Guest guest Posted February 20, 2004 Report Share Posted February 20, 2004 Happened to see "Rudraksha"...looks like the very first main stream Hindi movie that deals with the chakras, the power of Rudrakshas, powers of the divine - presented in a very commercial manner. Takes the mantra tantra mythology etc etc in a matter of fact manner, and runs with the plot - lots of shlokas and mantras are the background score and movie producers/directors seem to be followers of Lord Shiva. Story line is the battle of good over evil but lots of techno-glitz and special effects, something there for everyone, catered to the masses. Movie starts at a point that is connected to the Great Lanka War (Ramayana), seemingly inspired from Indiana Jones. Seeks to portray divinity in a very different light, in comparison to the traditional Indian movies...very differently to a point where it might not be acceptable to some.. I think this might very well lead to a resurgence of the populace to pursue the divine. (haven't finished watching it). This is a new release Hindi movie which is available off the local Indian DVD rental (Yes, http://www.Netflix.com does carry Hindi movies). DVDs have subtitles. If you are mildly curious, might be worth a see. Shiva Bhakta shivaum/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2004 Report Share Posted February 20, 2004 Hi Shiva Bhakta ... Thanks for the tip, sounds like a great film! For those who don't do the online rental thing and can't find the DVD locally, I just checked and the reliable, U.S.-based online Indian movie store Nehaflix has it (with English subtitles, if you want 'em) for US $17.99. Their review is here: http://store.nehaflix.com/rudrakshdvd2.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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