Chand Bujh Gaya(2004)
Chand Bujh Gaya is a 2005 Indian Hindi-language drama thriller film directed by Sharique Minhaj in his directorial debut. The film stars Faisal Khan and Shama Sikander in lead roles. The story is a musical love story set against the backdrop of the 2002 Gujarat riots following the Godhra incident. It follows a Hindu boy and a Muslim girl who fall in love during a time of intense communal violence. The film is noted for its emotional portrayal of how hatred destroys innocent lives and love. It was released in 2005 and received attention for its bold subject matter.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2004
- Director
- Sharique Minhaj
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
During the 2002 Gujarat riots, a Hindu man named Raj falls in love with a Muslim woman named Zara. Their families and society are divided by hatred. Raj and Zara fight to be together, but the violence around them grows stronger. Their love is tested by betrayal, mob attacks, and tragedy.
“When love is the only crime”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Chand Bujh Gaya' translates to 'The Moon Has Gone Out', symbolizing the fading of romance.
- It was one of the earliest mainstream Hindi films to directly depict the 2002 Godhra train burning incident and its aftermath.
- Director Sharique Minhaj was primarily known as a television writer and director before making this film.
- The movie features a cameo by veteran actor Alok Nath in a supporting role as a family elder.
- Parts of the film were shot on location in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, to add authenticity to the setting.
- Despite its serious subject matter, the film performed poorly at the box office and had a limited theatrical release.
- The soundtrack included a song by singer Shreya Ghoshal, though the film's music did not gain major popularity.