Aasma: The Sky Is the Limit(2009)
Aasma: The Sky Is the Limit is a 2009 Hindi-language drama film directed by Rohit Nayyar. The lead cast includes Hrishitaa Bhatt, Seema Biswas, Nauheed Cyrusi, and Mansi Dovhal. The story follows a group of college students who form a theatre group called 'Aasma' and struggle to stage their first play. The film is known for its amateur production quality and unintentionally comedic tone. It received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences. The movie was released in India in 2009 and is occasionally available on DVD and online platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- SonyLIV, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 23 January 2009
- Director
- Rohit Nayyar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Rating
- 3.9/10
Storyline
A group of college friends start a theatre group named Aasma. They dream of performing on stage but have no experience, money, or proper guidance. As they face failures, fights, and self-doubt, they must decide whether to give up or keep chasing the sky.
“Dream big, fail hard, rise together.”
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Trivia
- The film was shot almost entirely in the city of Dehradun, giving it a distinct small-town feel.
- It was produced by the Indian Air Force's film production wing, which is rare for a non-war themed movie.
- The director Rohit Nayyar was a first-time filmmaker and also wrote the screenplay.
- The film's title 'Aasma' is a common word for 'sky' in Hindi, reflecting the characters' lofty ambitions.
- Despite its 2009 release, the movie had a very limited theatrical run and is now largely obscure.
- The story revolves around a theatre group, a theme less common in mainstream Bollywood of that era.
- The soundtrack was composed by a relatively unknown music director, Sanjeev Kohli.