Finally, the highly anticipated movie is out in the theatres, and I'm sure I'm not being hasty, nor am I hesitating in saying that this film will be remembered for years to come. Again, for years to come.

Despite of the ridiculous objections some people in India have produced against it, this film gives a magnificent look on the great many variations of the history and people of India, and above all, successfully captures the essence of the lost culture.

Hrithik Roshan seems to be the only Indian actor who could have played the role of Emperor Akbar. Great performance! It was predictable though. He changed the way he smiles, his gait, and even has worked a lot on his voice. Bravo, man!

Aishwarya, as Jodhaa Bai, is nice. It's, as I think, her kind of role. She should be doing more such kind of roles rather than going out wandering for dumping hammers like "The last legion" and "The mistress of spices"...

Ashutosh Gowarikar, the real hero of the film, has done it again. His diligence is worth appreciation. I'm really waiting for his next which I'm convinced now should be equally thoughtful, or even better.

Brilliant photography, and fascinating music by A.R.Rahman fill in the rest of the part, a bit long though. However, there is no need to compare this film to any other epics like "Lagaan" or even the milestone "Mughal-E-Azam".. This film is defined in itself. Not only the love story, it also gives some importance to the multi-dimensional personality of Akbar, and also, the simplicity is not crushed down by brutality, like in most of the Hollywood epics.

Go with just a little empty corner in your mind, and it will definitely find a place there.