Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela(2013)
'Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela' is a 2013 Indian Hindi-language romantic tragedy film written and directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh in the lead roles, with a supporting cast including Supriya Pathak, Richa Chadda, and Gulshan Devaiah. The film is a desi adaptation of William Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', set in the fictional Gujarati village of Ranjhaar where two warring families, the Rajadis and Saneras, have been feuding for 500 years. The story follows Ram and Leela, star-crossed lovers from these enemy clans, who fall in love but are torn apart by their families' violent history. The film is notable for its grand production design, vibrant soundtrack composed by Bhansali himself, and intense performances. It received positive reviews, with particular praise for Padukone's performance, which won her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. The film grossed over ₹220 crore worldwide and was the sixth highest-grossing Hindi film of 2013.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, Eros Now, Airtel Xstream Play
- OTT Release Date
- 15 April 2014
- Theatrical Release
- 15 November 2013
- Director
- Sanjay Leela Bhansali
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Rating
- 7.2/10
Storyline
Ram, a reckless vagabond from the Rajadi clan, falls in love with Leela, the fiery daughter of his family's sworn enemy, the Saneras. Their love is forbidden by a 500-year-old blood feud. They must choose between their families and each other, leading to a tragic chain of violence and sacrifice.
“Love is a bullet. Aim carefully.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela
Cast reunions in this film: Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh (4 films together), Deepika Padukone & Sanjay Leela Bhansali (2 films together), and Ranveer Singh & Sanjay Leela Bhansali (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Ram-Leela' but had to add 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela' after protests from Hindu groups.
- Deepika Padukone wore real gold jewelry weighing several kilograms in the song 'Nagada Sang Dhol'.
- Sanjay Leela Bhansali drew inspiration from Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' and the violent Gujarati clan culture.
- The film's climax was shot in a single 22-minute take, which was very challenging for the actors and crew.
- Priyanka Chopra was initially considered for the role of Leela, but scheduling conflicts led to Deepika Padukone being cast.
- The movie was shot extensively in Gujarat, including real locations like the Ranjit Vilas Palace in Wankaner.
- It was the first Hindi film to use the Arri Alexa XT camera, known for its high-quality digital imagery.