Ardh(2022)
Hindi84 mins
Ardh (2022) is a 84-minute Hindi film directed by Palash Muchhal. Starring Rubina Dilaik, Kulbhushan Kharbanda and Hiten Tejwani. With an audience rating of 6.9/10 and a strong reception verdict at the box office, Ardh stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2022.
Director:Palash Muchhal
Mood:
emotionalfunnyinspiring
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 1 Jan 2023
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube Movies
- OTT Release Date
- 1 January 2023
- Theatrical Release
- 10 June 2022
- Director
- Palash Muchhal
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.9/10
Storyline
A struggling actor in Mumbai can't find work. To make ends meet, he pretends to be a transgender person and begs for money, with the help of his wife.
“A desperate actor. A risky disguise. A fight to survive.”
Film Details
6.9Rating
84Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date10 June 2022
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalfunnyinspiring
Themes
identitysurvivalfamilylove
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.9/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was inspired by a real-life incident where a struggling actor disguised himself as a transgender person to earn money.
- Director Palash Muchhal is better known as a music composer and singer, making this his directorial debut.
- Lead actor Rajpal Yadav prepared for his role by spending time with transgender communities in Mumbai.
- The film's title 'Ardh' means 'half' in Hindi, symbolizing the protagonist's dual identity.
- Much of the film was shot on location in the streets and chawls of Mumbai to add authenticity.
- The movie had a very limited theatrical release and primarily gained attention through digital platforms.
- It explores the theme of gender performance, contrasting the protagonist's acting on stage with his real-life disguise.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Ardh
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