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Shakal Pe Mat Ja(2011)

2.8/10
Hindi140 minstheatrical

Shakal Pe Mat Ja is a 2011 Hindi comedy-drama film directed by Shubh Mukherjee. The cast includes Shubh Mukherjee, Saurabh Shukhla, Raghubir Yadav, and Aamna Sharif. The story follows four young friends who are wrongly accused of being terrorists at Delhi International Airport on a high alert day. They must navigate a tense interrogation and help security catch a real terrorist. The film uses humor to address the serious issue of mistaken identity and prejudice. It received mixed reviews but is noted for its bold attempt at blending comedy with a social message. The movie was co-produced by actress Hrishitaa Bhatt. It had a limited theatrical release in 2011.

Director:Shubha Mudgal
Mood:
funnysuspensefuldark

Shakal Pe Mat Ja is streaming on Eros Now and Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel).

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Eros Now, Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel), Airtel Xstream Play
Theatrical Release
18 November 2011
Director
Shubha Mudgal
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 20m
Rating
2.8/10

Storyline

Four young friends arrive at Delhi International Airport for a trip. Their silly behavior makes security suspect they are terrorists. They are pulled aside and interrogated. As the situation spirals, they must prove their innocence and stop a real terrorist attack. Their friendship is tested under pressure.

Don't judge a book by its cover.

Film Details

2.8Rating
140Minutes
HindiLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date18 November 2011
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnysuspensefuldark
Themes
corruptionjusticeidentityfriendship
Tonesatirical
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence2
Emotion2
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title is a playful twist on a popular Hindi phrase meaning 'don't trust appearances'.
  • This was the only feature film directed by the noted classical singer Shubha Mudgal.
  • Actor Zakir Hussain, who plays Vijay Chauhan, is known for his intense roles in crime thrillers.
  • The plot revolves around a single high-pressure day at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
  • Despite its serious premise, the film is primarily marketed and structured as a comedy-drama.
  • It features a cameo by the veteran actor Raghuvir Yadav in a supporting role.
  • The movie had a very limited theatrical release and is not widely known among mainstream audiences.

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