“The young are permanently in a state resembling intoxication “—Aristotle.
The period 2001 to 2011 marks the advent of Hindi commercial movies that portray the exuberance of youth. All of these films have a message of their own. Messages that are delivered through the stellar performances by Hindi film industry’s some of the best names who have proved their acting prowess , mind-blowing music & lyrics by combination of the industry’s prominent personalities , directors & story tellers who have the capacity to apprehend the mindset of young generation.
These movies through their commendable degree of orchestrations of events intend to articulate the fact that – change is inevitable in life. Youth is not only meant for enjoying with friends. The journey of life is full of ups & downs. The effervescence of youth tries to defy present systems prevailing in society; it demands logic; it raises questions about society’s cruel system – like the heartless system of education , the system which compels a student to commit to memory, to obsess their parents with high grades in examination & its dangerous repercussions which drives a student to end his life. Youth dares to echo that proper education comes by running after excellence – through questioning rather accepting anything blindly, through inventing & experimenting instead of copying. It prefers listening to heart’s calling to make a difference (“Three Idiots”).
Our struggle for independence did not end after the British left India
The emotion of romantic entanglement plays an important part in young age. Significance of love can not be felt until one falls in love with someone. Akash ( Amir Khan in “Dil Chahta Hai”) too could not realized the enchantment of romance until he himself experienced the pangs of this wonderful emotion. Age is not a bar to get attached with someone mentally – Siddharth ( Akshay Khanna in the same film ) had to make strenuous efforts to explain his mature view about love to his friends. Love is a perpetual truth & it can happen even at the backdrop of communal violence. It is a feeling that makes lovers to pine in silence & wait for an indefinite period for each other ( “Mausam”). It does not abide by the narrow distinction of cast; it defies the border between two enemy countries. True love enables one to sacrifice for each other – even at the cost of spending whole life in the dark room of prison ( Veer Zara). Youth has the ability to glorify love in every aspect of life.
The vigor of youth provokes one to take a serious look on life It knows how to deal with mistakes in life, to find direction & sense of purpose in life , to remain firm in individual’s aim, to shape the destiny of oneself & to prove one’s mettle in life (“Laksya”, “Wake Up Sid”).
Youth’s take on life is as that of an adventurous journey which should be enjoyed at every moment. It requires a lot of courage to explore true spirit of life. Life’s flavor of adventure can be sees in conquering one’s fear or confronting one’s past. Live your life to the fullest—is the philosophy that the new generation tries to deliver through their acts (“Zindegi Na Milegi Dobara”).
There is negative aspect of youth – arrogance gives rise to pride. Losing in the midst of fame & wealth, life of luxury can lead one to secluded life & to some extent to end one’s life ( “Dirty Picture”). It needs a lot of courage & self confidence to come back to the centre stage ( “Fashion”).
Restlessness is synonymous to youthful vigor – has been expressed through some of the recent wonderful fictional tapestries of Hindi movies. Life is the greatest teacher – this view has been framed in those films suitably. The lead characters of all of these narratives experience a huge twist in life.Bollywood has shown that it is possible to make intelligent as well as enjoyable movies without displaying titillating skin show. These movies are the real visual treat. Youth has significant role in building nation & to fight against corruption – this reel life message has been reflected again & again through various protests in real life like – protest against injustice (Jessica Lal case) in India
The year 2011 marked the sad demise of the Hindi movie industry’s evergreen hero Dev Anand.Despite his age, he carried off the role of romantic hero with élan. This superstar had also intended to glorify youth throughout his work & life. New generation reinforces Lord Tennyson’s Ulysses’ spirit i.e. “drink life to the lees” & that is their inner desire which they express without inhibition.
