(spoilers)This film is about the forgotten chapter in Indian history of Emperor Akbar and his wife Jodha. Every facet of Akbar rule has been meticulously recorded by historians but this period of his early life as Emperor who married Princess of Amer was dismissed as just political alliance.The director sets out to reimagine this period in Akbar life and his inter faith marriage,issues political&personal that he would have faced.Hrithik Roshan as Akbar not only brings right physicality to play warrior/king showcased in two brilliant sequences one where he tames an elephant and other being climatic fight.But what makes his performance stand out is emotional depth, vulnerability,tenderness with which he plays Akbar.Watch out for the scene after he sees Jodha first time or scene where he confesses truth about his education to Jodha, Hrithik humanizes the larger than life image of Emperor and allows you to see the Great Emperor just as regular man falling in love. Aishwarya as Jodha lends the role dignity, quiet strength required to play the Princess who unwillingly enters marriage. Together as couple their chemistry is exceptional, special mention to the sword fight sequence between them. AR Rahman genius score which is soul of film, merges Indian classical music with modern arrangement to give film its epic feel.Ashutosh Gowariker deftly balances the love story with war elements, palace intrigues in the story and shows great eye for detail in this period romance. Neeta Lulla exquisite costumes, Nitin Desai magnificent sets are beautifully captured by genius Cinematographer Kiran Deohans transporting the viewer to 15th century world of palaces and battle fields.

As i say about Ashutosh Gowariker he is the very perfectionist director in India. He has a very good point of view in direction. I have seen many makings of his film and i see he is very clear about that what exactly he want to do. Jodhaa Akbar is very very good Indian epic historical drama film. Hritik Roshan, Aishwarya Rai and all other actors did great job. If i would say about film in one line i will say it's a great hard work of all crew member and those people who worked in Jodhaa Akbar. Haidar Ali writes good story. Screenplay is good, Dialogue is good, Music is very good, Cinematography well and you will see very superb work of production design and costume design. Nitin Chandrakant Desai did very well job in movie. The Film's set is very large and It's looking like actual Mughal's building. you can't find any difference between film set and original building. Detailing, Color tone, atmosphere and fillings of scene everything is perfect in this movie.

who would have thought Bollywood could sustain your interest for over 3 hours! But Ashutosh Gowariker has put together a killer screenplay. Some songs are slow (notably the 6th/last song is trite) but music man AR Rahman is FANTASTIC. The costumes are ON THE MARK. Not chintzy, this is what was historically worn. The battle of Panipat, where the movie opens is actually either CGI or some set. Panipat in Haryana, India is flat and green, NOT DESSERT. Also, let me state that Hrithik Roshan is the ONLY guy in bollywood who could pull off the lead role of Akbar with class. People forget the Mughals WERE FOREIGNERS. All the issues raised are still pertinent today! Church v. State Fun movie. India's "gone with the wind".

It's not historically accurate, but the filmmaker states that at the beginning. However, if you want to see a visually stunning and compelling film, do not miss this one.It is on par with the great epic films of the past, even by Hollywood standards. I have already watched it several times.All of the actors do a great job. I believed Hrithik in his role as a King, which was a concern at first that he would be able to transcend his "beauty" to make us see him as Akbar. He proved that he is up to any acting challenge thrown his way. Aishwarya was wonderful as usual.If you want a history film, watch a documentary. If you want entertainment, you will not be disappointed.