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PK
पीके
2014 153 min India PG-13 12+
★8.1
Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction
Director: Rajkumar Hirani
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Description
A stranger in the city asks questions no one has asked before. Known only by his initials, the man's innocent questions and childlike curiosity take him on a journey of love, laughter and letting go.
Budget:
$13M
US Gross:
$10.62M
Worldwide:
$118.92M
Starring
Aamir Khan
Actor
Anushka Sharma
Actor
Sanjay Dutt
Actor
Awards
22 wins & 26 nominations total
Key opinion
PK is widely celebrated as a philosophically ambitious and emotionally resonant film that uses a naive alien protagonist to provocatively challenge religious dogma and exploitation. While most viewers praise its blend of humor and sincerity, a minority of critics find its exploration of religious themes oversimplified or culturally controversial.
| Acting | Aamir Khan delivers a committed, physically transformative performance that serves as the film's undeniable emotional and narrative anchor. | |
| Screenplay | The script effectively balances lighthearted, alien-out-of-water comedy with poignant, profound inquiries into the nature of faith and human connection. | |
| Cinematography | The film’s vibrant cinematography and effective use of Rajasthan’s landscapes significantly enhance the visual storytelling. | |
| Pacing | Opinions on the film's narrative structure are split, with some praising the seamless blend of genres while others feel the second half becomes predictable and loses the novelty of the first. | |
| Theme | The film's critique of religious institutions is viewed by many as a brave and necessary social satire, while others perceive it as a superficial or potentially offensive take on complex theological issues. |