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Naach(2004)

5.5/10
Hindi145 minstheatrical

Naach (Dance) is a 2004 Indian Hindi-language romantic dance film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The lead cast includes Abhishek Bachchan, Antara Mali, and Riteish Deshmukh. The story follows Abhinav, a struggling actor, and Reva, a choreographer, who fall in love while chasing their dreams in Mumbai. Their relationship is tested when both achieve professional success and their egos clash. The film is notable for its focus on the personal cost of ambition rather than on elaborate dance numbers. It received mixed critical reviews and had a modest box office performance. The movie was released in theatres on 20 August 2004.

Director:Manoj Pahwa
Mood:
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Netflix, YouTube
Theatrical Release
1 January 2004
Director
Manoj Pahwa
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 25m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A struggling actor and a passionate choreographer fall in love in Mumbai. Their shared dream of success brings them together. But when fame arrives, their relationship begins to crack. They must choose between their careers and each other.

Dance is their language. Love is their rhythm.

Film Details

5.5Rating
145Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date1 January 2004
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
loveidentitycorruptionsurvival
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Naach

Cast reunions in this film: Ram Gopal Varma & Amar Mohile (8 films together), Ram Gopal Varma & Antara Mali (6 films together), Riteish Deshmukh & Abhishek Bachchan (4 films together), Ram Gopal Varma & Riteish Deshmukh (3 films together), Ram Gopal Varma & Abhishek Bachchan (2 films together), and Manoj Pahwa & Riteish Deshmukh (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Dance' before being renamed 'Naach'.
  • Antara Mali's character was inspired by real-life struggling dancers in Mumbai.
  • The film's music was composed by Amar Mohile, not the usual RGV collaborator Sandeep Chowta.
  • It was shot in just 28 days on a very low budget.
  • The movie performed poorly at the box office, ending its theatrical run quickly.
  • A subplot involving the male lead's job at an ad agency was based on common Mumbai struggles.

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