Silsilay(2005)
Silsilay is a 2005 Indian Hindi-language romance film written and directed by Khalid Mohamed. The ensemble cast includes Tabu, Bhumika Chawla, Riya Sen, Celina Jaitly, Anita Hassanandani, Divya Dutta, Rahul Bose, Jimmy Sheirgill, Ashmit Patel, and Kay Kay Menon, with Shah Rukh Khan in a special appearance as the narrator. The film interweaves three separate stories about women dealing with love, betrayal, and self-discovery. Ziya is a Bollywood actress whose partner refuses to commit. Anushka is a receptionist torn between two suitors. Rehana is a housewife confronting her husband's infidelity. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising the performances but noting the uneven pacing. It was released on 17 June 2005.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2005
- Director
- Khalid Mohammed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Three women face different crises in love. Ziya, a rising actress, wants a child but her boyfriend refuses. Anushka, a receptionist, must choose between a rich suitor and a kind colleague. Rehana, a housewife, discovers her husband is cheating. Their stories eventually connect in a moment of solidarity.
“Three stories. One truth about love.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Silsilay
Cast reunions in this film: Jimmy Shergill & Divya Dutta (5 films together), Tabu & Jimmy Shergill (2 films together), Rahul Bose & Kay Kay Menon (2 films together), Riya Sen & Celina Jaitley (2 films together), and Riya Sen & Divya Dutta (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was inspired by the 1996 American movie 'The Mirror Has Two Faces' but with a different storyline.
- It marked the directorial debut of Khalid Mohamed, who was previously known as a film critic.
- The movie features three separate stories, each focusing on a different woman's life and struggles.
- Despite having a star-studded cast, the film did not perform well at the box office.
- The soundtrack was composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, known for their work in many popular Bollywood films.
- One of the stories in the film deals with themes of extramarital affairs and societal judgment.
- The title 'Silsilay' translates to 'Connections' in English, hinting at the intertwined nature of the characters' lives.