and senti- superstars. Trailing him closely are the seasoned actors Annu to polish the shoes of his senior students. He could be asked to punished by withdrawing of affiliation or other privileges and ments in its raw form, without resorting to any kind of over the Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla. Annu Kapoor is brilliant in the role clean the clothes even. If the new entrants complain to the war- debarring from awarding any degree and withholding grants. top antics. As a film maker, he has managed to do all of this of a corrupt lawyer. His character becomes powerful majorly in den or any other authority, he becomes a target of regular Most authorities have tackled the problem with an iron hand. without being even a bit preachy. Besides, Subhash Kapoor has the film’s second half. And it’s more towards the climax that one harassment. More effective steps need to be taken to deal with the evil. Insti- also managed to exhibit the ‘procedures’ a common man has to gets to see his subdued performance. The supremacy of this As students come from different backgrounds, ragging can tutes should arrange counseling session for freshers so that they undergo in order to get justice, whereas, the rich and powerful man’s performance can be seen during the scenes where he have different effects on different individuals. Sometimes, sen- can speak their mind. Anti ragging cells should also be estab- manage to get away with any kind of crime. What works in the matches frame to frame and word to word during the argument ior students indulge in smoking, alcoholism and drug abuse that lished. A fresher party should be organized by the institutes film’s favour is the realistic setting that’s peppered with fast- sessions with Akshay Kumar in the film. Saurabh Shukla, on the compels the new students also to initiate in bad habits. itself within town weeks of the academic session so that junior paced satirical humour. While the film has its share of a handful other hand, is outstanding in the role of a frustrated judge who Ragging has some positive effect too on the new students. It and senior can easily interact with one another. of witty one liners (majorly in the form of ‘Akshay-isms’), it’s the can see everything, but does not always react. But, when the sit- influences the new students to behave in a socially acceptable film’s dialogues (Subhash Kapoor) which come across as power- uation demands, he can very strictly put his foot down and call (The author is Dy Director Planning Department) ful and hard-hitting. The film has its share of humour, but, in the shots with utmost authority. Despite Huma Qureshi being the form of ‘situational comedy’. the film’s leading lady, her performance gets overshadowed by HEALTHLINES After having directed films like PHAS GAYE RE OBAMA, the trio of Akshay Kumar, Annu Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla. JOLLY LLB and GUDDU RANGEELA, Subhash Kapoor as a She does a decent job, if not an outstanding one. Rest of the director brings yet another quirky film in the form of JOLLY characters are brilliant and do their job with utmost sincerity LLB 2. Despite the film being a sequel of JOLLY LLB, Subhash which shows in the film. Kapoor has taken utmost care to ensure that the sequel enjoys a On the whole, JOLLY LLB 2 comes across as a powerful cour- life of its own and does not come across as a mirror image/ clone toom drama which is laced with humour as well as emotions. of its predecessor. As compared to the film’s first half which sets Palliative Care With Akshay Kumar’s star power, positive word of mouth and up the ambience of the film and establishes all the characters, almost zero competition at the box office, JOLLY LLB 2 has the Dr Sourav Malhotra it’s the film’s second half which comes across as extremely pow- potential to grow huge at the box office. A must watch. erful and takes the film to a different level altogether. The mak- Courtesy :http://www.bollywoodhungama.com Palliative care is a care given to improve the quality of life of patients who have a serious or life-threatening dis- BOLLYWOOD-BUZZ ease, such as cancer. The goal of palliative care is to pre- vent or treat, as early as possible, the symptoms and side effects of the disease and its treatment, in addition to the related psychological, social, and spiritual problems. "I have experienced things to Since no two patients are alike, palliative care treat- ments are tailored to the individual based on his or her medical needs and his or her wishes for how they want to be treated physically, psychologically, and spiritually.It believe in ghosts" should begin at diagnosis and continue through treat- ment, follow-up care, and the end of life. Palliative care adds life to days rather than After directing some of Bollywood's box office hit horror series like Raaz, days to life. 1920, Creature 3D, film maker Vikram Bhatt has recently ventured into The goals of palliative care include: directing short films, in the same genre. He speaks exclusively to * Treating symptoms, including pain, nausea, breath- may assist in coordinating the appropriate services. For lessness, insomnia, and other physical issues caused by example, the team may direct patients and families to Shilpa Salwan about his latest short film 'Let's Play', produced by cancer or its treatment. resources that can help with financial counseling, under- Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films * Managing emotional and social needs, including standing medical forms or legal advice, or identifying anxiety, depression, and relationship issues local and national resources, such as transportation or to try and create pure undiluted Horror. * Addressing practical needs, such as transportation housing agencies. When did this story idea hit you? and financial concerns Spiritual: With a cancer diagnosis, patients and fam- In a flight back from London. I was there for a holiday * Providing support for family, friends, and caregivers ilies often look more deeply for meaning in their lives. with my daughter. When I was coming back, I was just * Addressing spiritual needs or concerns Some find the disease brings them more faith, whereas staring blankly into space and I must have looked so hor- Who gives palliative care? others question their faith as they struggle to understand rific, even the steward got worried. That's when this idea Often, palliative care specialists work as part of a mul- why cancer happened to them. An expert in palliative hit me : 4 people trapped in a house where they die one by tidisciplinary team to coordinate care. This palliative care care can help people explore their beliefs and values so one. We can't really answer this question without giving team may consist of doctors, nurses, registered dieti- that they can find a sense of peace or reach a point of the suspense away. cians, pharmacists, and social workers. Many teams acceptance that is appropriate for their situation. Is the 3D format better suited for this genre? include psychologists or a hospital chaplain as well. Oral care in palliative care: It depends you know, the problem with us is that you Palliative care specialists may also make recommenda- The basic principle of oral care in palliative care want to make a 3D film if you want things coming at us, in tions to primary care physicians about the management (OCPC) is focused primarily on the principle that good India specially, or else they will say ' Are isme to koi 3D of pain and other symptoms. oral hygiene is the fundamental for oral integrity. Early nhi hai yaar.' (smirks.) We don't believe in the immersive Role of Dental Surgeon clinical diagnosis of the oral lesions or conditions in the 3D experience of course. So, how many times can you do The palliative care team consists of specialists in vari- palliative patients should be done and appropriate that gimmick? So, unless it's a tool of story telling, it does- ous fields of medicine who provides care and treatment actions must be instituted to minimize pain and suffering n't really make sense. to the patients. A dental surgeon can help to improve the by giving the symptomatic relief. The causes of oral You said in an interview earlier: “Apart from 6- quality of life of the patients. Mouth is the most impor- lesions may be fungal, viral, bacterial, ulcerative, 7 stars who sell, the rest is about making your tant organ of expression and it is most often affected in immunosupression, radiation, lack of oral hygiene, and own films and selling it” is that the reason the later stages of diseases. Oral cavity is home for a great so on. The common oral problems in palliative patients cast has no big stars? number of micro organisms which aggravates the disease includes, xerostomia (dry mouth), sore mouth, thrush, There are some genres worldwide that sell in the process. The patients need the help of a dentist to allevi- swallowing problems, sore lips, tastes/odor, soreness ate his discomfort and to live a better life. He can help the absence of stars too. One is Horror. No known cast is under dentures, heavy mucous, difficulty in speaking and required because when you are selling fear, people are patient right from the initial diagnosis of the condition pain from one or more of these problems. coming to get scared. If it was a Romance, then you would up to the relief of pain in the terminal stages of the dis- Who pays for palliative care? need a couple to look good on screen and you would need eases. Palliative care is often covered by individual health someone like SRK to fling his arms. Even Erotica is like Comprehensive palliative care will take the Horror, it sells without cast. following issues into account for each patient: insurance plans. If patients do not have health insurance Romance, Thriller, Masala, Fiction, Horror- Physical: Common physical symptoms include pain, or are unsure about their coverage, they should check Horror is synonymous with you now. Does that you have done it all. Which genre did you enjoy fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, shortness of with a social worker or their hospital's financial coun- help or are you under the pressure of raised the most? breath, and insomnia. Many of these can be relieved with selor. expectations? What I enjoy most is what I have not made as yet. I medicines or by using other methods, such as nutrition If you have been referred to a palliative care specialist, Oh yes, I know. (sighs.) Nobody else makes Horror, I would request Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films, therapy, physical therapy, or deep breathing techniques. your palliative care team can help you and your care- am the only one. See I am like a 'paw bhaji wala' selling if they would fund my dream genre that is Sci-fi. I just Emotional and coping: Palliative care specialists givers understand your diagnosis, treatment plan, and Horror to people. I understand that it is time to change. love Sci-fi. But then, I tell my mother about Quantum can provide resources to help patients and families deal prognosis, which is the chance of recovery. These may Making Horror is tough. Plan is to do unadulterated Physics and the parallel universes, she just asks me to with the emotions that come with a cancer diagnosis and change throughout the course of your illness, so continue Horror even in Bollywood films, like this short film. shut up and have the roti (laughs). cancer treatment. Depression, anxiety, and fear are only to have honest discussions with both your oncologist and Can you tell us the thought behind the name of Do you believe in ghosts? a few of the concerns that can be addressed through pal- your palliative care team.Dental professional are the your film “Let's Play” ? Yes, I definitely do. In fact, I have experienced inci- liative care. Experts may provide counseling, recommend important members of extended palliative team and they Just that nobody wants to be lonely. dents which make me believe in them. support groups, hold family meetings, or make referrals have number of key roles, including (a) training of pallia- What according to you is the advantage of the So what are the ingredients of a good horror to mental health professionals. tive care professionals, (b) management of complex oral short film format for such a genre? film? Practical: Cancer patients may have financial and problems, and (c) management of specific oral problems. In a normal Bollywood film, the music company funds Silence, darkness and focus on an object are three legal worries, insurance questions, employment con- Increased awareness by all health care professionals and you so that there are songs in the movie and songs mean ingredients for a horror movie. cerns, and concerns about completing advance direc- of palliative oral care would go a long way in providing a romantic story, story means the conflict of a story. All Any upcoming directional venture? tives. For many patients and families, the technical lan- relief, comfort, and consolation to terminally ill patients these dilute the fear that a Horror film in Hollywood can 1921 (starring Zareen Khan) to hit the screen in about guage and specific details of laws and forms are hard to and their families. produce. In this short film, I have been fortunate and free April or May. (TWF) understand. To ease the burden, the palliative care team (The author is - Bds, Mds (Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiologist)