Malaal
A tragic love story set in Mumbai
About Malaal
Released: 2019
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 2h 13m
Cast
Meezaan Jaffrey, Sharmin Segal, Chinmaya Surve, Anil Gawas, Sonal Jha, Sanjay Gurbaxani, Sameer Dharmadhikari, Deepak Damle
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Malaal is a 2019 Indian romantic movie directed by Mangesh Hadawale. The film was produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Bhushan Kumar, Mahaveer Jain, and Krishan Kumar. Malaal stars Sharmin Segal and Meezaan Jaffrey in the lead roles and is set in Mumbai. The film follows the love story of Astha and Shiva, two individuals belonging to different social backgrounds, as they face challenges and obstacles in their relationship.
The plot revolves around Astha, a college student from a middle-class family, and Shiva, a local goon's son. Despite their different upbringings, Astha and Shiva develop an unexpected bond and fall in love. However, their relationship faces opposition from society and their families, leading to conflicts and emotional turmoil. As the story unfolds, Astha and Shiva must overcome these obstacles to be together and find happiness.
Making / Production
Malaal is a remake of the 2004 Tamil film "7G Rainbow Colony." The director, Mangesh Hadawale, adapted the story to suit the Mumbai setting and added his own elements to the narrative. The film was shot on location in Mumbai, capturing the vibrant city's essence.
Actors
- Sharmin Segal as Astha - Sharmin Segal portrayed the character of Astha, a college student. Her performance beautifully captured Astha's innocence and determination.
- Meezaan Jaffrey as Shiva - Meezaan Jaffrey played the role of Shiva, a local goon's son. He brought charm and intensity to the character, showcasing the complexities of Shiva's personality.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Malaal marks the debut of both the lead actors, Sharmin Segal and Meezaan Jaffrey.
- The film explores the theme of forbidden love and social barriers.
- Malaal received mixed reviews from critics upon its release.
Awards
No specific awards were won by Malaal.
Quotes
- "Love has no boundaries, it just happens." - Shiva
- "Sometimes, you have to fight for your love." - Astha
Music
The music for Malaal was composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, with lyrics by Prashant Ingole. The soundtrack of the film features a mix of soulful melodies and upbeat tracks that enhance the romantic atmosphere and emotional moments in the story.
Soundtrack
- "Aila Re" - Vishal Dadlani, Shreyas Puranik
- "Ek Malaal" - Shail Hada
- "Malaal" - Shail Hada
- "Nadhaniya" - Shreya Ghoshal, Vishal Dadlani
- "Udhal Ho" - Adarsh Shinde
About Malaal
Malaal is an Indian romantic drama exploring the passionate love story of Shiva and Aastha, set in the city of Mumbai.