Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

Today when I was browsing through one of the list of best bollywood laughs I saw this movie rated as 5.6 . It was shocking for me because this movie is one of the greatest laugh riots ever made in bollywood. The duo of David Dhawan and Govinda continues to create magic and the result is a cracking slapstick comedy. Govinda however outperforms every other actor but still Amitabh, Raveena and Paresh are suited in their role. The confusion of double role heightens the laughter with tongue in cheek dialogues.Though you miss Kadar Khan(however he has a guest appearance) but Satish Kaushik and Anupam Kher are awesome in their roles. There is only one reason to miss this movie, if you do not like Govinda otherwise I strongly recommend this hilarious musical drama.

This movie came at a time when every big heroine wanted to act opposite either to the Khans or Govinda. Govinda was at the top of his game in those days. Even his flop movies used to do more business than average movies. Especially David Dhawan and Govinda combination was like Shahrukh-K Jo combination.Amitabh was trying his hand at his comeback.He desperately needed a hit at that time.This movie and "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" were released on the same day. Though KKHH went on to become a blockbuster, this movie was nonetheless entertaining.Raveena was probably the only actress after Karishma who could match up to Govinda's standards. Even though she was nothing when compared to Karishma who shared an incomparable chemistry with Govinda, she was only other possible alternative. This was the second last time Amitabh had a heroine opposite him(the last being "Suryavansham"). Though he looked old, but curvaceous and wholesome Ramya Krishnan was not a wrong choice to be casted opposite him.Anupam Kher and Satish Kaushik provided full entertainment in supporting roles. Songs were typical Govinda style with "Kisi Disco Mein Jaayein" and "Makhna" being the top chart-busters of that time. Bollywood was so much of fun in those days. If one makes these kind of movies today, it won't run for even a week, but it certainly entertained people in those days.One of the things to be noted was Govinda towering over Amitabh. It was evident that Govinda was in charge here and not the Bachchan.

Bade Miyan Chote Miyan review :

A much needed hit for Amitabh Bachchan in his otherwise dull late 90s phase; Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (BMCM) saw him collaborating with the super successful Govinda - David Dhawan jodi for a mindless zany entertainer which struck the right chord with the audience.

Released during Diwali weekend in 1998, BMCM was inspired from multiple sources from Bollywoods Angoor (1982) to Hollywoods Bad Boys (1995). It had both Amitabh and Govinda in double roles - as cops and chors- whose "adla badli" leads to some hilarious situations. Kader Khan in a cameo, is also in a double role and that restaurant scene still makes me laugh. So does Satish Kaushik's Sharafat Ali and his jhonga jeep story..

The sexy Ramya Krishnan was cast opposite Big B while Raveena Tandon grooved with Govinda to "Kisi Disco mein jaaye". The only film to feature Amitabh and Madhuri together, the Makhna item number became the films highlight.

This was amongst the last hit of Amitabh's glorious innings as lead hero (starting from early 70s) and he began a fresh innings in 2000 by taking on the highly appreciated character role in Aditya Chopra's Mohabbatein as well as appearing as the host in Kaun Banega Crorepati. New millenium - new change. Thats Bachchan Senior for you who always re-invented himself with the times.

As for BMCM, it remains a complete timepass entertainment leaving you no time to think and ponder; I still enjoy it whenever it plays on satellite tv. Dont miss if you havent seen yet!!

Regards, Sumeet Nadkarni

I strongly believe remakes (no dubs) are original enough to be given independent rating. Hence I would benchmark BMCM(Bade Miyaan CHote Miyaan) with itself.

Give your brains, stressed minds some rest and laugh your heart out watching this fun riot. Govinda's funny accent, coupled with Amitabh's acting, Satish Kaushik's on-liners this movie has everything that entertainment can define.

Agreed that the actresses in this movie were dampeners, but their roles were not. The movie has terrific one liners, comical setup, exciting and funny finish. Songs are colorful and funny too. Best one for me being "Makhna..." with Madhuri.

It is surely one of those movies which you can pick up when you are not sure what to watch. Go for it folks!

One of the best "Amitabh comeback" movies I liked. This was the phase when Govinda was going strong with Dhawan. The songs were awesome and totally as we call it "masti" type. An evergreen entertainer with the likes of the multifaceted Anupam Kher chipping in. The story line has a lot of hilarious twists and turns as is known for David Dhawan's potboilers. With a timely appearance by Mrs.Madhuri "Nene" Dixit, it was a total riot towards the end. It was great to see Amit perform with such force and humor after a long exile. Although some may consider it a typical "Bollywood Masala" movie, I would watch it any day. I am giving it an easy 8 out of 10 just for being pure Bollywood.