Madhoshi
Madhoshi is a 2004 Bollywood film. It is directed by Tanveer Khan and stars Bipasha Basu, John Abraham, Shweta Tiwari and Priyanshu Chatterjee. Anupama Kaul (played by Bipasha Basu) is a woman whose sister lives in New York. One day she gets a call from her sister and while they are talking on the phone, her sister is killed by the 9/11 attacks. Anupama is devastated. A few years later Anu is happily engaged to Arpit Oberoi (played by Priyanshu Chatterjee); then Arpit leaves for America for business reasons and Anu is wooed by a man named Aman (played by John Abraham).
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Plot Summary
A disturbed woman named Anupama is haunted by the memories of her past lover, a relationship that ended tragically. Her life becomes more complicated when she falls for another man, who tries to help her overcome her trauma. However, her past continues to cast a dark shadow, leading to escalating psychological turmoil and dangerous situations.
Critical Reception
Madhoshi received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised Bipasha Basu's performance and the film's attempt at a psychological thriller, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is generally considered a commercial and critical disappointment.
What Reviewers Say
- Bipasha Basu delivers a strong performance as the troubled protagonist.
- The film attempts a psychological thriller narrative but is hampered by a weak script and predictable twists.
- The music and cinematography are often cited as minor positives amidst the overall criticism.
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Fun Fact
The film marked the on-screen pairing of Bipasha Basu and John Abraham, who were a couple in real life at the time of its release.
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