Ya Rab(2014)
Ya Rab is a 2014 Indian Hindi-language action crime drama directed by Hasnain Hyderabadwala. The film stars Ajaz Khan, Arjumman Mughal, Raju Kher, Akhilendra Mishra, and Manzar Sehbai. It exposes how self-proclaimed Islamic preachers misinterpret the Quran to recruit suicide bombers. The story follows an ATS officer tracking a respected Maulana who secretly runs a terrorist network in Lucknow. The film was praised for its honest portrayal of Islam's peaceful teachings and its bold stance against religious extremism. It received mixed reviews for its low production values but strong message. Ya Rab was released on February 7, 2014, and is available on YouTube.
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- Theatrical Release
- 7 February 2014
- Director
- Hasnain Hyderabadwala
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 4.3/10
Storyline
ATS officer Rann Vijay Singh discovers that a respected religious leader named Maulana Jilani is secretly brainwashing young boys into suicide bombers. When a bomb blast kills dozens in a Lucknow mall, the only witness is a pregnant woman who is now brain-dead. Rann must protect her from Jilani's men while uncovering the truth behind the attack.
“Terrorism has no religion.”
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- The film's director, Hasnain Hyderabadwala, was previously known for directing adult comedies, making this a major genre shift.
- It faced protests from some Muslim groups who claimed it misrepresented Islam, leading to security concerns during its release.
- The title 'Ya Rab' translates to 'O Lord' in Arabic, a phrase commonly used in Islamic prayers and supplications.
- Despite its controversial theme, the movie was shot extensively in Mumbai with a relatively low budget.
- The film's release was delayed multiple times due to censorship issues and debates over its content.
- It performed poorly at the box office, earning very little despite its attempt to address a topical issue.
- Some critics noted that the film used a thriller-style narrative to deliver its social message about religious extremism.