Begum Jaan(2017)
Begum Jaan is a 2017 Indian Hindi period drama film directed and co-written by Srijit Mukherji. The lead cast includes Vidya Balan in the title role, with Amitabh Bachchan, Naseeruddin Shah, and Pallavi Sharda in supporting roles. Set during the 1947 Partition of India, the story follows eleven prostitutes who refuse to leave their brothel when the Radcliffe Line is drawn through it. The film explores themes of dignity, resistance, and sisterhood against a backdrop of political violence. It received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for Vidya Balan's powerful performance. The film was released in theaters on 14 April 2017.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- JioHotstar, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 14 April 2017
- Director
- Srijit Mukherji
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
In 1947, a brothel run by the fierce Begum Jaan sits exactly on the new border between India and Pakistan. Government officials order the women to leave, but Begum Jaan refuses. She and her ten sisters fight to keep their home, facing violence, betrayal, and fire. Their battle is for dignity, not just a building.
“Where will you draw the line?”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Begum Jaan
Cast reunions in this film: Naseeruddin Shah & Ila Arun (4 films together), Naseeruddin Shah & Anu Malik (4 films together), Naseeruddin Shah & Vidya Balan (2 films together), and Vidya Balan & Ila Arun (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a Hindi remake of the Bengali movie 'Rajkahini', also directed by Srijit Mukherji.
- Vidya Balan performed her own stunts in the film, including a scene where she is dragged across the ground.
- The brothel set was built from scratch in a remote village near Mumbai to create an authentic period look.
- The film's release was delayed because the censor board asked for many cuts due to its bold content.
- Composer Anu Malik returned to film music after a long break to create the soundtrack for this movie.
- It was one of the last films for veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi, who took a break from acting soon after.
- The story is inspired by the real-life impact of the Radcliffe Line during the Partition of India.
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