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			<title>Volkswagen Vento</title>
			<link>http://www.geriroute.com/forum/thread/13/volkswagen-vento/</link>
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/0e75bfb612f01f0cfda964a044ccb856_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" />Volkswagen Vento<br /><br />1. In the flesh, the Volkswagen Vento is a good-looking car. Like its arch rival - the Honda City - it doesn't look like a hatch wit...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/0e75bfb612f01f0cfda964a044ccb856_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" />Volkswagen Vento<br /><br />1. In the flesh, the Volkswagen Vento is a good-looking car. Like its arch rival - the Honda City - it doesn't look like a hatch with a boot added on. Its lines are crisp, making it a proper three-box car. Speaking of the boot, its very spacious, as it is quite deep.<br /><br />2. The front-end looks slightly different from the Polo, especially in the treatment of the lower airdam. Perhaps VW could have modified the grille a wee bit to make it stand apart from its hatchback sibling (after all, they shouldn't make the same mistake as the Fiat Palio/Siena/Weekend). Since the Polo is a gorgeous hatchback, there is no denying the Vento's design appeal. The profile is clean yet sporty while the rear end treatment is balanced and proportionate. <br /><br />3. The C-pillar treatment along with the quarter-glass is neat - whether you see it from the outside or from the inside.<br /><br />4. VW India could have given the Vento the same bootlid opening as the Polo, where you depress the VW badge to release the hatch. But they decided against it because of the complexity involved in engineering it. It's a nice talking point on the Polo...]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator>Aman Taheam</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA[M&M plans to greet Diwali with a low cost mini SUV]]></title>
			<link>http://www.geriroute.com/forum/thread/12/m-m-plans-to-greet-diwali-with-a-low-cost-mini-suv/</link>
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/71ad19b0d1003379ffd14715c9805c60_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />In all probability, this year Diwali will see an ultra low cost new SUV from Mahindra & Mahindra. It is heard in hushed voices that the unique pricin...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/71ad19b0d1003379ffd14715c9805c60_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />In all probability, this year Diwali will see an ultra low cost new SUV from Mahindra & Mahindra. It is heard in hushed voices that the unique pricing of this new SUV will steal the thunder. It is speculated to be priced much lower than any compact SUV in market. To believe the rumors, this mini new SUV will set a tight competition in market. Currently trending Mahindra XUV 500, opened to an overwhelming response and managed to grab 25000 bookings across 19 cities in second stages of booking. The soaring popularity and demand of Mahindra XUV 500 has encouraged M&M to boost up the production capacity to 5000 units per month by August.<br /><br />Initially installed capacity of manufacturing plant was 3000 units which had to be enhanced to meet the growing demand for Mahindra XUV 500. The project to ramp up the production is an investment of around Rs 100 Crore but will come as a welcome respite to customers enduring long waiting period to own a XUV 500. With increased production and a new SUV in its kitty, M&M is definitely geared up to play big numbers.]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:45:36 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[modified & custom cars]]></title>
			<link>http://www.geriroute.com/forum/thread/11/modified-custom-cars/</link>
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/e41cc3a7cfde34ac20ad11f44b42a568_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />Maddest pictures of modified & custom cars, car tuning & styling photos, huge car show gallery, hot girls, modified used cars for sale.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/e41cc3a7cfde34ac20ad11f44b42a568_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />Maddest pictures of modified & custom cars, car tuning & styling photos, huge car show gallery, hot girls, modified used cars for sale.]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:23:18 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Suzuki GSX-R1000</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/e97ad41963d309ee9be152bc48c86405_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />For 2001, Suzuki introduced a new GSX-R model that replaced the largest and most powerful model of the GSX-R series sport bike, the GSX-R1100, with th...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/e97ad41963d309ee9be152bc48c86405_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />For 2001, Suzuki introduced a new GSX-R model that replaced the largest and most powerful model of the GSX-R series sport bike, the GSX-R1100, with the all new GSX-R1000. As the model name revealed, the engine's cylinder displacement was roughly 1,000 cc (61 cu in), about 100 cc smaller than its predecessor. The GSX-R1000 was not just an enlarged version of the GSX-R750, although it shared many features with its little brother. The main frame is the same in both models, but the material used on the big brother was .5 mm (0.020 in) thicker. Suzuki claimed the torsional rigidity of the frame had increased 10% in comparison with the GSX-R750.<br />The GSX-R1000 engine was a redesigned GSX-R750 engine. The R1000 had a 1 mm (0.039 in) bigger bore and 13 mm (0.51 in) longer stroke, newly designed pistons with lower crown, and gear-driven counter balancer. The engine weighed 130 lb (59 kg) which was slightly heavier than the 750 engine but 31 lb (14 kg) lighter than the engine of the GSX1300R. The performance of the engine is a peak of 160 bhp (120 kW) at 9,500 rpm, as measured on the crank and 143 hp (107 kW),[2] when measured on the rear wheel with small variations between different instances of the same model. The redline is set at 12,000 rpm. The maximum torque of the engine is 80 ft&#183;lbf (110 N&#183;m) at 8,000 rpm. Combined with a total (dry) weight of 374 lb (170 kg) this gives the GSX-R1000 a top speed of 179 mph (288 km/h), a 1/4 mile time of 10.1 seconds at 141.7 mph (228.0 km/h), and a 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) time of 3 seconds.<br />Using titanium for the exhaust down pipe(K1 model link pipe is black, K2 model link pipe is polished titanium) and the inside of the silencer, enabled the 1000s exhaust system to become 4 lb (1.8 kg) lighter than that of the 750[citation needed]. Titanium was also used in the front fork(Titanium-nitride) to coat the stanchions. An exhaust tuning valve had been mounted inside the exhaust pipe. Using a servo the system dynamically adjusted the exhaust back pressure, according to engine speed, throttle position, and gear selection for increased torque, lower emissions, and decreased noise&#8212;the (stock) exhaust noise of the GSX-R1000 is notably lower than that of the GSX-R600.<br />With the 2001 model of the GSX-R1000, the 1998 Yamaha YZF-R1 was finally surpassed with the GSX-R being lighter and more powerful.[3]<br />The 2001 model carried over to 2002 with minimal changes. 2002 introduced i.a. modifications to the fuel pump, clutch, front axle, torque link, mirrors, and luggage hooks. The manual fast-idle was replaced with a computer operated implementation (the "STV servo"). New colors, and new GSXR stickers.]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:07:51 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator>Daljeet Sembhy</dc:creator>
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			<title>Royal Enfield</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/8a73c2a12d80e05550dc0c3e617ae30f_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br /><br />Royal Enfield are the makers of famous Bullet brand in India. Established in 1955, Royal Enfield is among the oldest bike companies. Although the co...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/8a73c2a12d80e05550dc0c3e617ae30f_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br /><br />Royal Enfield are the makers of famous Bullet brand in India. Established in 1955, Royal Enfield is among the oldest bike companies. Although the company is known for manufacturing motorcycles, it also produces bicycle, stationary engines, lawnmowers and rifles. Royal Enfield has its headquarters at Chennai in India. Bullet bikes are famous for their power, stability and rugged looks.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Models<br /><br />    Thunderbird<br />    Bullet 350<br />    Bullet Machismo 500<br />    Bullet Electra 5S<br /><br />About the Company<br />Royal Enfield was a brand of the Enfield Cycle Company, a British manufacturing firm. It started in India for the Indian Army 350cc bikes were imported in kits from the UK and assembled in Chennai. After a few years, the company started producing the 500cc Bullet. Thanks to its qualities, Bullet became popular in India.<br /><br />Bullet became known for sheer power, matchless stability, and rugged looks. It looked tailor-made for Indian roads. Motorcyclists in the country dreamt to drive it. It was particularly a favorite of the Army and Police personnel.<br /><br />In 1990, Royal Enfield ventured into collaboration with the Eicher Group, a leading automotive group in India, in 1990, and merged with it in 1994. Apart from bikes, Eicher Group is involved in the production and sales of Tractors, Commercial Vehicles, and Automotive Gears.<br /><br />Royal Enfield made continuously incorporating new technology and systems in its bikes. In 1996, when the Government of India imposed stringent norms for emission, Royal Enfield was the first motorcycle manufacturer to comply. It was among the few companies in India to obtain the WVTA (Whole Vehicle Type Approval) for meeting the European Community norms. Today, Royal Enfield is considered the oldest motorcycle model in the world still in production and Bullet is the longest production run model.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Bullet 350<br />One can be a part of classical prominence by having a ride on Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a macho bike which is stylish as well. The brawny is laden with plenty of attention grabbing features like traditional designing, astonishing power of 18 bhp from air cooled, 4 stroke engine, large wheels, and better sitting for superior riding.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Bullet 500<br />Royal Enfield Bullet 500 is a classic bike having vintage styling and striking. It is an environmentally friendly bike with lower emissions and increased fuel economy. The bike has hand-painted pin stripes, a 5-speed transmission, 7&#8221; double leading shoe front brake and dual seat further distinguish this model.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Bullet Electra Bike<br />Any biker who is passionate for speed, power and performance would love to ride Bullet Electra. The bike comes with generous power output, great stability and control with comfortable riding experience.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 5S<br />Royal Enfield Bullet Electra is a burly vehicle. A new version of Bullet Electra, it flaunts great looks with a teardrop fuel tank that can store 14.4 liters of fuel. The clunky lid adds style to the bike. The steely body with some pretty colors adds some nice contrast to Electra.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Bullet Machismo<br />Like all bullets, Machismo 500 too has muscular designing which, assisted by cutting-edge technology, makes a grand-looking bike. The heavy bike makes the heads turn when it moves on roads. With its huge pulling power, it can even climb sharp ascents on rough terrain with ease.<br /><br />Royal Enfield Thunderbird Bike<br />Royal Enfield Thunderbird is a powerful bike which ensures comfortable ride for its riders. Equipped with plenty of modern technology, it is a modern motorcycle which maintains the legacy of Bullet. All Thunderbird enthusiasts love to have smooth and reliable rides of Thunderbird.]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:06:18 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Volkswagen Beetle</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s small, practical, cute, almost like a gadget&#8230; who wouldn&#8217;t love it?  Full of flowers, strangely painted, wired or pure gold, it&#8217;s still the old, ...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[It&#8217;s small, practical, cute, almost like a gadget&#8230; who wouldn&#8217;t love it?  Full of flowers, strangely painted, wired or pure gold, it&#8217;s still the old, crazy, classic Beetle&#8230;<br />1938 &#8211; &#8220;Car of the force by means of joy&#8221; by Ferdinand Porsche. Cars are no more a priviledge of the rich people, the economy K&#228;fer is ready for the masses. Keywords? Best speed, consumption and price&#8230;<br /><br />1939 &#8211; Car &#8220;which could swim&#8220;  With the beginning of the second world war, the small, cute Beetle was adapted to the new situation.<br /><br />1945 &#8211; The war was over. Seriously damaged during this awful time, only a third part of the car factory in Wolfsburg stood up.<br /><br />1953 &#8211; After Porsche&#8217;s death -  &#8220;Volkswagen of Brasil&#8221; and the &#8220;Volkswagen of America&#8221; were built, followed in 1964 and 1966 by another two overseas branches the &#8220;Volkswagen de Mexico&#8221; and the factory of South Africa.<br /><br />1974 &#8211; Sales began to decrease and Beetle production was moved from Wolfsburg to Emden in order to make place to the new Volkswagen car: the Golf.<br /><br />1978 &#8211; European production definitively stopped. The cute Type 1 Beetle continued being built only in Mexico.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/a7cd2cdd90d9c0739ab0a7f98d01e702_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br /><br />2010 &#8211; Even if the production in Mexico has been stopped also (last Type 1 were produced in 2003), over  21 million  wonderful Volkswagen Bettle models built cover the roads of Earth.<br /><br />It was great to find all this information and put it together because I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS TIMELESS CAR!!!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/9333d9ac5acb754f18df42b559653bcb_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/d87ae34d25d111c5b4d4078884c6d7f2_view.jpg" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />Nazi Advertisment &#8211; 1939 &#8211; &#8220;Five marks a week you must put aside &#8211; If in your own car you want to ride!&#8221;]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:02:46 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Best Cars in India</title>
			<link>http://www.geriroute.com/forum/thread/6/best-cars-in-india/</link>
			<description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/6f20ac9b49d5f40ea08278038cd7bd4d_view.gif" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />The Indian auto market is flooded with new car launches thus choosing the best car is become cumbersome. Check out the best cars available in the Indi...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.geriroute.com/file/attachment/2012/02/6f20ac9b49d5f40ea08278038cd7bd4d_view.gif" alt="" class="parsed_image" /><br />The Indian auto market is flooded with new car launches thus choosing the best car is become cumbersome. Check out the best cars available in the Indian market right here at <b>GeriRoute.com</b> To determine the top cars in India, we have used the sales data of each car, the search volume on each car and user feedback of the cars. The list of most popular cars in India is presented below.]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:10:04 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Upcoming Car Launches in India</title>
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			<description>The list of upcoming cars in India is presented below. These upcoming cars are pretended to be available for sale for the general public in the near f...</description>
			<content:encoded>The list of upcoming cars in India is presented below. These upcoming cars are pretended to be available for sale for the general public in the near future. To keep the track of all upcoming cars in India, we are in touch with top officials of major car manufacturers. Some upcoming cars launch date may change as decided by the company. We make sure that we will provide the latest information so that you can keep a close track of all upcoming cars in India.! These upcoming cars in India can help anyone to get an idea about the Indian auto market and you can get latest information of all upcoming cars in India on GeriRoute.com</content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:05:17 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Latest Cars in India</title>
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			<description>The list of latest cars in India is presented below. To determine the latest cars we keep track of launch dates of all new cars models in India. The l...</description>
			<content:encoded>The list of latest cars in India is presented below. To determine the latest cars we keep track of launch dates of all new cars models in India. The launch date of some of the cars may change as decided by the company. We make sure that we update the same so that you can keep a close track of all latest cars in India!. These Latest cars in India can help anyone to get an idea about Indian car Market. and you can get Information of latest cars in India on GeriRoute.com</content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>iphone</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[iPhone<br /><br />From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<br />Page semi-protected<br />This article is about the line of smartphones by Apple. For other uses, see iPhone (...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[iPhone<br /><br />From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia<br />Page semi-protected<br />This article is about the line of smartphones by Apple. For other uses, see iPhone (disambiguation).<br />3D rendering of the iPhone 4S, the most recent generation of the iPhone<br />iPhone models<br /><br />    iPhone<br />    iPhone 3G<br />    iPhone 3GS<br />    iPhone 4<br />    iPhone 4S<br /><br />The iPhone (play /&#712;a&#618;fo&#650;n/ eye-fohn) is a line of Internet and multimedia-enabled smartphones marketed by Apple Inc. The first iPhone was unveiled by Steve Jobs, then CEO of Apple, on January 9, 2007,[1] and released on June 29, 2007. The 5th generation iPhone, the iPhone 4S, was announced on October 4, 2011, and released 10 days later.<br /><br />An iPhone can function as a video camera (video recording was not a standard feature until the iPhone 3GS was released), a camera phone, a portable media player, and an Internet client with email and web browsing capabilities, can send texts and receive visual voicemail, and has both Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity. The user interface is built around the device's multi-touch screen, including a virtual keyboard rather than a physical one.<br /><br />Third-party as well as Apple application software is available from the App Store, which launched in mid-2008 and now has over 500,000[2] "apps" approved by Apple. These apps have diverse functions, including games, reference, GPS navigation, social networking, security and advertising for television shows, films, and celebrities.<br /><br />There are five generations of iPhone models, each accompanied by one of the five major releases of iOS (formerly iPhone OS). The original iPhone was a GSM phone, and established design precedents, such as screen size and button placement, that have persisted through all models. The iPhone 3G added 3G cellular network capabilities and A-GPS location. The iPhone 3GS added a compass, faster processor, and higher resolution camera, including video recording at 480p.<br /><br />The iPhone 4 has a rear-facing camera (720p video) and a front facing camera (at a lower resolution) for FaceTime video calling and for use in other apps like Skype. The iPhone 4 featured a higher-resolution 960x640 display; it was released on June 24, 2010. In the U.S., AT&T was the only authorized carrier until February 10, 2011, when a CDMA version of the iPhone 4 launched for Verizon. On October 4, 2011, Apple announced the iPhone 4S.[3]<br /><br />The iPhone 4S added a higher resolution camera (8 megapixel) with 1080p video recording, face detection, and video stabilization, a faster, dual core processor, support for both GSM/UMTS and CDMA on one chip, GLONASS support and a natural language voice control system called Siri.[4] It is available in 16 GB and 32 GB, as well as a new 64 GB capacity. In the United States, it was announced that two new carriers, Sprint and C Spire, would begin carrying the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S in October and]]></content:encoded>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:04:13 +0000</pubDate>
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			<title>Agneepath</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Agneepath<br />By Taran Adarsh, 24 Jan 2012, 07:33 hrs IST<br />Rating: 4.5<br />Released On: 26 Jan 2012<br />Directed By: Karan Malhotra<br /><br />Starring: Hrithik Roshan, Sanj...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agneepath<br />By Taran Adarsh, 24 Jan 2012, 07:33 hrs IST<br />Rating: 4.5<br />Released On: 26 Jan 2012<br />Directed By: Karan Malhotra<br /><br />Starring: Hrithik Roshan, Sanjay Dutt, Priyanka Chopra, Rishi Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Om Puri, Zarina Wahab, Chetan Pandit, Sachin Khedekar, Rajesh Tandon, Deven Bhojani, Rajesh Vivek, Banwarilal Taneja, Pankaj Tripathi, Brijendra Kala, Ravi Jhankal, Suhita Thatte, Sunil Chauhan, Neeraj Sood, Arish Bhiwandiwala, Kanika Tiwari, Ayesha Kaduskar, Ali Asgar, Rajendra Chawla, Aditya Surve, Agasthya Dhanorkar<br />While partaking in a debate on remakes for a leading news channel, the host posed a query to me: Do you think that a cult movie should be remade? Why restructure or revise the sacredness of a film that's so perfect? I instantly put forth my perspective and responded that if a brand is remade with a contemporary approach and in-the-running stars and if there is an enthusiastic audience to watch the cinema, I don't see any harm in recreating a famed work of genius. All I expect is the makers don't make a mishmash of the cult movie. It should come across more as an acknowledgment to the masterwork.<br /><br />But there's a flipside to what I mentioned above! The actors and film-makers involved in remaking a classic cannot escape minute and meticulous evaluation and comparisons because cineastes are going to walk in with predetermined conceptions. Remakes come with a certain baggage. Matching the standards and aesthetics of the original is the prime criteria.<br /><br />It's Hrithik Roshan's turn to wear the mask of the iconic character portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan two decades ago. Though not a money spinner then, AGNEEPATH did fetch Bachchan Sr. the National Award in the Best Actor category and is considered amongst the best films made that year [1990]. Twenty two years later, Vijay Dinanath Chauhan is brought alive by first-time director Karan Malhotra in Karan Johar's homage to the original film, which was produced by his father Yash Johar and directed by Mukul S. Anand. It's a colossal challenge for any actor/maker to pay tribute to a cult film, which continues to linger in our memory even after two decades.<br /><br />The premise is the same. Well, almost. So is the vital dialogue from the film which comes at a very crucial juncture in the present-day adaptation of AGNEEPATH: "Naam Vijay Chauhan, baap ka naam Dinanath Chauhan, gaon Mandwa."<br /><br />AGNEEPATH is an uncomplicated story of revenge, is hard-hitting yet entertaining, dwells on strong emotions and aggressive and forceful action, yet is dissimilar from the original. Debutant director Karan Malhotra sponges from the original, but bestows the new version with a fresh texture [screenplay adapted by Ila Bedi Datta and Karan Malhotra]. Krishnan Iyer M.A. [portrayed by Mithun Chakraborty in the original] is done away with, while Malhotra introduces another negative character called Rauf Lala [Rishi Kapoor] to make the proceedings more volatile and explosive. One can envisage the kind of burden the director has shouldered and despite the fact that viewers would be scrutinizing the goings-on with a magnifying glass and watching every frame minutely, you cannot refute the fact that Karan Malhotra has done a remarkable job as a storyteller.<br /><br />In a small Indian village Mandwa, Vijay Dinanath Chauhan [Hrithik Roshan] is taught by his principled father [Chetan Pandit] about the path of fire -- Agneepath. His life is completely shattered when the evil drug dealer Kancha [Sanjay Dutt] hangs his father to death. Vijay leaves for Mumbai with his pregnant mother [Zarina Wahab] and has only one mission in life -- to come back to Mandwa and bring back the glory of his father's name.<br /><br />In Mumbai, the 12-yr-old Vijay is taken under the wings of the city gang lord Rauf Lala [Rishi Kapoor]. From then on it is a journey of revenge where he makes and breaks many relationships, only to get closer to his aim. Vijay finds support only in his best friend Kaali [Priyanka Chopra], who stands by him at every moment in his life. Fifteen years later, his hatred for Kancha takes him back to Mandwa where life comes full circle.<br /><br />Most Hindi films initiate with a bang, but run out of gas by the time they reach the finale, often getting deflated in between as well, but AGNEEPATH is vigorous from the very commencement to the absolute conclusion. The conflict at the very initiation and also towards the closing stages, the tension between Vijay and Kancha and also between Vijay and his mother, the game of one-upmanship played by Vijay to grab power&#8230; AGNEEPATH is one exhilarating ride. A vendetta story needs to be garnished with several terrific dramatic moments and Malhotra does just that. His handling of the subject deserves brownie points. The only 'hiccup', if one may say so, is the romantic track towards the first hour, which is lackluster.<br /><br />The assessment of the movie would appear fragmentary if one would disregard the colossal contribution by action director Abbas Ali Moghul. Raw and gritty are two expressions that best illustrate the action scenes in AGNEEPATH. Kancha is larger than life and stronger than the protagonist, so when good eventually triumphs, the heroism ought to come to the forefront and it does so forcefully, convincingly and copiously. The action scenes are sure to draw whistles and claps, especially the one in the finale.<br /><br />Harmonious compositions have constantly been the hallmark of Karan Johar's movies and the music of AGNEEPATH is no exception. The songs, composed by Ajay-Atul, may not be chartbusters [except 'Chikni Chameli'], but the compositions are in sync with the texture of the film. The pick of the lot is the devotional number as well as 'Chikni Chameli', which is already a rage. The background score, also by Ajay-Atul, is electrifying and exhilarating. Cinematography [Kiran Deohans; additional cinematography: Ravi K. Chandran] is commendable. The outdoor portions specially deserve special mention.<br /><br />The commanding dialogue [Piyush Mishra] is yet another champion of AGNEEPATH. The striking sequences in the movie get elevated to a different level thanks to the superior channel of communication. This is one of those films where numerous novel lines hang back in your memory much after the movie has wrapped up.<br /><br />The pertinent query that comes to one's mind is whether the new avatar of Vijay Dinanath Chauhan has enough inferno in him to match up to the magnificent performance of Sr. Bachchan. The answer is in the affirmative. Hrithik comes up with an astoundingly arresting performance. He does not emulate the veteran's portrayal of Vijay Dinanath Chauhan. Instead, he approaches the character in his own distinctive mode. AGNEEPATH only reiterates the fact that Hrithik has grown into a far superior and complete performer. In fact, the performance has the potential to keep the whistle blowers busy thanks to his magnificent interpretation of an iconic character.<br /><br />Despicable and intimidating characters are non-existent in Hindi movies, but more recently Prakash Raj [in SINGHAM] and now Sanjay Dutt [in AGNEEPATH] are ready to revive the era of baddies. Sanju is electrifying as the hardhearted, brutal Kancha and his sinful getup only augments the impact of his performance. The menacing getup adds abundantly to the evil/stony character and his performance in the penultimate 30 minutes, when Kancha confronts Vijay, is the hallmark of the movie. This performance would prove to be yet another turning point in his career, after NAAM, KHAL-NAYAK, VAASTAV and the MUNNABHAI series.<br /><br />Everyone is familiar with the fact that AGNEEPATH is fundamentally a tale of vengeance between Vijay Dinanath Chauhan and Kancha. So, logically, there's not much for the leading lady [Priyanka Chopra] to do in the narrative. Yet, Priyanka's character Kaali is significant to the story and expectedly, she sinks her teeth into the character. Contrary to what a lot of people believe, she's not an ornamental item in the movie.<br /><br />Though Rishi Kapoor has attempted a negative role in KAL KISSNE DEKHA, it still wasn't as menacing as AGNEEPATH. Trust me, his performance is going to shock a lot of people, especially those who are familiar with his wide-ranging body of work. He's exceptional as Rauf Lala, enacting the bad guy with fervor and passion.<br /><br />The film boasts of a number of characters, but the one that stands out is Arish Bhiwandiwala, who portrays the young Vijay Dinanath Chauhan with flourish. Zarina Wahab is natural, Om Puri is wonderful, Kanika Tiwari is decent, Chetan Pandit is adequate, Rajesh Tandon is perfect and Deven Bhojani, first-rate. Katrina Kaif sizzles in the item number 'Chikni Chameli'. She looks sensuous and catches your attention with super-energetic dance movements.<br /><br />On the whole, AGNEEPATH is a fitting tribute to the masterwork. The movie has all the potential to scale dizzy heights of victory and catapult Hrithik Roshan as the newest member of the 100 cr Club, besides providing the Hindi film industry with the first giant Blockbuster of 2012. 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