Dhobi Ghat(2011)
Dhobi Ghat (2010) is a Hindi drama film directed by Kiran Rao in her directorial debut. The film stars Aamir Khan, Prateik Babbar, Monica Dogra, and Kriti Malhotra. Set in Mumbai, the story follows four individuals from different social backgrounds whose lives intersect. A reclusive painter finds video diaries left by a previous tenant, a washerman dreams of Bollywood stardom, and a wealthy photographer documents the city's poor. The film was shot using guerrilla filmmaking techniques in real Mumbai locations. It received critical acclaim for its intimate portrayal of urban life and was longlisted for the BAFTA Award for Best Film Not in the English Language. Released on 21 January 2011, it was an average box office performer but remains a notable art film.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 21 January 2011
- Director
- Kiran Rao
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
A lonely painter moves into a new flat and discovers video tapes left by a woman who lived there before him. As he watches her story unfold, he becomes obsessed with her tragic life. Meanwhile, a young washerman befriends a rich photographer, but their different worlds keep them apart. Their lives slowly connect in unexpected ways.
“Four lives. One city. Endless stories.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dhobi Ghat
Cast reunions in this film: Aamir Khan & Kitu Gidwani (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's original title was 'Mumbai Diaries', but it was changed to 'Dhobi Ghat' before release.
- Aamir Khan, the lead actor, also produced the film and took no payment for his role.
- It was the directorial debut of Kiran Rao, who is also Aamir Khan's former wife.
- Many scenes were shot in real Mumbai locations like chawls and the actual dhobi ghat.
- The movie had a very limited release, screening in only about 100 theaters in India.
- The character Yasmin's story is told entirely through video diaries she records.
- Critics noted its artistic style was unlike most mainstream Bollywood films of the time.