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{{short description|2006 film by Shirish Kunder}}
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{{Infobox film
| name          = Jaan-E-Mann
| name          = Jaan-E-Mann
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| director      = [[Shirish Kunder]]
| director      = [[Shirish Kunder]]
| producer      = [[Sajid Nadiadwala]]
| producer      = [[Sajid Nadiadwala]]
| writer        = [[Shirish Kunder]]
| writer        = Shirish Kunder
| starring      = [[Salman Khan]]<br /> [[Akshay Kumar]]<br /> [[Preity Zinta]]
| starring      = [[Salman Khan]]<br /> [[Akshay Kumar]]<br /> [[Preity Zinta]]<br />[[Anupam Kher]]
| narrator      = [[Arjun Rampal]]<br />[[Abhishek Bachchan]]
| narrator      = Akshay Kumar
| music          = [[Anu Malik]]
| music          = [[Anu Malik]]
| cinematography = [[Sudeep Chatterjee]]
| cinematography = [[Sudeep Chatterjee]]
| editing        = [[Shirish Kunder]]
| editing        = [[Shirish Kunder]]
| studio        =  
| studio        = [[Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment]]
| distributor    = [[Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment]]
| distributor    = Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
| released      = {{Film date|df=yes|2006|10|20}}
| released      = {{film date|df=yes|2006|10|20}}
| runtime        = 173 minutes
| runtime        = 173 minutes
| country        = India
| country        = India
| language      = Hindi
| language      = Hindi
| budget        = <!--Must cite a reliable published source with a reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb. no fan-sites.-->
| budget        = {{INR|40 [[crore]]}} <ref name="auto">{{cite web|url=https://boxofficeindia.com/movie.php?movieid=381|title=Jaan-E-Mann – Movie|publisher=[[Box Office India]]}}</ref>
| gross          = <!--Must cite a reliable published source with a reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb. no fan-sites.-->
| gross          = {{INR|46.26 crore }} <ref name="auto"/>
}}
}}


'''''Jaan-E-Mann''''' ({{translation|''Beloved''}}) is a 2006 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[musical film|musical]] [[romance film]] directed by [[Shirish Kunder]] and is produced by [[Sajid Nadiawala]]. The film stars [[Salman Khan]], [[Akshay Kumar]] and [[Preity Zinta]]. This was Shirish Kunder's first film as a director. He also edited and wrote the dialogues and screenplay.
'''''Jaan-E-Mann''''' ({{translation|Beloved}}) is a 2006 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[romantic comedy film]] directed by [[Shirish Kunder]] and was produced by [[Sajid Nadiawala]]. The film stars [[Salman Khan]], [[Akshay Kumar]] and [[Preity Zinta]]. This was Kunder's debut film as a director. He also edited and wrote the screenplay and dialogue.<ref name="trailer">{{cite web | title=indiaglitz.com| work=A high-tech trailer for Jaan-E-Mann | url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/24642.html| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060902105630/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/24642.html| url-status=dead| archive-date=2 September 2006| access-date=9 September 2006}}</ref>


The first trailer was released in late August and its filming cost nearly Rs. 40&nbsp;crore.<ref name="trailer">{{cite web | title=indiaglitz.com| work=A high-tech trailer for Jaan-E-Mann | url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/24642.html| access-date=9 September 2006}}</ref> The film released on 20 October 2006 on the festive weekend of Diwali/Eid. The DVD for the film released on 15 December 2006.<ref name="dvd">{{cite web | title=indiaglitz.com| work=DVD release for Jaan-E-Mann | url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/27644.html| access-date=11 December 2006}}</ref>
''Jaan-E-Mann'' was released on 20 October 2006 on the festive weekend of Diwali/Eid, clashing with [[Don (2006 Hindi film)|''Don – The Chase Begins Again'']] starring [[Shah Rukh Khan]] and [[Priyanka Chopra]]. The film proved to be a commercial failure at the box office. It received mixed reviews from critics upon release, with praise for its innovative filming techniques, visuals, production design, soundtrack and special effects; however its story, screenplay and dialogues received sharp criticism.
 
At the [[52nd Filmfare Awards]], ''Jaan-E-Mann'' received 2 nominations – [[Filmfare Award for Best Choreography|Best Choreography]] ([[Farah Khan]] for "Humko Maloom Hai") and [[Filmfare Award for Best Special Effects|Best Special Effects]].


== Plot ==
== Plot ==
The film begins when Suhaan receives a notice saying his ex-wife Piya, who has settled in New York, wants a divorce settlement of 5&nbsp; million rupees, because of his failure to make his alimony payments due to his poor financial condition. Suhaan appeals to his uncle Bonney Kapoor ([[Anupam Kher]]), a midget lawyer, for help. While they are trying to figure out a solution, Agastya Rao ([[Akshay Kumar]]) lands at their doorstep searching for Piya. He reveals to them that he fell in love with Piya during his college days but could not express his love to her because she was in love with someone else, unaware that the person he lost her to was Suhaan. Piya had ignored Agastya then, a nerd, a nobody, and even broke his heart by blowing him off to be with Suhaan at a concert that Agastya had taken her to. A heartbroken Agastya left the college as a result and eventually wound up in Houston working for NASA.
The film begins when Suhaan Kapoor (Salman Khan) receives a notice saying his ex-wife Piya Goyal (Preity Zinta), who has settled in [[New York City|New York]], wants a divorce settlement of {{INR|link=yes|5 million}}, because he failed to make his alimony payments due to his poor financial condition. Suhaan appeals to his uncle Bonney Kapoor ([[Anupam Kher]]), a mediation lawyer, for help. While they are trying to figure out a solution, Agastya Rao (Akshay Kumar) lands at their doorstep searching for Piya. He reveals to them that he fell in love with Piya during his college days but could not express his love to her because she was in love with someone else, unaware that the person he lost her to was Suhaan. Piya had ignored Agastya then, a nerd, a nobody, and even broke his heart by blowing him off to be with Suhaan at a concert that Agastya had taken her to. A heartbroken Agastya left the college as a result and eventually wound up in Houston working for [[NASA]].


Suhaan Kapoor ([[Salman Khan]]) and Piya Goyal ([[Preity Zinta]]) fall in love in college and elope. However, he has to keep his marriage a secret in order to further his career as a movie star and when his career hits a low, he returns home to find out that she has left him. She does not answer his calls or emails, and he soon receives a divorce notice in the mail.
Suhaan and Piya fall in love in college and elope. However, he kept his marriage a secret to further his career as a movie star and when his career hits a low, he returns home to find out that she has left him. She does not answer his calls or letters, and he soon receives a divorce notice in the mail.


Suhaan and Boney Kapoor hatch a plan to get Agastya and Piya together so that Suhaan needs not to pay alimony to Piya and Agastya gets the girl of his dreams. Suhaan accompanies Agastya to New York City to help Agastya win Piya over. They rent an apartment opposite Piya's and watch her every move, literally, using telescopes, binoculars, and surveillance techniques. Using a headset, Suhaan feeds Agastya lines to woo Piya with and eventually succeeds in getting Piya and Agastya together.
Suhaan and Bonney hatch a plan to get Agastya and Piya together so that Suhaan does not need to pay alimony to Piya and Agastya can end up with the woman of his dreams. Suhaan accompanies Agastya to New York to help Agastya win Piya over. They rent an apartment opposite Piya's and watch her every move using telescopes, binoculars, and surveillance techniques. Using a headset, Suhaan feeds Agastya lines to woo Piya with and eventually succeeds in getting Piya and Agastya together.


One night, Suhaan finds out Piya has a baby girl, Suhaan 's daughter. He realizes that she left him since she did not want her and the baby to ruin Suhaan 's film career. Suhaan realizes his mistake and tries to make amends and start a new life with Piya and his daughter, Suhaani. Unfortunately, before he can act, Piya gets engaged to Agastya.
One night, Suhaan finds out Piya has a baby girl, Suhaan's daughter. He realizes that she left him since she did not want her and the baby to ruin Suhaan's film career. Suhaan realizes his mistake and tries to make amends and start a new life with Piya and his daughter, Suhaani. Unfortunately, before he can act, Piya gets engaged to Agastya.


It later emerges that Piya's brother, Vishal([[Nawab Shah (actor)|Nawab Shah]]), had been hiding letters that Suhaan wrote to her and was responsible for initiating the divorce process. Agastya realizes that Piya is still in love with Suhaan and not him; so he reveals the truth and tells her to be with Suhaan. Piya flies back to India where Suhaan is trying to find work as a small-time actor. They express their mutual love, reuniting their broken family.
It later emerges that Piya's brother, Vishal ([[Nawab Shah (actor)|Nawwab Shah]]), had been hiding letters that Suhaan wrote to her and was responsible for initiating the divorce process. Agastya realizes that Piya is still in love with Suhaan and not him; so, he reveals the truth and tells her to be with Suhaan. Piya flies back to [[India]] where Suhaan is trying to find work as a small-time actor. They express their mutual love, reuniting their broken family.


A few years later, Agastya is on a NASA space shuttle and initiates a video conference with Suhaan and Piya (on Suhaan's Birthday). He introduces them to his new girlfriend who looks strikingly similar to Piya.
A few years later, Agastya is on a [[NASA]] [[Space Shuttle]] and initiates a video conference with Suhaan and Piya (on Suhaan's birthday). He introduces them to his new girlfriend who looks strikingly like Piya.


== Cast ==
== Cast ==
* [[Salman Khan]] as Suhaan Kapoor
* [[Salman Khan]] as Suhaan Kapoor, a former superstar who is married to his college girlfriend Piya. After hitting a career low, he gets a divorce notice from Piya and has to pay for the alimony.
* [[Akshay Kumar]] as Agastya Rao / Champu
* [[Akshay Kumar]] as Agastya Rao / Champu, a NASA specialist who used to have a crush on Piya during his years in college but was rejected by her back then. He becomes friends with Suhan and with his help, he tries to get him and Piya together.
* [[Preity Zinta]] as Piya Goyal Kapoor / Preity Zintakova (in a special appearance as Agastya Rao’s Fiancé)
* [[Preity Zinta]] as Piya Goyal Kapoor and Preity Zintacova (dual role)
* [[Aman Verma (actor)|Aman Verma]] as Zubin Hornibhoy, Piya's friend
* [[Anupam Kher]] as Bonney Kapoor / New York Cafe Owner (Dual Role)
* [[Anupam Kher]] as Bonney Kapoor / New York Cafe Owner (Dual Role)
* [[Aman Verma (actor)|Aman Verma]] as Zubin, Piya's friend
* [[Nawab Shah (actor)|Nawwab Shah]] as Vishal Goyal (Piya's brother)
* [[Nawab Shah (actor)|Nawab Shah]] as Vishal Goyal (Piya's brother)
* [[Soni Razdan]] as Mrs. Sushma Goyal
* [[Soni Razdan]] Mrs. Goyal
* [[Jawed Sheikh]] as Samrat Goyal
* [[Javed Sheikh]] as Mr. Samrat Goyal
* [[Rajat Bedi]] as Vishal Goel, Piya's adopted brother
Anupam Kher is playing the role of a dwarf for the first time in his career.


== Production ==
== Production ==
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== Soundtrack ==
== Soundtrack ==
The music for the film was released on 6 September 2006.<ref name="music">{{cite web | title=news.sawf.org| work= Music release date announced for Jaan-E-Mann| url=http://news.sawf.org/Bollywood/20188.aspx | access-date=9 September 2006}}</ref> The music is composed by [[Anu Malik]] and includes a few playback singers forming the former contestants of ''[[Indian Idol]]''. Lyrics are penned by [[Gulzar]]. According to the Indian trade website [[Box Office India]], with around 1,250,000 units sold, this film's soundtrack album was the year's eighth highest-selling.<ref>{{cite web|title=Music Hits 2000–2009 (Figures in Units)|url=http://www.boxofficeindia.com/showProd.php?itemCat=286&catName=MjAwMC0yMDA5|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100624132928/http://boxofficeindia.com/showProd.php?itemCat=286&catName=MjAwMC0yMDA5|archive-date=24 June 2010|publisher=[[Box Office India]]}}</ref>
The music for the film was released on 8 September 2006.<ref name="music">{{cite web | title=news.sawf.org| work= Music release date announced for Jaan-E-Mann| url=http://news.sawf.org/Bollywood/20188.aspx | access-date=9 September 2006}}</ref> The music is composed by [[Anu Malik]] and includes a few playback singers forming the former contestants of ''[[Indian Idol]]''. Lyrics are penned by [[Gulzar]]. According to the Indian trade website ''[[Box Office India]]'', with around 1,250,000 units sold, this film's soundtrack album was the year's eighth highest-selling.<ref>{{cite web|title=Music Hits 2000–2009 (Figures in Units)|url=http://www.boxofficeindia.com/showProd.php?itemCat=286&catName=MjAwMC0yMDA5|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100624132928/http://boxofficeindia.com/showProd.php?itemCat=286&catName=MjAwMC0yMDA5|archive-date=24 June 2010|publisher=[[Box Office India]]}}</ref>


=== Track listing ===
=== Track listing ===
{{Infobox album
{{Infobox album
| name       = Jaan-E-Mann
| name         = Jaan-E-Mann
| type       = Soundtrack
| type         = Soundtrack
| artist     = [[Anu Malik]]
| artist       = [[Anu Malik]]
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| released   = 2006
| released     = 8 September 2006
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| genre     = [[Film soundtrack|Feature film soundtrack]]
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| label     = [[T-Series (company)|T-Series]]
| label       = [[T-Series (company)|T-Series]]
| producer   = [[Anu Malik]]
| producer     = [[Anu Malik]]
| prev_title = [[Zindaggi Rocks]]
| prev_title   = [[Zindaggi Rocks]]
| prev_year = 2006
| prev_year   = 2006
| next_title = [[Umrao Jaan (2006 film)|Umrao Jaan]]
| next_title   = [[Umrao Jaan (2006 film)|Umrao Jaan]]
| next_year = 2006
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| extra1 = [[Sonu Nigam]]
| extra1 = [[Sonu Nigam]]
| length1 = 7:00
| length1 = 7:00
| title2 = Hum Ko Malum Hai
| title2 = Humko Maloom Hai
| extra2 = Sonu Nigam, [[Sadhana Sargam]]
| extra2 = Sonu Nigam, [[Sadhana Sargam]]
| length2 = 7:15
| length2 = 7:15
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| extra3 = Sonu Nigam, [[Sukhwinder Singh]], [[Krishna Beura]]
| extra3 = Sonu Nigam, [[Sukhwinder Singh]], [[Krishna Beura]]
| length3 = 5:30
| length3 = 5:30
| title4 = Kabul Kar Le
| title4 = Kubool Kar Le
| extra4 = [[Udit Narayan]], [[Rahul Vaidya]], [[Amit Sana]], [[Prajakta Shukre]], [[Monali Thakur]], [[Suzanne D'Mello]]
| extra4 = [[Udit Narayan]], [[Rahul Vaidya]], [[Amit Sana]], [[Prajakta Shukre]], [[Monali Thakur]], [[Suzanne D'Mello]]
| length4 = 6:37
| length4 = 6:37
| title5 = Ek Sau Dard
| title5 = Sau Dard
| extra5 = Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello
| extra5 = Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello
| length5 = 5:45
| length5 = 5:45
| title6 = Udd Udd Dabbangg?
| title6 = Ud Jaana.....Broi
| extra6 = [[Kunal Ganjawala]], [[Adnan Sami]], Earl Edgar D'Souza, [[Sunidhi Chauhan]]
| extra6 = [[Kunal Ganjawala]], [[Adnan Sami]], Earl Edgar D'Souza, [[Sunidhi Chauhan]]
| length6 = 6:40
| length6 = 6:40
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| extra7 = Sonu Nigam, Sukhwinder Singh, [[Krishna Beura]]
| extra7 = Sonu Nigam, Sukhwinder Singh, [[Krishna Beura]]
| length7 = 4:36
| length7 = 4:36
| title8 = Sau Dard – Grove Mix
| title8 = Sau Dard – Groove Mix
| extra8 = Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello
| extra8 = Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello
| length8 = 4:45
| length8 = 4:45
| title9 = Ud Jaana? – Club Mix
| title9 = Ud Jaana.....Broi – Club Mix
| extra9 = Kunal Ganjawala, Adnan Sami, Earl Edgar D'Souza, Sunidhi Chauhan
| extra9 = Kunal Ganjawala, Adnan Sami, Earl Edgar D'Souza, Sunidhi Chauhan
| length9 = 6:11
| length9 = 6:11
}}
}}


== Response ==
== Reception ==


=== Box office ===
=== Box office ===
''Jaan-E-Mann'' opened in nearly 1,200 screens worldwide.<ref name="opening">{{cite web | title=sify.com| work=1,200 screens for Jaan-E-Mann | url=http://sify.com/movies/bollywood/fullstory.php?id=14257901| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070311042552/http://sify.com/movies/bollywood/fullstory.php?id=14257901| url-status=dead| archive-date=11 March 2007| access-date=25 October 2006}}</ref>
''Jaan-E-Mann'' opened in nearly 1,200 screens worldwide.<ref name="opening">{{cite web | title=sify.com| work=1,200 screens for Jaan-E-Mann | url=http://sify.com/movies/bollywood/fullstory.php?id=14257901| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070311042552/http://sify.com/movies/bollywood/fullstory.php?id=14257901| url-status=dead| archive-date=11 March 2007| access-date=25 October 2006}}</ref> The film faced stiff competition from ''Don – The Chase Begins Again'' which also released on the same day. The film opened to a 40% response. The second day saw a huge drop in the collections, due to the Diwali celebrations. According to ''boxofficeindia.com,'' the collections jumped to 70%, but fell again to 50%. The film has done very well in the smaller centres in India.<ref name="Boxoffice">{{cite web | title=boxofficeindia.com| work=Jaan-E-Mann hit at the box office | url=http://www.boxofficeindia.com/| access-date=25 October 2006}}</ref>
The film faced stiff competition from another movie ''[[Don – The Chase Begins Again]]'' as it was released on the same day. The film opened to a 40% response. The second day saw a huge drop in the collections, due to the Diwali celebrations. According to boxofficeindia.com the collections jumped to 70%, but fell again to 50%. The film has done very well in the smaller centres in India.<ref name="boxoffice">{{cite web | title=boxofficeindia.com| work=Jaan-E-Mann hit at the box office | url=http://www.boxofficeindia.com/| access-date=25 October 2006}}</ref>
 
Pranab Kapadia, the UK distributor of ''Jaan-E-Mann'' said "''Jaan-E-Mann'''s figures have picked up dramatically in Britain. Although the film grossed a mere £18,000 on its opening day, the film has experienced a remarkable upswing, grossing £40,000 on Monday and £60,000 on Tuesday. The audience and critics reception has been overwhelming."<ref name="upswing">{{cite web | title=clickwalla.com| work=Jaan-E-Mann picks up overseas | url=http://www.clickwalla.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=989&Itemid=43| access-date=30 October 2006}}</ref>


Pranab Kapadia, the UK distributor of Jaan-e-Mann said "''Jaan-E-Mann''’s figures have picked up dramatically in Britain. Although the film grossed a mere £18,000 on its opening day, the film has experienced a remarkable upswing, grossing £40,000 on Monday and £60,000 on Tuesday. The audience and critics reception has been overwhelming".<ref name="upswing">{{cite web | title=clickwalla.com| work=Jaan-E-Mann picks up overseas | url=http://www.clickwalla.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=989&Itemid=43| access-date=30 October 2006}}</ref>
=== Critical reception ===
{{Rotten Tomatoes prose|score=44|count=9|average=|consensus=|ref=yes |access-date=October 16, 2022}}


=== Reviews ===
[[Taran Adarsh]] of [[Bollywood Hungama]] gave the film 3.5 out of 5, saying "On the whole, JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, it's a BIG film in all respects -- right from its cast to the extravagant sets to the lavish making, besides, of course, unadulterated entertainment it has to offer. At the box-office, the Diwali and Idd holidays will prove bountiful for the film and add to the big returns. Business-wise, JAAN-E-MANN should fare best at multiplexes and also at major centres, besides Overseas. But its business at comparatively smaller centres, where masala films dominate, is bound to be affected by DON's presence. However, if the strong word of mouth catches on, the business at smaller centres will add to its booty."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/jaan-e-mann/critic-review/jaan-e-mann-movie-review/|title=Jaan-E-Mann Review 3.5/5 &#124; Jaan-E-Mann Movie Review &#124; Jaan-E-Mann 2006 Public Review &#124; Film Review|first=Bollywood|last=Hungama|website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |date=20 October 2006 }}</ref> Poonam Joshi of [[BBC.com]] gave the film 4 out of 5 stars, writing "Jaan-E-mann simultaneously parodies the worst elements of Hindi cinema, while exulting in the best that Bollywood has to offer, making for an unexpectedly original and entertaining film."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/films/2006/10/23/jaaneman_2006_review.shtml|title=BBC - Movies - review - Jaan-E-Mann|website=www.bbc.co.uk}}</ref> [[Raja Sen]] of [[Rediff.com]] gave the film 3 out of 5 stars stating "In the end, what echoes in your ears as you leave is Akki's thick, goofy he-he-he laugh. It's the best thing in the film."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.rediff.com/movies/2006/oct/20jaan1.htm|title=Akshay's goofy laugh wins you over|website=www.rediff.com}}</ref>
The film has fetched mostly average reviews. 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, 2/5 IBNLive Review and has also got 6.4/10 IMDb ratings. Taran adarsh gave the film 4/5 saying " A well to do and funny timepass movie" Dhiraj Regmi of namasteindia.com gave 5/10 and praised Salman's & Akshay's acting.


However, since its release, the critical reception of the film has improved, now being touted as a film ahead of its time.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.filmcompanion.in/features/bollywood-features/movies-ahead-of-their-time-jaan-e-mann/}}</ref>
Conversely, Namrata Joshi of [[Outlook India]] called the film "A mish-mash—a twisted love triangle but even the inventive narrative doesn't take it very far."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/magazine/story/jaan-e-mann/233051|title=Jaan-e-Mann|date=5 February 2022|website=www.outlookindia.com/}}</ref> [[Vincent Musetto]] of [[New York Post]] gave the film  1 out of 5 stars, writing "We keep waiting for one of those outlandish musical treats to bring some life to the clichd script. Kunder throws in a few breaks, but they're tepid and brief."


== Nominations ==
== Nominations ==
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| [[Screen Award for Best Male Playback|Best Male Playback Singer]]
| [[Screen Award for Best Male Playback|Best Male Playback Singer]]
| [[Sonu Nigam]] for "Humko Malum Hai"
| [[Sonu Nigam]] for "Humko Maloom Hai"
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Jaan-E-Mann
Theatrical release poster
Directed byShirish Kunder
Produced bySajid Nadiadwala
Written byShirish Kunder
StarringSalman Khan
Akshay Kumar
Preity Zinta
Anupam Kher
Narrated byAkshay Kumar
Music byAnu Malik
CinematographySudeep Chatterjee
Edited byShirish Kunder
Production
company
Distributed byNadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
Release date
  • 20 October 2006 (2006-10-20)
Running time
173 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi
Budget₹40 crore [1]
Box office₹46.26 crore [1]

Jaan-E-Mann (transl. Beloved) is a 2006 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Shirish Kunder and was produced by Sajid Nadiawala. The film stars Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Preity Zinta. This was Kunder's debut film as a director. He also edited and wrote the screenplay and dialogue.[2]

Jaan-E-Mann was released on 20 October 2006 on the festive weekend of Diwali/Eid, clashing with Don – The Chase Begins Again starring Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra. The film proved to be a commercial failure at the box office. It received mixed reviews from critics upon release, with praise for its innovative filming techniques, visuals, production design, soundtrack and special effects; however its story, screenplay and dialogues received sharp criticism.

At the 52nd Filmfare Awards, Jaan-E-Mann received 2 nominations – Best Choreography (Farah Khan for "Humko Maloom Hai") and Best Special Effects.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The film begins when Suhaan Kapoor (Salman Khan) receives a notice saying his ex-wife Piya Goyal (Preity Zinta), who has settled in New York, wants a divorce settlement of 5 million, because he failed to make his alimony payments due to his poor financial condition. Suhaan appeals to his uncle Bonney Kapoor (Anupam Kher), a mediation lawyer, for help. While they are trying to figure out a solution, Agastya Rao (Akshay Kumar) lands at their doorstep searching for Piya. He reveals to them that he fell in love with Piya during his college days but could not express his love to her because she was in love with someone else, unaware that the person he lost her to was Suhaan. Piya had ignored Agastya then, a nerd, a nobody, and even broke his heart by blowing him off to be with Suhaan at a concert that Agastya had taken her to. A heartbroken Agastya left the college as a result and eventually wound up in Houston working for NASA.

Suhaan and Piya fall in love in college and elope. However, he kept his marriage a secret to further his career as a movie star and when his career hits a low, he returns home to find out that she has left him. She does not answer his calls or letters, and he soon receives a divorce notice in the mail.

Suhaan and Bonney hatch a plan to get Agastya and Piya together so that Suhaan does not need to pay alimony to Piya and Agastya can end up with the woman of his dreams. Suhaan accompanies Agastya to New York to help Agastya win Piya over. They rent an apartment opposite Piya's and watch her every move using telescopes, binoculars, and surveillance techniques. Using a headset, Suhaan feeds Agastya lines to woo Piya with and eventually succeeds in getting Piya and Agastya together.

One night, Suhaan finds out Piya has a baby girl, Suhaan's daughter. He realizes that she left him since she did not want her and the baby to ruin Suhaan's film career. Suhaan realizes his mistake and tries to make amends and start a new life with Piya and his daughter, Suhaani. Unfortunately, before he can act, Piya gets engaged to Agastya.

It later emerges that Piya's brother, Vishal (Nawwab Shah), had been hiding letters that Suhaan wrote to her and was responsible for initiating the divorce process. Agastya realizes that Piya is still in love with Suhaan and not him; so, he reveals the truth and tells her to be with Suhaan. Piya flies back to India where Suhaan is trying to find work as a small-time actor. They express their mutual love, reuniting their broken family.

A few years later, Agastya is on a NASA Space Shuttle and initiates a video conference with Suhaan and Piya (on Suhaan's birthday). He introduces them to his new girlfriend who looks strikingly like Piya.

Cast[edit | edit source]

  • Salman Khan as Suhaan Kapoor, a former superstar who is married to his college girlfriend Piya. After hitting a career low, he gets a divorce notice from Piya and has to pay for the alimony.
  • Akshay Kumar as Agastya Rao / Champu, a NASA specialist who used to have a crush on Piya during his years in college but was rejected by her back then. He becomes friends with Suhan and with his help, he tries to get him and Piya together.
  • Preity Zinta as Piya Goyal Kapoor and Preity Zintacova (dual role)
  • Aman Verma as Zubin Hornibhoy, Piya's friend
  • Anupam Kher as Bonney Kapoor / New York Cafe Owner (Dual Role)
  • Nawwab Shah as Vishal Goyal (Piya's brother)
  • Soni Razdan as Mrs. Sushma Goyal
  • Jawed Sheikh as Samrat Goyal
  • Rajat Bedi as Vishal Goel, Piya's adopted brother

Production[edit | edit source]

Filming started in New York City on 1 September 2005 and then moved to Mumbai.

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

The music for the film was released on 8 September 2006.[3] The music is composed by Anu Malik and includes a few playback singers forming the former contestants of Indian Idol. Lyrics are penned by Gulzar. According to the Indian trade website Box Office India, with around 1,250,000 units sold, this film's soundtrack album was the year's eighth highest-selling.[4]

Track listing[edit | edit source]

Jaan-E-Mann
Soundtrack album by
Released8 September 2006
GenreFeature film soundtrack
LabelT-Series
ProducerAnu Malik
Anu Malik chronology
Zindaggi Rocks
(2006)
Jaan-E-Mann
(2006)
Umrao Jaan
(2006)
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Ajnabi Shehar"Sonu Nigam7:00
2."Humko Maloom Hai"Sonu Nigam, Sadhana Sargam7:15
3."Jaane Ke Jaane Na"Sonu Nigam, Sukhwinder Singh, Krishna Beura5:30
4."Kubool Kar Le"Udit Narayan, Rahul Vaidya, Amit Sana, Prajakta Shukre, Monali Thakur, Suzanne D'Mello6:37
5."Sau Dard"Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello5:45
6."Ud Jaana.....Broi"Kunal Ganjawala, Adnan Sami, Earl Edgar D'Souza, Sunidhi Chauhan6:40
7."Jaane Ke Jaane Na – Club Mix"Sonu Nigam, Sukhwinder Singh, Krishna Beura4:36
8."Sau Dard – Groove Mix"Sonu Nigam, Suzanne D'Mello4:45
9."Ud Jaana.....Broi – Club Mix"Kunal Ganjawala, Adnan Sami, Earl Edgar D'Souza, Sunidhi Chauhan6:11

Reception[edit | edit source]

Box office[edit | edit source]

Jaan-E-Mann opened in nearly 1,200 screens worldwide.[5] The film faced stiff competition from Don – The Chase Begins Again which also released on the same day. The film opened to a 40% response. The second day saw a huge drop in the collections, due to the Diwali celebrations. According to boxofficeindia.com, the collections jumped to 70%, but fell again to 50%. The film has done very well in the smaller centres in India.[6]

Pranab Kapadia, the UK distributor of Jaan-E-Mann said "Jaan-E-Mann's figures have picked up dramatically in Britain. Although the film grossed a mere £18,000 on its opening day, the film has experienced a remarkable upswing, grossing £40,000 on Monday and £60,000 on Tuesday. The audience and critics reception has been overwhelming."[7]

Critical reception[edit | edit source]

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Taran Adarsh of Bollywood Hungama gave the film 3.5 out of 5, saying "On the whole, JAAN-E-MANN balances humor and emotions beautifully. In fact, it's a BIG film in all respects -- right from its cast to the extravagant sets to the lavish making, besides, of course, unadulterated entertainment it has to offer. At the box-office, the Diwali and Idd holidays will prove bountiful for the film and add to the big returns. Business-wise, JAAN-E-MANN should fare best at multiplexes and also at major centres, besides Overseas. But its business at comparatively smaller centres, where masala films dominate, is bound to be affected by DON's presence. However, if the strong word of mouth catches on, the business at smaller centres will add to its booty."[8] Poonam Joshi of BBC.com gave the film 4 out of 5 stars, writing "Jaan-E-mann simultaneously parodies the worst elements of Hindi cinema, while exulting in the best that Bollywood has to offer, making for an unexpectedly original and entertaining film."[9] Raja Sen of Rediff.com gave the film 3 out of 5 stars stating "In the end, what echoes in your ears as you leave is Akki's thick, goofy he-he-he laugh. It's the best thing in the film."[10]

Conversely, Namrata Joshi of Outlook India called the film "A mish-mash—a twisted love triangle but even the inventive narrative doesn't take it very far."[11] Vincent Musetto of New York Post gave the film 1 out of 5 stars, writing "We keep waiting for one of those outlandish musical treats to bring some life to the clichd script. Kunder throws in a few breaks, but they're tepid and brief."

Nominations[edit | edit source]

Award Category Nominees Results
Screen Awards Best Music Director Anu Malik Nominated
Best Male Playback Singer Sonu Nigam for "Humko Maloom Hai"

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 "Jaan-E-Mann – Movie". Box Office India.
  2. "indiaglitz.com". A high-tech trailer for Jaan-E-Mann. Archived from the original on 2 September 2006. Retrieved 9 September 2006.
  3. "news.sawf.org". Music release date announced for Jaan-E-Mann. Retrieved 9 September 2006.
  4. "Music Hits 2000–2009 (Figures in Units)". Box Office India. Archived from the original on 24 June 2010.
  5. "sify.com". 1,200 screens for Jaan-E-Mann. Archived from the original on 11 March 2007. Retrieved 25 October 2006.
  6. "boxofficeindia.com". Jaan-E-Mann hit at the box office. Retrieved 25 October 2006.
  7. "clickwalla.com". Jaan-E-Mann picks up overseas. Retrieved 30 October 2006.
  8. Hungama, Bollywood (20 October 2006). "Jaan-E-Mann Review 3.5/5 | Jaan-E-Mann Movie Review | Jaan-E-Mann 2006 Public Review | Film Review". Bollywood Hungama.
  9. "BBC - Movies - review - Jaan-E-Mann". www.bbc.co.uk.
  10. "Akshay's goofy laugh wins you over". www.rediff.com.
  11. "Jaan-e-Mann". www.outlookindia.com/. 5 February 2022.

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