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Lakshya(2004)

6.9/10
Hindi186 mins

Lakshya (2004) is a 186-minute Hindi film directed by Farhan Akhtar. Starring Preity Zinta, Amitabh Bachchan and Hrithik Roshan. With an audience rating of 6.9/10, Lakshya stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2004.

Director:Farhan Akhtar
Mood:
emotionalinspiringuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 January 2004
Director
Farhan Akhtar
Language
Hindi
Runtime
3h 6m
GudVibe Rating
6.9/10

Storyline

A young man without direction or purpose enlists in the military. Through the tough training and discipline, he finds his focus and grows up. He ultimately proves his courage during a major battle.

From lost to leader on the front lines.

Film Details

6.9Rating
186Minutes
HindiLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 January 2004
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsЦель жизни · Mut zur Entscheidung - Lakshya · Lakshya - Zeit der Helden · Lakshya · สมรภูมิกลางใจ

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringuplifting
Themes
identityfamilyfriendshipsurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Lakshya' means 'aim' or 'goal' in Hindi, reflecting the main character's journey.
  • Hrithik Roshan performed many of his own stunts, including the difficult climb in the climax sequence.
  • The Ladakh shooting schedule was extremely tough, with actors facing altitude sickness and harsh weather.
  • Director Farhan Akhtar also co-wrote the dialogues, though he is not officially credited for it.
  • The film was not a major box office hit initially but later gained a strong cult following.
  • Real Indian Army officers were consulted and some soldiers appeared as extras in the film.
  • Amitabh Bachchan's voice is heard as the narrator in the film, though he does not appear on screen.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Lakshya

Karan's Father-Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh4 films
Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh-Actor4 films
Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh-Maj. Kaushal Verma4 films
Director-Original Music Composer4 films
Karan's Father-Director3 films
Karan's Father-Sep. Tarsem Singh3 films
Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh-Capt. Jalal Akbar3 films
Karan's Father-Original Music Composer2 films
Actor-Original Music Composer2 films
Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh-Director2 films
Sub. Maj. Pritam Singh-Actor2 films
Actor-Pakistani Maj. Shahbaaz Humdani2 films
Maj. Kaushal Verma-Capt. Jalal Akbar2 films

Frequently Asked Questions