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Shikara

Shikara

Now Streaming · Feb 7, 2020 · 2h · Drama, Romance

Critics' Average:2.8/5(8 reviews)

Box Office8.15 Cr

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Shikara is a Hindi language romantic drama film directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra that tells the love story of Shanti and Shiv Dhar, Kashmiri Pandits, set against the backdrop of the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from Kashmir.

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Shikara

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Critics' Verdict

Shikara received mixed reviews. Critics praised Aadil Khan, Sadia, the cinematography, music and heartfelt love story, but many felt the Kashmiri Pandit exodus deserved deeper and more powerful treatment. The film struggled commercially and was a box office flop.

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Critics Reviews

Hindustantimes.comHT Media

Hindustan Times praises Aadil, Sadia, the direction and emotional moments, but says the slow storytelling needed a stronger and more powerful treatment.

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Koimoi.comContests2win.com

3/5

Koimoi praises the lead performances and emotional treatment, but says changes in pace and the focus on romance reduce the power of the larger story.

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Bollywoodlife.comZee Media

2.5/5

BollywoodLife praises the subject and performances, but says the weak script and restrained direction turn an important story into a missed opportunity.

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Filmibeat.comGreynium

3/5

Filmibeat praises Aadil, Sadia, the cinematography and music, but says the restrained storytelling reduces the emotional force of the Kashmiri Pandit tragedy.

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TimesofIndia.comTimes Group

3/5

The Times of India praises the performances, music and engaging first half, but says the romance becomes predictable and the historical treatment feels too one sided.

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Indiatoday.inLiving Media India

3/5

India Today praises the sensitive direction, lead performances, music and emotional love story, but feels the film does not explore the wider Kashmir conflict deeply enough.

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Videos

Trailer — Shikara

Shikara | Official Trailer | Dir: Vidhu Vinod Chopra | 7th February 2020

Video Clip 1 — Shikara

Mar Jaayein Hum- Full Video | Shikara | Aadil & Sadia| Shradha Mishra & Papon | Sandesh Shandilya

Video Clip 2 — Shikara

Shukrana Gul Khile - Full Video | Shikara | Aadil & Sadia | Munir Ahmad Mir | Abhay Rustum Sopori

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Ghar Bhara Sa Lage - Full Video | Shikara | Aadil Khan & Sadia | Shreya Ghoshal & Papon | Sandesh S

Video Clip 4 — Shikara

Shikara | Saath Rehna Hai Humein | Dir: Vidhu Vinod Chopra | Irshad Kamil | In Cinemas Now

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Movie Info

Shikara is a Hindi language romantic drama film directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra that tells the love story of Shanti and Shiv Dhar, Kashmiri Pandits, set against the backdrop of the 1990 exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from Kashmir.

DirectorVidhu Vinod Chopra

Produced byVidhu Vinod Chopra

BannerVidhu Vinod Chopra, Star Studios

Written byVidhu Vinod Chopra

Music CompanyZee Music

GenreDrama, Romance

LanguageHindi

Release date7 February 2020

StatusNow Streaming

Streaming PartnersPrime Video

Running time120 minutes

CountryIndia

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