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Ada... A Way of Life(2009)

4.7/10
Hindi121 minstheatrical

Ada... A Way of Life is a 2010 Hindi musical film directed by Tanvir Ahmad. The film stars Ayaan Ahmad, Ayesha Jhulka, Rahul Roy, and Nauheed Cyrusi. The story follows a blind boy who has been locked in a room by his protective mother. He discovers music as his only comfort. A doctor convinces the mother to allow sight-restoring surgery. The boy struggles to adapt to the visual world after the operation. The film features music composed by A. R. Rahman. It was released on 31 December 2010 under the banner Ahmad World Studios.

Director:Tanvir Ahmad
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
18 December 2009
Director
Tanvir Ahmad
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 1m
Rating
4.7/10

Storyline

A blind boy named Ayaan Ahmad has never seen the outside world. His mother keeps him hidden in a dark room. A doctor offers a risky surgery that could give him sight. But even if he sees, can he handle the truth of the world?

Find your light in the darkness.

Film Details

4.7Rating
121Minutes
HindiLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date18 December 2009
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsAda

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengecorruptionjusticeidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withalone
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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Ayaan AhmadActor
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Nauheed Cyrusi, Actor in Ada... A Way of Life
Nauheed CyrusiActor
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Ayesha Jhulka, Actor in Ada... A Way of Life
Ayesha JhulkaActor
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Rahul Roy, Actor in Ada... A Way of Life
Rahul RoyActor
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Milind GunajiActor
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Ashalata WabgaonkarTai
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Ajeeta KulkarniGul's Mother
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Saurabh DubeyAkram Bhai
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Mukesh KumarBobby
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Nigam BomzanCrew
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Tanvir AhmadDirector
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Kazaan AhmadCrew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Ada' is a Persian word meaning 'style' or 'grace', which contrasts with its violent storyline.
  • It was shot in multiple countries including India, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.
  • Director Tanvir Ahmad also wrote the story and screenplay, making it a personal project.
  • The movie had a delayed release, being completed earlier but hitting theaters only in 2010.
  • It features a cameo appearance by actor Rahul Dev in a supporting role.
  • The soundtrack includes a song by Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, which was popular.
  • Despite its action genre, the film focuses heavily on the emotional journey of the main character.

Frequently Asked Questions