
Nakkash(2019)
Hindi104 mins
The gifted craftsman, Alla Rakha is known for designing beautiful and intricate sculptures of Hindu deities. Being excluded by his own community for his choice of work, Alla gains prominence and becomes the symbol of religious harmony following a news article. His fame brings with it some trouble when he becomes the target of an aspiring politician called Munna.
Director:Zaigham Imam
Mood:
emotionalinspiringserious
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ShemarooMe
- OTT Release Date
- 31 May 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 31 May 2019
- Director
- Zaigham Imam
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A talented craftsman doesn't believe in religious divisions. His skill brings different communities together and becomes a symbol of harmony.
“A craftsman's art unites a divided town.”
Film Details
6.5Rating
104Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date31 May 2019
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalinspiringserious
Themes
identityfamilycorruptionfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Nakkash
Cast reunions in this film: Sharib Hashmi & Inaamulhaq (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Nakkash' means 'engraver' or 'craftsman' in Hindi, reflecting the protagonist's profession.
- Director Zaigham Imam also wrote the screenplay, drawing from his own observations of communal harmony in Varanasi.
- The film was shot on location in Varanasi, capturing the real-life ghats and alleys of the ancient city.
- It had a very limited theatrical release in India, focusing more on film festival circuits and digital platforms.
- The story was inspired by real-life artisans in Varanasi who create religious art for all faiths.
- Actor Inaamulhaq, known for serious roles, plays the lead craftsman Alla Rakha in the film.
- The film's music was composed by Sandesh Shandilya, who is known for his work in films like 'Devdas'.

