Review of Umrao Jaan (2006) by Catie Liz M — 28 Aug 2010

Magnifique! super casting!

Ã§a fini mal & toc pour ceux qui pensent les films Indiens finissent toujours bien!

This review of Umrao Jaan (2006) was written by Catie Liz M on 28 Aug 2010.

Umrao Jaan has generally received positive reviews.

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By Temi O (3) on 25 Dec 2007

I tried to see the original one with Rekha but it did not quite work for me primarily because Aishwarya was very believable in this movie...outstanding…

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By Susan G (109) on 25 Dec 2007

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By Renee L (143) on 10 Aug 2009

I LOVE the choreography in this movie. Such a heartbreaking tale, but again, the chemistry between Aishwarya and Abhishek is amazing…

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By Shelly H (14) on 08 Nov 2007

Beautiful and touching. I must say it again: I love Ash and Abhi acting together, they have great chemistry…

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By Kandra A (33) on 01 Feb 2008

Aishwarya Rai is soOo beautiful. She's such a perfect match with real-life husband Abhishek Bachchan in this film…

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By Jerry A (280) on 29 Oct 2007

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By Zarinah H (95) on 15 Jan 2008

Having been a fan of the 1981 classic starring Rekha in the title role, I wasn't sure what to expect, but was more than staisfied by the amazing…

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