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Raksha Bandhan
रक्षा बन्धन
2022 110 min India 12+
★4.8
Comedy, Drama, Family
Director: Aanand L. Rai, Ashutosh Sharma
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Description
Lala Kedarnath is blessed with 4 sisters. But his only worry is to find suitable grooms for each of them, as only then can he marry his childhood love. To what lengths will he go to succeed?
Budget:
$8.8M
Starring
Akshay Kumar
Actor
Sadia Khateeb
Actor
Salim Siddiqui
Actor
Awards
2 nominations total
Key opinion
Raksha Bandhan is a socially-conscious family drama that tackles the harmful impacts of the dowry system. While some viewers appreciate its emotional core and critique of traditional societal pressures, the film remains a polarizing entry in Akshay Kumar's filmography.
| Theme | The film delivers a strong, socially relevant critique of the dowry system and its destructive impact on families. | |
| Acting | Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar share a harmonious and effective chemistry that grounds the narrative. | |
| Score | The musical score featuring tracks like 'Tere saath hoon main' provides a high-quality emotional backdrop for the film. | |
| Direction | The film’s direction is considered precise and effective by proponents, though it faces heavy criticism from broader audiences regarding its execution. |