Rajma Chawal
A father-son duo navigating digital age complexities
About Rajma Chawal
Released: 2018
Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1h 58m
Cast
Rishi Kapoor, Anirudh Tanwar, Amyra Dastur, Jitendra Shastri, Aparshakti Khurana, Harish Khanna, Manu Rishi Chadha, Nirmal Rishi, Sheeba Chaddha, Adil Hussain, Rahul Ram, Mukesh Chhabra
About Rajma Chawal
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About
Rajma Chawal is a 2018 Indian drama film that explores the relationship between a father and son in the age of social media and technology. Directed by Leena Yadav, the film revolves around the character of Raj Mathur, a single father trying to reconnect with his son Kabir, who is busy with his virtual world.
The story takes interesting turns as Raj creates a fake profile on social media to befriend his son and understand him better. The film beautifully captures the generational gap and the importance of family bonds in the modern world.
Making / Production
Rajma Chawal was shot in various locations in Delhi, India. The director, Leena Yadav, wanted to create an authentic setting for the film to capture the essence of Delhi and its culture. The film's production team worked extensively to bring alive the contrasting worlds of traditional values and modern technology.
Actors
- Amyra Dastur as Seher, Kabir's love interest - She portrayed the role of a compassionate and understanding character who becomes a bridge between Raj and Kabir.
- Rishi Kapoor as Raj Mathur, Kabir's father - Rishi Kapoor delivered a heartfelt performance as the caring father trying to reconnect with his son.
- Anirudh Tanwar as Kabir Mathur - Anirudh Tanwar brought depth to the character of Kabir, depicting the struggles of a young man caught between his virtual world and family responsibilities.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The title of the film, "Rajma Chawal," refers to a popular North Indian dish, symbolizing the warmth and comfort of family meals.
- The film's soundtrack features a mix of modern and traditional music to reflect the themes of the story.
- Director Leena Yadav incorporated real-life stories of parent-child relationships into the script for authenticity.
Music, Soundtrack
- The film's soundtrack blends contemporary tunes with classical Indian music, creating a unique and soulful atmosphere.
- Songs like "Tere Liye," "Raj Karega Khalsa," and "Kudiye Ni Tere" add depth to the emotional narrative of the film.
About Rajma Chawal
Rajma Chawal is an Indian comedy-drama showcasing a tech-illiterate father's Internet savvy attempts to mend his relationship with his estranged son.
