New York music industry forms the backdrop where AJ (Bobby), a composer and singer, is the current chart topper after giving five consecutive hits. Then, there is Reggie (Upen), an extremely talented upcoming singer, who is finding it difficult to get that elusive break. So, to reach the top fast, he has an affair with Sheena (Celina), AJ's PR personnel. But soon he gets attracted to Ruhi (Kangana) whom AJ is in love with. Seeing his own world crumbling in front of him, an extremely jealous AJ, ably aided by Sheena, stoop to their lowest to ruin Reggie's musical career. What follows next, is a fast paced drama full of betrayal, deceit and conspiracy between an established singer and a talented newcomer. Unlike his previous Bollywood style movies, director Suneel Darshan tackles this modern day drama with stunning, eye catching locations with elan. But one cannot fail to notice that Darshan gets his inspiration from Milo Forman's flick, Amadeus (1984), becoming more evident in the latter part of the movie. Being a musical, the songs 'Thade Vaste', 'Namumkin' and title track are cleverly choreographed in the eye catching locales of South Africa. Bobby Deol and Upen Patel do full justice to their roles but it is Upen who grabs your attention. Still a Bollywood newcomer, he effectively portrays the talent, passion, attitude of Reggie's character in the film. As for Bobby, he is in a league of his own as the ruthless, manipulative and cut throat AJ. A true professional! Celina and Kangna not only look stunningly beautiful but also give able support to the two stars. On the whole, Shakalaka Boom Boom is a fast paced entertainer with all the ingredients typically Darshan style.
Reviewed by Manish Gajjar
BBC Bollywood Correspondent  | 
