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Voxitype Good films always raise compelling questions, whether the format is fiction or documentary fact.

BeSummers Funny, strange, confrontational and subversive, this is one of the most interesting experiences you'll have at the cinema this year.

Allison Davies The film never slows down or bores, plunging from one harrowing sequence to the next.

manuvjohn-42179 After watching this movie i'm simply amazed with the performance of Mr. Hritik Roshan, Legendary actor Mr. Amitabh Bachan and Mrs. Preety Chinta, Mr. Booman Irani, they all done brilliant Job here, storytelling was superb that going to keep you on the edge of your seat for the whole time. Also the songs in the movie are beautiful. My most Favorite 'Abh kuch Kar ke dekhana hai'. Now the most Important lesson which i took from this movie is how important to have a lakshya in our life and to chase we need to be self-disciplined. so inspiring that every time when i want a boost, i see the whole movie again and again and it still counts as it add something new every time. A must watch movie.

pari Re watched Lakshya after many years, calling it Hrithik most underrated film/Performance would be stating the obvious. No one else could have done justice to the character of Karan ,showcasing different facets of his personality as his character goes on this journey of self discovery, bringing forth smallest nuances in such understated way and not resorting to flashy troupes.Javed Akhtar creates engaging screenplay balancing each phase of Karan life and many dialogues in film deserve applause(Scenes talking of War from Soldier POV).Farhan has done Fantastic job balancing entertainment aspect without compromising on authenticity of Army background of film. It is indeed one of best films made on Indian Army.The Film BGM excellent too.Production design,Cinematography Art department,costumes all deserve praise. Only minor criticism of hair design remains(Preity both hairstyle & Hrithik in flashback portions)

singhal-himanshu My romance with Farhan Akhtar's Lakshya started in 2004, when I saw the flick for the first time at a Delhi cinema theater. 4 years down the line…the affair continues. It was an instant connect. The cinematography, the characterization, the modern 21st century look, fantastic news hairdos of the lead actors and the haunting background music that just grows on you. For me, Lakshya is definitely in the league of some of the best movies I have ever seen. The Godfather, Rocky, Pulp Fiction, E.T.(Extra Terrestrial), Million Dollar Baby, Gladiator & Forrest Gump were all amazing…but none of them had the soul and the intensity of Lakshya. The film's protagonist Karan Shergill (Hrithik Roshan) is a rich, aimless, laid back individual with no ambition or drive in life. Much to his father's dismay, while his peers are busy making decisions about their careers and lives in general, Karan is happy chilling and just going along with the crowd. His only form of stability comes in the form of Romy (Preity Zinta), his girlfriend, who has a completely different take on life. Independent and ambitious, she knows exactly what she wants and how she plans to achieve it. Exasperated by his father's consistent digs and comparisons to his older brother, Karan decides to join the army only to give up a few days later. Appalled by his poor attitude, Romy dumps him, driving Karan to return to the army once again. This time round, the experience proves to be a turning point in his life. His attitude soon changes which gradually transforms him into a man who discovers both himself and his future goals. And then from his goal of joining the army, to his goal of winning the battle for his country…to his goal of getting the love of his life….he just goes on to achieve things he always wanted. Its not that I have a fondness for underdogs…or anything, but it's the sheer intensity, the sheer energy of this movie that attracts me towards it. There are only two reasons, I love "Lakshya". One, superb characterization by Farhan Akhtar and second Hrithik Roshan looks just perfect as Karan Shergill. Lakshya is without doubt, technically exhilarating. An inspiring and polished piece of cinema, the movie gets an altogether new meaning due to the cinematography of Christopher Popp, which mesmerizes. The peaks of Ladakh, and ruins of Delhi have been captured with such finesse; it makes you wonder why Bollywood filmmakers shoot abroad when there are such stunning visuals nearer home. The cliff-hanging scene coupled with some of the battle sequences too are mind blowing. The music by Shankar Ehsaan Loy, though not chart busting, matches the mood of the film. It is difficult to forget the thump in the title song "Lakshya" and the determination on Hrithik's face. Despite good performances by Big B and Zinta, the star of the show is undoubtedly Hrithik Roshan, who does an excellent job as Karan Shergill. What I like about his character is his transformation from a lazy lout to a man….with determination visible on his face. His performance is so believable, that for a moment I really forgot I was sitting inside a cinema theater watching a movie. The first sequence of the movie where Amitabh Bacchan talks about how important it is to do things perfectly, and asks Karan Shergill to adjust a painting on his wall…that looks tilted towards one side…reflects the attitude with which the film has been made. Lakshya, for me, depicts Karan's transformation. It shows how the Army, and its disciplined, selfless and spartan existence molds an impressionable young individual accustomed to a hedonistic lifestyle, into a mature human being who can think and act for himself. A movie I have seen countless number of times…and have enjoyed every bit of.

HeadleyLamarr After seeing liking Dil Chahta Hai and Don I wanted to see other films by Farhan Akhtar. Lakshya surprised me quite a bit. The coming of age of an aimless young man (Karan played by Hritik Roshan) was shown quite well in this film. His motivation is love, he decides to stop drifting and joins the army, after a false start he does shape up and then realizes he might have lost his love (Romi - Preity Zinta) to someone else in the process. Posted near the Kargil border his bravery and dedication to his country is amply tested. He also encounters Romi as a war journalist. In the end he does reach his Lakshya - his goal, and achieves personal growth in the process.The movie is beautifully shot in locale in Delhi, Dehradun and in Kashmir. The scenery is stunning and some of the war footage is mind blowing. There is a rock climbing episode that will remind the viewer of the Guns of Navarone but is spectacular all the same. Mr. Roshan make a very believable war hero and seems well capable of the heroics he performs. Miss Zinta is good in a not so major role.. The big B is very restrained as Col. Damle and the rest of the cast does their job really well. The music is good except for the first song with Hritik dancing in front of all the mirrors - that is just bad. The story has some inconsistencies - why is she the only journalist at the front line? How did they let her in so close to the fighting? But in the end Lakshya is a serious story about the journey into adulthood, and becoming man enough to shoulder responsibilities that come your way. Watch it - but be warned, it is not a popcorn flick!