Pehla Nasha

1993
2h 11m

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A down and out actor, Deepak Bakshi (Deepak Tijori), who has a phobia and deep fear of enclosed spaces, goes to live as a care-taker in an multi-storied apartment, belonging to his friend Vi... Read allA down and out actor, Deepak Bakshi (Deepak Tijori), who has a phobia and deep fear of enclosed spaces, goes to live as a care-taker in an multi-storied apartment, belonging to his friend Vijay (Jayant Kripalani), while he is away. His friend shows him a telescope which is used f... Read allA down and out actor, Deepak Bakshi (Deepak Tijori), who has a phobia and deep fear of enclosed spaces, goes to live as a care-taker in an multi-storied apartment, belonging to his friend Vijay (Jayant Kripalani), while he is away. His friend shows him a telescope which is used for spying on a neighborhood building which houses a beautiful woman. Deepak takes to spyin... Read all

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8narender-72592

Underrated Gem from Bollywood

Hi guys already watched this film as a kid when it released in 1993. But again watching it after so many years in 2024. Though it's a remake of a hollywood movie Body Double, that I didn't know as a kid, that's the reason I enjoyed it very much. In those days usually comedy or romantic movies were made but suspense thrillers were very rare. So it was something new or fresh for me. Though it was flopped upon its release but it was engaging. It might have worked if it was made in recent times. Only problem with this movie is it's main lead. Deepak Tijori was fine actor but was more suitable for supporting roles. It could have made wonders if it was made with a more popular actor of thta time like Aamir or Shah Rukh. I think Aamir could have done this role better. Music too was low for me. Must watch!!!!

8anirbanbh-51263

Nice one !

This movie is from a simpler time, when black and white characters, hearts of gold or damsels in distress existed in cinemas. It is a typical early nineties movie, with its naive-ness and unsophisticated characters. Good luck if you can find a good print for the movie, but it will not disappoint. It can hold your attention for a single watch.

4shaileshmkawale

An average suspense thriller

The movie is suspense thriller and it had a shock value at the time of its release. However, the culprit can be guessed easily if someone can read lip movements which is no that hard here. I wish the director had taken some other camera angle. But if someone can't read that then this movie is interesting. But then don't have too much expectations. The film belongs to 90s era and the suspense is also for that era audience.

One dragging point is that hero is sacred of dark so you can't expect him to investigate the mystery. He could have been shown as a complete actor but due to poor characterization, he looks only a chocolate boy. Songs are good.

It is a one time watch if you don't have anything else to do.

ametaphysicalshark

Typical yet solid remake of "Body Double"

As is the norm with Bollywood, this remake is uncredited, but that's another story for another time. "Pehla Nasha" is the directorial debut of "Lagaan" director Ashutosh Gowariker, who is arguably one of the best and most honest directors in Bollywood right now. I don't normally follow Bollywood, but I've seen more Indian films than most middle class Canadians, and Gowariker never fails to astonish me with the sheer gulf in class between his directorial abilities and that of most of his peers.

Anyway, about the film, I haven't seen it in a long time and I'd imagine it would be pretty hard to find outside India. All I remember was quite liking it and thinking it was about as good as the original, which I never thought of as one of DePalma's better films.

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This is the only time superstars Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan came together, even if it is a cameo. They have been in acting for over 20 years but have not yet appeared in a full fledged movie.