Udaan

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Jessica G @Jess26444 Jul 6 Udaan is a deeply moving coming of age drama that explores the struggle between personal dreams and family expectations. After being expelled from boarding school, Rohan is forced to return home and live under the strict rule of his authoritarian father, setting the stage for an emotional journey of courage and self-discovery. The film delivers outstanding performances, particularly from Rajat Barmecha and Ronit Roy, whose on-screen dynamic is both intense and unforgettable. With honest storytelling, subtle direction, and a beautifully crafted screenplay, Udaan captures the emotional weight of growing up in a difficult environment without relying on melodrama. A beautifully crafted and emotionally powerful drama that remains one of the finest coming-of-age films in Hindi cinema. See more Shashwat R @RT34816136 Mar 25 A masterpiece in disguise. Nowadays when you watch a Bollywood movie, you get the same formulaic story, either about romance, patriotism, gangs, or a spy movie, with unnecessary "item songs" and that soulless acting. These kinds of movies feel more like a performance than a story written with a deep and relatable message. This movie however did not disappoint at all, unlike most movies it talked about uncomfortable topics, challenged societal beliefs, and did not push for forced romances or unnecessary songs. It was a grounded movie which showed that no one is coming to save us, and that we must create our own destiny. Characters like Ronit Roy were really well written, unlike proper a villain he was just another victim of the cycle of brutality which especially after his wife's death had claimed him. In his eyes he was doing the best for his children, even though that couldn't be further from the truth. This movie truly has it all, it truly captures an uncomfortable reality, life... See more Faiz D @RT95588871 08/29/2024 A beautifully moving coming-of-age film with an amazing soundtrack. See more 04/10/2022 Really a good movie Storyline is way different from other Bollywood movies See more yash b @yashbansal 08/13/2020 Movies of such high caliber like "Udaan" are truly a rare treat in Bollywood. This movie feels a lot more grounded in reality compared to other Indian movies and truly has a big heart. This movie isn't always easy to watch, in fact, it is downright difficult to watch for the most part, but it is consistently engaging and captivating. I found myself truly invested in the characters and genuinely concerned for them throughout the movie. It's a movie that will inspire you to overcome anything in your life holding you back and is designed to create a strong emotional reaction. If you're someone who is passionate about anything in the creative space, this movie will almost certainly resonate with you. It's a movie that presents a tough situation but ultimately gives the viewer a true feeling of hope by the time it ends. Overall, this is a beautiful coming of age story that is very well-deserving of the hype. See more 03/30/2020 'Udaan' is one of the finest Hindi films of the decade. Helmed with finesse and attention by Vikramaditya Motwane, this is a textured, restrained and refined coming-of-age film with likeable and less-than-likeable characters, and real settings. Inspirational and moving at the same time, I love this film because it did to me what some mainstream films struggle to do to the audience and end up making is cringe. This is a film about awakening, a shout out to the inner soul. It's a thoughtfully made, strong little film with a screenplay like poetry and a heart like gold. Don't miss it at any cost. See more Read all reviews

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