Ashutosh Gowarikar

Did anyone find it surprising that a movie based on the life/love of Emperor Akbar, did not find two minutes to mention Birbal? I was not only surprised but also a tad disappointed!

But the truth is that the director had originally planned to include Birbal in this tale. He had even shot some scenes with the character of Birbal. But the duration of the movie, which had already exceeded three hours, forced producer-director Ashutosh Gowariker to delete the character of Birbal, who wins over the emperor with his wit and humor, from Jodhaa Akbar.

One of the most awaited movies this year is Jodha Akbar. The movie promises to be a visual delight. Skeptics feel that Hrithik doesn't come across as a very convincing "Akbar". And who can blame them, considering his lean, tall and muscular build? It is said that he has tried to put on some flab on his tummy as well as face, but the pics don't show a lot of it.

Here are some pics...