| Cast : | Naseeruddin Shah, Shaan, Iman Ali |
| Director : | Shoaib Mansoor |
| Producer : | n.a |
| Genre : | |
| Release Date : | 4-4-2008 |
Synopsis
The film is about the difficult situation in which the Pakistanis in particular and the Muslims in general are caught up since 9/11। There is a war going on between the Fundamentalists and the Liberal Muslims. This situation is creating a drift not only between the Western world and the Muslims, but also within the Muslims. The educated and modern Muslims are in a difficult situation because of their approach towards life and their western attire. They are criticized and harassed by the fundamentalists and on the other hand the Western world sees them as potential suspects of terrorism just because of their Muslim names. This paradox is resulting in great suffering for a forward looking Muslim. Above mentioned is the theme of the film "KHUDA KE LIYE" which in English means "IN THE NAME OF GOD". The interesting thing about the film is how it connects the happenings in the three continents. Unlike the usual Indian and Pakistani films based on romantic saga, dances and songs, this film is based on some very serious issues, raising a lot of controversial questions boggling the Muslim minds these days.
Reviews KKL tells the story of two brothers, Mansoor (Shaan) and Sarmad (Khan), the care-free musician sons of very liberal parents. Whilst Mansoor is working towards a music scholarship in the USA, Sarmad finds himself an increasingly disillusioned young man, turning towards his faith for answers. He becomes quite extreme in his beliefs under the wings of radical cleric, Maulana Tahiri (Naz) and distances himself from his family after their inability to conform to his increasingly obtuse demands. Things get complicated further when the brothers' cousin, Mary (Iman Ali) arrives from London to spend a few days with them, only to discover that she has been tricked by her father into coming to Pakistan to avoid her marrying her Non-Muslim boyfriend Dave. When Mansoor declines the proposal to marry her, she is forcibly married off to Sarmad. Mansoor then leaves for Chicago to enroll at the "School of Music" there. But unfortunately, he gets wrongly indicted in America's post-9/11 witch hunt for being a Pakistani and a Muslim. Picked up at midnight by the FBI, he is questioned relentlessly about his links with Al Qaida.
Shoaib Mansoor in his debut film has tackled some significant issues - forced marriages, radicalisation of young Muslims, erroneous interpretations of Islam, tribal intricacies and the 'war' between moderates and fundamentalists. To an extend Mansoor succeeds in analyzing them, leaving the conclusion very much open. The finale, (involving a cameo by Naseeruddin Shah) has its highs and lows, the latter being it leaves you with a slightly discerning outlook. The film also features a few subtle digs at India. Also, what is commendable is Shoaib's placing of music in various scenes. The score grows on you as the film proceeds. What you like about this technically topnotch film is that despite its heavy subject it never tries to be preachy and retains its entertainment value.
While the entire principal cast has put in a fabulous performance, its Naseeruddin Shah in his brief appearance in the climax as the long bearded progressive Islamic scholar with his dialogues ('There is beard in religion, but no religion in beard' and 'Two men who did the greatest service to Islam in Pakistan, Mohammed Ali Jinnah and Allama Iqbal, did so without a beard and out of the so called Islamic dress code, in western dress.) who literally steals the thunder. It is learnt that, he had liked his part so much that he even did the role for free.
Khuda Kay Liye don't miss this multi international awards winner movie!
Reviews KKL tells the story of two brothers, Mansoor (Shaan) and Sarmad (Khan), the care-free musician sons of very liberal parents. Whilst Mansoor is working towards a music scholarship in the USA, Sarmad finds himself an increasingly disillusioned young man, turning towards his faith for answers. He becomes quite extreme in his beliefs under the wings of radical cleric, Maulana Tahiri (Naz) and distances himself from his family after their inability to conform to his increasingly obtuse demands. Things get complicated further when the brothers' cousin, Mary (Iman Ali) arrives from London to spend a few days with them, only to discover that she has been tricked by her father into coming to Pakistan to avoid her marrying her Non-Muslim boyfriend Dave. When Mansoor declines the proposal to marry her, she is forcibly married off to Sarmad. Mansoor then leaves for Chicago to enroll at the "School of Music" there. But unfortunately, he gets wrongly indicted in America's post-9/11 witch hunt for being a Pakistani and a Muslim. Picked up at midnight by the FBI, he is questioned relentlessly about his links with Al Qaida.
Shoaib Mansoor in his debut film has tackled some significant issues - forced marriages, radicalisation of young Muslims, erroneous interpretations of Islam, tribal intricacies and the 'war' between moderates and fundamentalists. To an extend Mansoor succeeds in analyzing them, leaving the conclusion very much open. The finale, (involving a cameo by Naseeruddin Shah) has its highs and lows, the latter being it leaves you with a slightly discerning outlook. The film also features a few subtle digs at India. Also, what is commendable is Shoaib's placing of music in various scenes. The score grows on you as the film proceeds. What you like about this technically topnotch film is that despite its heavy subject it never tries to be preachy and retains its entertainment value.
While the entire principal cast has put in a fabulous performance, its Naseeruddin Shah in his brief appearance in the climax as the long bearded progressive Islamic scholar with his dialogues ('There is beard in religion, but no religion in beard' and 'Two men who did the greatest service to Islam in Pakistan, Mohammed Ali Jinnah and Allama Iqbal, did so without a beard and out of the so called Islamic dress code, in western dress.) who literally steals the thunder. It is learnt that, he had liked his part so much that he even did the role for free.
Khuda Kay Liye don't miss this multi international awards winner movie!
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