Kedarnath (film)
Kedarnath is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language romantic disaster film directed by Abhishek Kapoor. It stars Sushant Singh Rajput and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles. The film is set against the backdrop of the 2013 floods in Uttarakhand, India, and tells the story of a Muslim porter (mansoor) and a Hindu pilgrim (mukku) who fall in love during the arduous journey to the Kedarnath shrine.
Plot:
The film portrays the blossoming love story between Mansoor, a local Muslim pithoo (porter) who carries pilgrims on his back, and Mukku, a rebellious and headstrong Hindu girl from a Brahmin family. Their relationship faces opposition from Mukku's family and the conservative social environment of Kedarnath. The 2013 North India floods serve as a catastrophic backdrop to their romance, testing their love and resilience. The film depicts the devastation caused by the floods and the struggle for survival of the people affected.
Cast:
- Sushant Singh Rajput as Mansoor Khan
- Sara Ali Khan as Mukku (Mandakini Mishra)
- Nitish Bharadwaj as Brijraj Mishra (Mukku's father)
- Alka Amin as Dolly Mishra (Mukku's mother)
- Pooja Gor as Brinda Mishra (Mukku's sister)
- Nishant Dahiya as Kullu (Mukku's fiancé)
Production:
The film's production faced several challenges, including delays due to disputes between the director and producers.
Reception:
Critical Reception: The film received mixed reviews from critics. While Sara Ali Khan's debut performance was generally praised, the film was criticized for its predictable plot and melodramatic treatment of the subject matter. Some reviewers questioned the portrayal of the disaster and the romantic storyline.
Box Office: The film was a commercial success, grossing a significant amount at the box office.
Music:
The film's soundtrack was composed by Amit Trivedi, with lyrics written by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The songs gained popularity prior to the film's release.
Controversies:
The film faced some controversy due to its interfaith romance and perceived insensitivity towards the religious sentiments of some Hindu groups. There were calls for a ban on the film in certain regions.