Jaan-E-Mann (2005)

50% of critics liked it
(8 reviews)
73% of users liked it
(6,424 ratings)

Bollywood bad-boy Salman Khan stars in screenwriter/director Shirish Kunder's romantic tale of two men who share an intense love the same woman, but just can't seem to find the words to express their heartfelt feelings. Suhaan (Khan) is the kind of college stud that every woman on campus longs for;… More Bollywood bad-boy Salman Khan stars in screenwriter/director Shirish Kunder's romantic tale of two men who share an intense love the same woman, but just can't seem to find the words to express their heartfelt feelings. Suhaan (Khan) is the kind of college stud that every woman on campus longs for; a wannabe rock star whose smooth way with words can melt hearts, he longs to be with the beautiful Piya (Preity Zinta). But Suhaan isn't the only man on campus with eyes for the Piya, because loveable dreamer Agastya (Akshay Kumar) also harbors deep feelings for the girl. Though the fun-loving trio is virtually inseparable on campus, neither the ultra-smooth Suhaan or the lovably nerdy Agastya can muster the courage to make their love known to the unassuming object of their affections. Ten years after college graduation, Suhaan has become a famous singer and Agastya a highly-respected astronaut; yet despite their success in life, both men's for Agastya still goes unspoken. When fate brings the long-separated trio together once again on an idyllic afternoon, fond memories rapidly resurface and an undying love soon underscores the happy reunion. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 2 hr. 51 min.
Directed By: Shirish Kunder
Written By: Shirish Kunder
Genres: Romance, Art House & International, Sports & Fitness, Comedy, Drama, Musical & Performing Arts

In Theaters: Oct 20, 2006 Wide
On DVD: Feb 19, 2002
Studio: Adlab Films

Critic Reviews

V.A. Musetto, New York Post
We keep waiting for one of those outlandish musical treats to bring some life to the clichéd script. Kunder throws in a few breaks, but they're tepid and brief.
Anita Gates, New York Times
Jaan-E-Mann (the title means 'beloved') has many of its genre's shortcomings, including a shaky hold on the line between farce and stupidity and a soapy, melodramatic denouement. But it also has personable stars.
John Anderson, Newsday
Why every New Yorker has a British accent is a mystery, but the musical number built around Piya and Agastya's engagement is worth its weight in rupees.
Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com
Leave it to the ever-grating Salman Khan to render anyone's efforts moot.
Ted Murphy, Murphy's Movie Reviews
The film has some minor flaws which do not fully deter from one's enjoyment. Kunder, who also wrote the screenplay, stages some spectacular musical numbers -- some of the best seen in recent years. The musical score by Anu Malik is lovely and enjoyable.
David Chute, L.A. Weekly
Viewers who are not already Bolly-heads are likely to be appalled.
Poonam Joshi, BBC
Fantasy, wit and biting humour combine, breathing life into the otherwise staid 'love triangle' formula.
Maitland McDonagh, Film Journal International
The film's transition from sight gags to tear-stained family drama is especially abrupt, and most of the musical sequences are undistinguished.

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Leo L

A hilarious movie! Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar are obviously great together. Their vast friendship in the movie depict an amazing connection. Preity Zinta is also fantastic. Great music. Funny! Absolutely loved Salman Khan dressed up in various costumes, especially the Elvis suit as… More
A hilarious movie! Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar are obviously great together. Their vast friendship in the movie depict an amazing connection. Preity Zinta is also fantastic. Great music. Funny! Absolutely loved Salman Khan dressed up in various costumes, especially the Elvis suit as well as a female in the night club scene.

Cast

Salman Khan
as Suhaan Kapoor
Akshay Kumar
as Agastya Rao
Preity Zinta
as Piya Goyal

Anupam Kher
as Bonny Singh
Soni Razdan
as Piya's Mother
Javed Sheikh
as Piya's Father

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Jaan-E-Mann (2005)

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