Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye(2009)
Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by Madhureeta Anand. The film stars Randeep Hooda, Raima Sen, and Arbaaz Khan in lead roles. Set in New Delhi, the story follows Maya, a housewife who discovers her husband's affair and begins dreaming of a mysterious man named Jai. Through these dreams, she rediscovers her passion for singing and her own self-worth. The film explores themes of marital control, female empowerment, and the power of dreams. It received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for its sensitive portrayal of a woman's emotional journey. The movie was produced by Ekaa Films and PVR Cinema. It was released on February 6, 2009 in India.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 6 February 2009
- Director
- Madhureeta Anand
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
Maya is a housewife whose husband Vikram has crushed her dreams. When she discovers his affair, she starts dreaming of a kind man named Jai. Jai encourages her to sing again. Maya must decide whether to stay in her unhappy marriage or fight for her own happiness.
“Your dreams can set you free”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Maya' but was changed to 'Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye' to better reflect its dreamlike theme.
- Director Madhureeta Anand also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from stories of women reclaiming their identities.
- It was shot primarily in Delhi, using real neighborhoods to create a relatable, everyday setting for the protagonist's life.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and is now more widely known through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.
- Actress Rituparna Sengui, who plays Maya, prepared by learning specific singing techniques for her character's dream sequences.
- The movie blends genres, which was uncommon for Hindi cinema at the time, mixing drama and romance with subtle horror elements.
- Some scenes were improvised to capture the raw emotional breakdown of Maya after discovering her husband's affair.