Choo Lenge Akash(2001)
Choo Lenge Akash is a 2001 Hindi family drama film directed by Virendra Saini. The cast includes Puru Chibber, Pankaj Jha, Parikshit Sahni, and Abhishek Sharma. The story follows Sonu, a young girl with a congenital leg disability, who dreams of flying in a hot air balloon. Her father, a devoted single parent, tries every possible treatment for her leg. When a balloon festival leaves Sonu heartbroken, her father builds a homemade hot air balloon to fulfill her wish. The film was produced by the Children's Film Society of India and has a runtime of 85 minutes. It is known for its heartfelt portrayal of a father-daughter bond and themes of perseverance. The movie is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2001
- Director
- Virendra Saini
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Rating
- 3.4/10
Storyline
A little girl named Sonu cannot walk properly because of a weak leg. She dreams of flying in a hot air balloon. Her father loves her deeply and wants to make her happy. When a balloon pilot refuses to take her up, her father decides to build a balloon himself. Together, they rise into the sky and Sonu finally touches her dream.
“A dream that touched the sky.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was shot on location in the scenic villages of Himachal Pradesh, capturing authentic local landscapes.
- Director Virendra Saini was primarily known for his work in television before making this feature film.
- The child actors in the film were mostly newcomers, not widely recognized in mainstream Hindi cinema.
- It is a lesser-known family drama that did not receive a major nationwide theatrical release.
- The movie's title translates to 'Will Touch the Sky', reflecting the protagonist's aspirations.
- The soundtrack, composed by Anand-Milind, included a song sung by popular playback singer Alka Yagnik.
- The film's narrative focuses on village life and community, a theme less common in Hindi films of that era.