
Ajab Singh Ki Gajab Kahani(2017)
Hindi114 mins
Ajab Singh Ki Gajab Kahani film directed by Rishi Prakash Mishra, starring Yasika Basra and Ishita Ganguly the lead roles.
Director:Rishi Prakash Mishra
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Plex, Eros Now, Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel)
- Theatrical Release
- 21 April 2017
- Director
- Rishi Prakash Mishra
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Rating
- 2.9/10
Storyline
This biopic tells the true story of Ajay Singh, an Indian Revenue Service officer. Despite being physically handicapped, he serves as a Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax. The film highlights his determination and unique journey in the tax department.
“A true story of triumph against all odds.”
Film Details
2.9Rating
114Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date21 April 2017
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
corruptionjusticeidentitysurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability2
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Ajab Singh Ki Gajab Kahani
Cast reunions in this film: Yashpal Sharma & Govind Namdev (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director, Rishi Prakash Mishra, is a serving Indian Revenue Service officer himself, which informed the movie's authentic portrayal.
- It is reportedly the first Indian film where a real-life, serving IRS officer played the lead role of another IRS officer.
- The movie was shot on location in Ranchi, Jharkhand, where the real Ajay Singh was posted as Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax.
- Despite being a biopic, the film had a very limited theatrical release and is not widely known outside of specific circles.
- The production faced challenges in accurately depicting bureaucratic procedures while keeping the narrative engaging for a general audience.
- The soundtrack features songs that blend traditional folk music from the Jharkhand region with contemporary Bollywood styles.
