Guzaarish(2010)
Guzaarish is a 2010 Indian Hindi-language drama film directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. It stars Hrithik Roshan as Ethan Mascarenhas, a paralyzed former magician, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as his nurse Sofia D'Souza. The story follows Ethan's legal battle to obtain permission for euthanasia fourteen years after a spinal cord injury left him quadriplegic. The film explores themes of dignity, love, and the right to choose one's own death. It was noted for its sensitive treatment of a controversial subject and for Roshan's performance, which relied heavily on facial expressions. Guzaarish received positive reviews from critics and won several awards, including Filmfare Awards for Best Music Director and Best Background Score. The film was released on November 19, 2010.
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- Theatrical Release
- 19 November 2010
- Director
- Sanjay Leela Bhansali
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Rating
- 7.4/10
Storyline
A famous magician named Ethan Mascarenhas is now a quadriplegic. He has been paralyzed from the neck down for fourteen years. He wants to end his life with dignity. He files a petition in court to seek permission for euthanasia. His nurse, Sofia, and his lawyer, Devyani, stand by him as he fights for his final wish.
“A request for freedom.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Guzaarish
Cast reunions in this film: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Hrithik Roshan (2 films together), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Sanjay Leela Bhansali (2 films together), and Sanjay Leela Bhansali & Sudeep Chatterjee (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Guzaarish' means 'request' in Urdu, reflecting the protagonist's plea for euthanasia.
- Hrithik Roshan learned magic tricks from a professional magician to prepare for his role as a paralyzed magician.
- This was Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's fourth collaboration with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali after 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', 'Devdas', and a cameo in 'Saawariya'.
- The film was shot primarily in Goa, with many scenes filmed at a heritage Portuguese-style villa.
- Composer duo Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Monty Sharma used a live orchestra in Prague to record the film's background score.
- Despite critical acclaim, the movie underperformed at the box office upon its release in 2010.
- The film's courtroom scenes were inspired by real-life debates around euthanasia laws in various countries.