Maja Ma review: Madhuri Dixit earns her calling in this coming-out drama
2 years, 2 months ago

Maja Ma review: Madhuri Dixit earns her calling in this coming-out drama

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In a scene from Amazon Prime’s Maja Ma, a son tells his mother “Maine tumhe bhagwan Mana par tumne toh mera dharam hi cheen liya”. The broader narrative concerns Pallavi’s son Tejas and his attempt to woo, not just his to-be wife but also her parents – here visiting their Gujarati home from America. The performances, especially of the younger actors don’t always stick but Maja Ma is also evidence of the learned charm of experienced actors who can turn it on with the flick of a switch. That said, Maja Ma isn’t a complete waste, thanks largely to Rao and Dixit, both in top form here as a humble middle-class couple – something that never quite explored for all its intricate complexities.

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‘Mere Paas Maa Hai’: Why mothers matter
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Mere Paas Maa Hai’: Why mothers matter

Times of India  

That Shashi Kapoor’s dialogue ‘Mere paas maa hai’ would be immortalised was not something few could have anticipated in 1975 when the film ‘Deewar’ hit the theatres. Kya hai tumhare paas?” In response, Kapoor delivers the now-legendary line, “Mere paas maa hai.” The moment resonates deeply, as “maa” symbolises much more than maternal love. Here, too, Ravi finds security—not in …

Not 'Maja Ma': Madhuri Dixit’s talent remains unused because of her bad film choices
2 years, 2 months ago

Not 'Maja Ma': Madhuri Dixit’s talent remains unused because of her bad film choices

Firstpost  

Madhuri Dixit is much more than just another big star. She is a fine actress whose single biggest failure lies in her inability to choose Hindi film scripts that can do justice to her talent Anand Tiwari’s Maja Ma streaming on Prime Video is a well-intentioned film gone wrong. Dixit suffers a badly written role Half-baked characters with phony accents, …

Madhuri Dixit Talks About Her Recent Film Maja Ma, Calls It 'Journey of Evolution'
2 years, 2 months ago

Madhuri Dixit Talks About Her Recent Film Maja Ma, Calls It 'Journey of Evolution'

News 18  

Madhuri Dixit starrer Maja Ma premiered on Amazon Prime Video on October 6 and gained mixed reviews from the audience. The narrative begins with a series of innocuous events that eventually lead up to the key protagonist, Pallavi Patel, played by Madhuri Dixit, unintentionally coming out of the closet, challenging societal norms and inadvertently jeopardizing her son’s upcoming engagement. Excited …

Gajraj Rao on featuring as Madhuri Dixit's ‘hero' in Maja Ma: 'Madhuriji is to films what Tendulkar is to cricket'
2 years, 2 months ago

Gajraj Rao on featuring as Madhuri Dixit's ‘hero' in Maja Ma: 'Madhuriji is to films what Tendulkar is to cricket'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Gajraj Rao has revealed that he 'never thought it was possible' to work opposite actor Madhuri Dixit. In a new interview, Gajraj recalled telling his friends that he isn't the ‘hero' in Maja Ma and doesn't 'belong to the Shah Rukh Khan, Anil Kapoor hero zone'. Gajraj Rao essays the role of Madhuri Dixit's husband in Maja Ma. Gajraj …

Maja Ma is Madhuri Dixit’s most courageous film to date
2 years, 2 months ago

Maja Ma is Madhuri Dixit’s most courageous film to date

Firstpost  

Maja Ma is a pensive mother-daughter film at heart. Madhuri Dixit as Pallavi the tranquil housewife forced out of the closet at a monstrously inopportune time, conveys the stillness of an ocean. There is a delicious self-referential moment in Amazon Prime Video’s perky and precocious and eminently amiable and thought-provoking Maja Ma where the very talented Gajraj Rao playing the …

Maja Ma: Bollywood comes out and how
2 years, 2 months ago

Maja Ma: Bollywood comes out and how

Deccan Chronicle  

“Everything works out if your intentions are pure”, says Pallavi Patel played brilliantly by Madhuri Dixit at the start of Maja Ma. Hell breaks loose on this seemingly perfect family when it is discovered that Pallavi, who is the ideal wife, a doting mother, the ideal neighbourhood aunty, is a lesbian. Casting deserves a special mention here as roping in …

Five reasons you should watch Madhuri Dixit-starrer Maja Ma with your family this festive season
2 years, 2 months ago

Five reasons you should watch Madhuri Dixit-starrer Maja Ma with your family this festive season

Firstpost  

Maja Ma premiered today and audiences from all over have been streaming it and sharing their love. Ever since Prime Video announced its First Indian Amazon Original Movie, Maja Ma, viewers are excited to see what’s in store for them in this family drama. A True-Blue Bollywood Package Set against the celebratory backdrop of a traditional festival and a quintessential, …

Maja Ma review: Madhuri Dixit's movie is the most Ayushmann Khurrana movie without an Ayushmann Khurrana
2 years, 2 months ago

Maja Ma review: Madhuri Dixit's movie is the most Ayushmann Khurrana movie without an Ayushmann Khurrana

Hindustan Times  

Ancient and a bit too hopeful at the same time, Maja Ma is a weird concoction served on colourful, 'social comedy' platter. This story of a woman hiding deep in the closet up until her 50s is a disappointing watch for multiple reasons, including, but not limited to the worst American accents you've ever heard. Maja Ma review: Madhuri Dixit …

Maja Ma Movie Review: Madhuri Dixit's film lacks maja
2 years, 2 months ago

Maja Ma Movie Review: Madhuri Dixit's film lacks maja

India Today  

Pallavi is a happy-go-lucky woman. Maja Ma, in short, is about Tejas' desperate wish to please Esha's orthodox and conservative parents. At one point, Pam goes on to mention how Bob doesn't accept food and drinks from a menstruating woman and even tries to explain the science behind this ridiculous notion. Here's the trailer: Coming to the performances, Madhuri Dixit …

Madhuri Dixit says there were 'few' good roles for women in Bollywood earlier: 'So many talented women, such few roles'
2 years, 2 months ago

Madhuri Dixit says there were 'few' good roles for women in Bollywood earlier: 'So many talented women, such few roles'

Hindustan Times  

Madhuri Dixit is returning to films with the upcoming family entertainer Maja Ma. Every day when I wake up in the morning and say I’m shooting for this film, it’s exciting.” Ask her if this change of challenging roles for female leads has come too late and the actor promptly replies, “It’s never too late. It’s an amazing time for …

The melodious soundtrack of Madhuri Dixit's Maja Ma out now!
2 years, 2 months ago

The melodious soundtrack of Madhuri Dixit's Maja Ma out now!

Firstpost  

The foot-tapping, upbeat dance number Boom Padi, has cemented itself as the garba anthem of the year and has lit up the dance floors this festive season. Three days before the premiere of the film on the streaming service, Prime Video dropped the music album, which brings together talented composers like Souumil Shringarpure, Siddharth Mahadevan, Gourov Dasgupta and Anurag Sharma. …

Gajraj Rao on Maja Ma: 'I wasn’t very sure if I should do it'
2 years, 2 months ago

Gajraj Rao on Maja Ma: 'I wasn’t very sure if I should do it'

Firstpost  

Talking about his role in the movie of Manohar Patel, Gajraj said, “When this role was narrated to me, it wasn’t clearly told that this character is the husband’s part or a hero’s part.” It takes a lot to be an actor who leaves an indelible mark on the viewers forever, and Gajraj Rao is one of them. Prime Video’s …

Here's introducing the members of Madhuri Dixit's upcoming film Maja Ma
2 years, 2 months ago

Here's introducing the members of Madhuri Dixit's upcoming film Maja Ma

Firstpost  

Prime Video’s upcoming original film, Maja Ma is a heartwarming desi family drama, which will make you laugh and at the same time, tug at your heartstrings! Headlined by Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit, Maja Ma is a story of a middle-class Gujarati family with a backdrop of a traditional festival and a lively, colorful wedding. The trailer shows Madhuri Dixit …

Maja Ma Trailer: Madhuri Dixit's film promises to be a family entertainer
2 years, 3 months ago

Maja Ma Trailer: Madhuri Dixit's film promises to be a family entertainer

Firstpost  

Featuring Madhuri Dixit, Gajraj Rao and Ritwik Bhowmik in the lead, the family entertainer Maja Ma stars a stellar ensemble cast including Barkha Singh, Srishti Shrivastava, Rajit Kapur, Simone Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Malhar Thakar and Ninad Kamat, in pivotal roles. Produced by Leo Media Collective and Amritpal Singh Bindra, directed by Anand Tiwari and written by Sumit Batheja, Maja Ma …

Maja Ma trailer out. Madhuri Dixit is a doting mom to Ritwik Bhowmik in this family entertainer
2 years, 3 months ago

Maja Ma trailer out. Madhuri Dixit is a doting mom to Ritwik Bhowmik in this family entertainer

India Today  

The trailer of first Indian Amazon Original movie Maja Ma was unveiled on September 22. The movie presents Bollywood's Dhak Dhak queen Madhuri Dixit, in new avatar. Along with Madhuri, it stars Gajraj Rao, Ritwik Bhowmik, Barkha Singh, Srishti Shrivastava, Rajit Kapur, Simone Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Malhar Thakar and Ninad Kamat. Pallavi's son, played by Ritwik Bhowmik, is heard speaking …

Maja Ma Trailer: Madhuri Dixit wants to unite two poles apart families but will her secret ruin it?
2 years, 3 months ago

Maja Ma Trailer: Madhuri Dixit wants to unite two poles apart families but will her secret ruin it?

India TV News  

Maja Ma Trailer: The trailer of its highly anticipated, Maja Ma was unveiled today. Along with her, the family entertainer boasts of a stellar cast of veterans as well as fresh faces of the industry including Gajraj Rao, Ritwik Bhowmik, Barkha Singh, Srishti Shrivastava, Rajit Kapur, Simone Singh, Sheeba Chaddha, Malhar Thakar and Ninad Kamat, who bring this warm, light-hearted …

Maja Ma teaser: Madhuri Dixit starrer depicts heartwarming banter between mother & son
2 years, 3 months ago

Maja Ma teaser: Madhuri Dixit starrer depicts heartwarming banter between mother & son

Firstpost  

Prime Video just dropped a teaser of its upcoming Amazon Original Movie Maja Ma building further anticipation amongst fans and audiences for its premiere on 6th October. The video has a relatable and heartwarming banter between mother and son, played none other than the original Bollywood Queen Madhuri Dixit and the versatile young actor Ritwik Bhowmik. Maja Ma boasts of …

'Maja Ma' Teaser: Makers Of Madhuri Dixit Starrer Invite To A Grand Wedding, Trailer Out Tomorrow
2 years, 3 months ago

'Maja Ma' Teaser: Makers Of Madhuri Dixit Starrer Invite To A Grand Wedding, Trailer Out Tomorrow

ABP News  

New Delhi: Makers of Madhuri Dixit starrer 'Maja Ma' are leaving no stone unturned to amp up the audience's excitement. Prime Video just dropped a teaser of its upcoming Amazon Original Movie 'Maja Ma' building further anticipation amongst fans and audiences for its premiere on October 6. The video has a relatable and heartwarming banter between a mother and a …

We will soon see the dhak dhak girl Madhuri Dixit Nene in Prime Video's Maja Ma
2 years, 3 months ago

We will soon see the dhak dhak girl Madhuri Dixit Nene in Prime Video's Maja Ma

Firstpost  

Directed by Anand Tiwari of Bandish Bandits fame and written by Sumit Batheja, the upcoming family entertainer is set against the celebratory backdrop of a traditional festival and a quintessential, colourful Indian wedding. Warm and funny, this light-hearted yet thought-provoking drama with unexpected twists and turns, features Madhuri Dixit Nene in the lead, in a never-seen-before role, a press release …

Madhuri Dixit's new look from Maja Ma reminds fans of Aaja Nachle, film to release on October 6
2 years, 3 months ago

Madhuri Dixit's new look from Maja Ma reminds fans of Aaja Nachle, film to release on October 6

India TV News  

After 'The Fame Game,' Madhuri Dixit is back to OTT! Directed by Anand Tiwari of “Bandish Bandits” fame and written by Sumit Batheja, the upcoming family entertainer is set against the celebratory backdrop of a traditional festival and a quintessential, colourful Indian wedding. Sharing the first look poster, Amazon Prime Video's Twitter handle said, "The dancing diva is back and …

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