Sadiyaan(2010)
Sadiyaan is a 2010 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Raj Kanwar. The cast includes Rekha, Hema Malini, Rishi Kapoor, Luv Sinha, Feryna Wazheir, and Jawed Sheikh. The story follows a Sikh couple who adopt a Muslim baby during the 1947 partition of India. Years later, the boy's biological parents return from Pakistan, creating an emotional conflict over identity and belonging. The film explores the lasting trauma of partition and the power of maternal love. It was released on 2 April 2010 and was a box office disaster. Critics found the film outdated and melodramatic.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 2 April 2010
- Director
- Raj Kanwar
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
During the 1947 partition, a Sikh couple finds a Muslim baby in an abandoned house. They raise him as their own son. Years later, he falls in love with a Muslim girl. Her family rejects him because they think he is Sikh. The truth about his birth comes out, and his real parents return from Pakistan. Now everyone must decide where he truly belongs.
“Boundaries Divide... Love Unites”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Sadiyaan
Cast reunions in this film: Rekha & Rishi Kapoor (4 films together), Hema Malini & Rishi Kapoor (4 films together), and Rekha & Hema Malini (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's release was delayed for over two years after its completion, finally arriving in theaters in 2010.
- It was one of the final film appearances of veteran actor Rekha before a long hiatus from cinema.
- The movie features a cameo by Pakistani actor Zara Sheikh, adding to the cross-border theme.
- Director Raj Kanwar initially planned a more elaborate partition sequence but scaled it down due to budget constraints.
- The soundtrack includes a rare playback song by singer Shreya Ghoshal that was not widely promoted.
- Parts of the Kashmir scenes were actually filmed in studios and hill stations due to security concerns.
- The film's title 'Sadiyaan' translates to 'Centuries,' symbolizing enduring divisions and love.