Sikandar(2009)
Sikandar is a 2009 Indian Hindi-language crime drama film written and directed by Piyush Jha. The cast includes Parzan Dastur in the title role, with R. Madhavan, Sanjay Suri, and Ayesha Kapur in supporting roles. The story follows a 14-year-old orphan in Kashmir who finds a gun and becomes entangled with militants. Set against the backdrop of the insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir, the film explores the psychological manipulation of children in conflict zones. Principal photography took place in Pahalgam, Uri, and Anantnag. The film received positive reviews for its narrative and realistic portrayal of violence. It was released on 21 August 2009.
Quick Facts
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- Lionsgate Play, JioHotstar, ShemarooMe
- Theatrical Release
- 22 April 2009
- Director
- Piyush Jha
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
A 14-year-old orphan named Sikandar Raza lives with his aunt and uncle in Kashmir. After finding a gun on the road, he befriends a mysterious man who teaches him to shoot. As political tensions rise, Sikandar gets trapped in a dangerous game between militants and the army.
“One gun. One boy. No way back.”
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Trivia
- The film was shot entirely on location in Kashmir, capturing real schools and villages.
- Director Piyush Jha also wrote the story, inspired by reports of children finding guns in conflict zones.
- Actor Ayesha Kapur, who played Nasreen, was known earlier for her role as the young Michelle in 'Black'.
- The movie premiered at the International Film Festival of India in Goa before its theatrical release.
- It was produced by Sudhir Mishra's company, though Mishra himself was not the director.
- The young lead, Parzan Dastur, was chosen after a search for a boy who could play football naturally.
- The film's title references the historical conqueror Alexander, symbolizing a boy's desire for power.