Kaanchi...(2014)
Kaanchi: The Unbreakable is a 2014 Indian Hindi-language drama film written, directed and produced by Subhash Ghai. The film stars debutant Mishti Chakravarty in the lead role, alongside Kartik Aaryan, Rishi Kapoor, and Mithun Chakraborty. The story follows a young woman from a village of retired army soldiers who fights against a corrupt politician after her father is murdered. Set in the fictional village of Koshampa in Uttarakhand, the narrative explores themes of justice, inner strength, and resistance against oppression. The film was noted for its strong female lead and emotional storytelling. It was released on 25 April 2014 in theatres across India.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Sun NXT
- Theatrical Release
- 25 April 2014
- Director
- Subhash Ghai
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 3.7/10
Storyline
Kaanchi is an innocent girl living in a village of retired soldiers. When a powerful politician kills her father and tries to steal the village land, she decides to fight back. Despite being beaten, betrayed, and thrown in prison, she refuses to give up. Her journey is about finding the courage to stand against an entire system.
“Her spirit cannot be broken”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Kaanchi...
Cast reunions in this film: Salim-Sulaiman & Rishi Kapoor (2 films together), and Rishi Kapoor & Mithun Chakraborty (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot in Uttarakhand, with scenes filmed in real villages and the Ganges river.
- Subhash Ghai came out of a five-year directing break to make this movie.
- It was the first and only film starring Mishti as the lead actress.
- The movie's budget was around 40 crore rupees but it earned less than 10 crore at the box office.
- A.R. Rahman composed the music, marking a rare collaboration with director Subhash Ghai.
- The climax scene involved a large set built to look like a political rally with hundreds of extras.
- Promotional events included a special screening for women's empowerment groups.