The movie, Jodhaa Akbar (2008) is a beautiful movie, which is emotionally touching and appealing and has a great visual treat as love and tolerance can transform in a politically intriguing and culturally clashing era. The movie was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and narrates the tale of a marriage that is a political union between Mughal Emperor Akbar and the Rajput Princess Jodhaa, which eventually turns out to be a pure love story. The movie tactfully captures their relationship as it is changing and how both respect each other and understand their needs in the process of the empire building and religious diversity. The motifs of peace and tolerance are also interwoven into the story and they make a strong expression concerning the possibility of being united despite the differences.
The emotional focus of the film is on the work of Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai. The way Roshan depicts Akbar as a fierce conqueror, but a loving king is really moving, and Rai does not fail to add nuances to the narration of the story with her role as a strong and dignified Jodhaa. The direction by Gowariker is very meticulous and reflects the greatness of the Mughal times with magnificent camera works, lavish costume design and grand set design. The music perfectly fits the scenes, as it enhances the emotional scenes and makes the audience plunge into the cultural fabric of India in the 16 th century.
In the end, I was inspired and optimistic after watching Jodhaa Akbar. Love as a power that can dissolve boundaries and create understanding as depicted in the film is eternal and inspiring. It teaches us that the power of being humble, empathetic and respectful towards others is the real one. With all of its duration, and rich historical background, deep moving message of the film on the topic of unity within diversity, remains to be a strong and memorable movie experience that glorifies the eternal spirit of love and tolerance.
