The doll circulates in an international network of fans, bringing together 21st-century entrepreneurship, affective fandom, and Indian folk tradi- tions of puppetry. SRK as part of a globalized mediascape is seen as nothing less than a gateway for Indian films and culture, and the aesthetic and embodied experience is no small part of his appeal and the appeal of Bollywood.
Celebrity today is further complicated by transnational media and global popular cul- ture that is amplified and transformed on the Internet. Fan art and intertextual play are some of the ways this is achieved. Unfortunately, sample illustrations of the artwork and images that so meaningfully shape the star—audience relationship are not reproduced. As with any collection, some chapters are more accessibly written and engaging than others.
On the whole, the book makes a welcome contribution to the academic study of Bollywood stardom, to star studies more broadly and global popular culture. It will be useful for courses on Indian cinema, the globalization of Bollywood, and the sociology of celebrity. Author biography Lakshmi Srinivas is associate professor of sociology at the University of Massachusetts-Boston.
She is the author of House Full: Indian Cinema and the Active Audience , and several arti- cles on cinema, the ethnography of film experience, and film audiences. Email: srinivasl rcn. In this context, some sociologies e. However, the studies on cos- mopolitism and contemporary ways of experiencing cosmopolitanism, global society, and human rights are surprisingly absent from the French literature. One of the main purposes of Pluriel et commun is to elaborate and popularize a contemporary sociology of cosmopolitism for the French reader.
Okay read! View 2 comments. Oct 11, S. This is a very light read, but it's not mere celebrity gossip. Much of it is a biography on Shah Rukh Khan, yet it's informative about modern India, Indian film history, and Bollywood's significance to Indian culture.
It's also fun to read. If you want to learn about Bollywood, this book is a good choice. Sep 21, suzy rated it really liked it. This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I loved this book of course, because I love SRK.
After reading this I know why. The similarities of a rough childhood, natural talent, a strong ability to identify with their feminine side, accusations of homosexuality to clarify, I think people confuse Prince's flamboyant tendencies for homosexuality, but any true follower of his craft would never make that mistake; while it appears that SRK has had actu VAY!
The similarities of a rough childhood, natural talent, a strong ability to identify with their feminine side, accusations of homosexuality to clarify, I think people confuse Prince's flamboyant tendencies for homosexuality, but any true follower of his craft would never make that mistake; while it appears that SRK has had actual rumors concerning being involved with men, which Prince has never had insomnia, and I believe somewhat maniac tendencies are what theses guys share.
I loved all the sources the author had and now have a better understanding of the timeline of his life and what was going on in real life when various movies were filmed.
His physical problems from the work; e. Too sad! What a gentleman SRK was to allow Salman to do this. I would have given the book 5 stars had the author included a filmography. I wonder why she didn't? My friend Nancy who read the book thinks that perhaps it's because the author was trying to paint a broader picture of the man who SKR is beyond the films. I think she's right. Jan 01, Peggy rated it it was amazing. A fascinating story. We have watched just 10 so far, mostly Shah Rukh Kahn's movies.
The genre is fantastic! All types of stories with music and dancing. And they are wholesome, more than I can say about most American movies today! So we investigated the reasons behind the movies, I. No kissing, the length and have learned so much about the Culture.
View 1 comment. The first chapter was the best! You can read that here. Fun read. Feb 25, Aria Tatiana rated it it was amazing Shelves: non-fiction , biography , contemporary , set-in-india. With this highly interesting book, journalist Anupama Chopra manages to offer readers a biography of SRK, who has been India's most popular actor during the last 20 years, as well as an insightful history of Bollywood its codes, economy, stars, highs and lows , both intelligently used to shed light on Indian society and its mutations.
The chapters are organized chronologically, following Shah Rukh's life from childhood to superstar status. The most important events in his personal and profession With this highly interesting book, journalist Anupama Chopra manages to offer readers a biography of SRK, who has been India's most popular actor during the last 20 years, as well as an insightful history of Bollywood its codes, economy, stars, highs and lows , both intelligently used to shed light on Indian society and its mutations.
The most important events in his personal and professional life note that the book was written in are described and contextualized to make them relevant for an understanding of the hindi film industry and the Indian world. The author has a way for linking the small and the big story. My favourite chapter was "Mobsters and Movies", where we learn more about the relation between Bollywood and the underworld, about infamous dons and the terrorist attacks, and about undesired and uncomfortable and scary calls that SRK received from the man behind the blasts.
The narration is smooth and well-organized despite the multitude of names and films and events mentioned - all explained for the readers inexperienced in Bollywood and Indian matters at large, while keeping their interest for those who already have some knowledge. This book provides plenty of information about Indian culture, cinema and society, as well as about SRK of course, and I would highly recommend it even if you don't know anything about Bollywood or India.
Be curious, and you'll discover a fascinating world, a multifaceted country, an underrated film industry and a unique, witty and moving actor.
Mar 22, Corinne Edwards rated it liked it Shelves: non-fiction , , biography , india , cinema , bollywood. Yes, I just read a book about Bollywood and one of it's major supastarzzzz. Yes, I enjoyed it. I read it mostly to learn about dear Shah, whom I have watched lately in two VERY different roles and enjoyed both times.
It's like jumping into an alternate universe, in some ways, with so many unfamiliar people and places, but I fo Yes, I just read a book about Bollywood and one of it's major supastarzzzz. It's like jumping into an alternate universe, in some ways, with so many unfamiliar people and places, but I found it totally enjoyable. If you don't care about the subject, I'd imagine it would bore you, but since I happen to be a fan of emotional dramas, crazy rocking dance scenes and epic stories involving reincarnation, murder and disco - it was a fun enough read for me.
Plus, I have a new list of movies I want to see and songs I want to hear Sep 21, Mayank rated it liked it. The book never attempts to be an SRK biography. It maintains an enigma around him- his philosophy, his personal equation with his family and friends. But the notable film critic adds some charm and some passages stand out like the f Coming from a popular film critic, the book talks about evolution of 'Bollywood' in parallel to rise of Shah Rukh Khan SRK in the 90s.
But the notable film critic adds some charm and some passages stand out like the first chapter which suggests what SRK means to a fan.
Being an insider helps and she brings out her understanding of the Film Industry. Overall an easy read. Jul 26, Siera rated it it was amazing. Not only was it very entertaining but also extremely informative. Besides being a look into Shah Rukh Khan's life which is WAY more interesting than I thought it was also a great insight into the history of Bollywood and Indian cinema.
I do wish that there had been more information about Kajol and Shah Rukh though. As a big fan of Kajol, I didn't really appreciate that. But overall, this is a very interesting, entertaining and well written book that left me with a giddy-happy feeling and a HUGE need to watch some Bollywood.
Highly recommended! Sep 23, Albert rated it it was amazing. If you love Bollywood, this is a definite read. Anupama Chopra delves into the life of one of the most famous faces of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, going from his meager beginnings and his dreams to become the next Amitabh Bachchan to going a long road to make all of his dreams come true, overcoming obstacles such as a first difficult relationship with his future wife's family to even the Indian mob.
While delving mainly in SRK's life, Chopra gaves some great tidbits on other famous faces in Bolly If you love Bollywood, this is a definite read. As a fan of Bollywwod, this is definitely a must read.
Aug 04, Kathryn rated it really liked it Shelves: biography-and-memoir , performing-arts. Over the past couple years I've become a growing fan of Bollywood, and I wanted to learn something about its background and conventions.
King of Bollywood didn't entirely satisfy that desire it was, however, one of the few titles in my library system about Indian cinema , but it did give me some new insights. I particularly enjoyed learning about the interrelationship between India's history and the development of the country's film industry. It was also fun to find out a little more about Shah Over the past couple years I've become a growing fan of Bollywood, and I wanted to learn something about its background and conventions.
It was also fun to find out a little more about Shah Rukh and other Bollywood stars. All in all, this was an interesting and entertaining book. May 09, Jolene rated it it was amazing Shelves: favorites. I became interested in Bollywood movies after my Indian students at school started talking about them. I started watching a few via netflix, and was surprised by how this same guy was in a bunch of movies.
I had to know more, and this was an excellent choice to learn more about the man and the movie industry in Bollywood. Amazing book for anyone interested in knowing more about Shah Rukh Khan. It also mentions all the parallel activities going on in Bollywood with the rise of Shah Rukh, and how he was connected to them. Do note, that this was published in and is therefore, not very up to date with anything after that, which is a shame, because gems like Chakde India and My Name is Khan are not covered.
But can't really blame the author for that : Hope Anupama Chopra takes some time off from Film Companion a Amazing book for anyone interested in knowing more about Shah Rukh Khan. But can't really blame the author for that : Hope Anupama Chopra takes some time off from Film Companion and comes up with an updated version of this book.
Mar 09, D added it Shelves: hs , reviewed. Want to Read saving…. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Other editions. Enlarge cover. Book uncovers the time from the struggling days of the superstar to his glory days, India [2]!
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