Ankhon Dekhi(2014)
Ankhon Dekhi is a 2014 Indian Hindi-language drama film written and directed by Rajat Kapoor. The film stars Sanjay Mishra as Bauji, with Seema Pahwa, Rajat Kapoor, and Namit Das in supporting roles. Set in a cramped house in old Delhi, the story follows a middle-aged man who decides to only believe what he sees with his own eyes after a personal incident. This decision upends his family life, his job, and his relationships. The film is notable for its gentle tone, strong performances, and philosophical depth. It won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Film and Best Actor. Ankhon Dekhi was released on 21 March 2014 and is available on streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Hotstar, Prime Video, ShemarooMe, Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 21 March 2014
- Director
- Rajat Kapoor
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Rating
- 7.6/10
Storyline
Bauji is a 55-year-old man living in old Delhi with his large family. After a small incident involving his daughter, he decides to stop believing anything he has not seen himself. He quits his job, stops worshipping gods, and questions everything. His family thinks he has lost his mind, but Bauji sticks to his new rule.
“See it to believe it.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ankhon Dekhi
Cast reunions in this film: Sanjay Mishra & Brijendra Kala (7 films together), Sanjay Mishra & Saurabh Shukla (7 films together), Rajat Kapoor & Saurabh Shukla (7 films together), Sagar Desai & Rajat Kapoor (3 films together), Rajat Kapoor & Brijendra Kala (3 films together), and Brijendra Kala & Seema Pahwa (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film was partly funded through a crowdfunding campaign, which was rare for Hindi cinema at the time.
- Rajat Kapoor, the director, also played the small role of Bauji's brother-in-law in the movie.
- The title 'Ankhon Dekhi' translates to 'Seen with My Own Eyes,' reflecting the main character's philosophy.
- Much of the film was shot in real locations in Delhi's old neighborhoods to capture an authentic atmosphere.
- It won the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Film but had a very limited theatrical release.
- Sanjay Mishra, who played Bauji, received widespread critical praise for his understated performance.
- The story was inspired by Rajat Kapoor's observations of people questioning their own beliefs in everyday life.