Aarakshan

  • U (INDIA)
  • 2011


MOVIE IS amazing musical intermittent affirmative competitive
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Positive Reviews 8
Negative reviews 6
Average Rating 2.8/5
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3.0
This socially astute film never soft pedals the complexity of this affirmative action policy. Time Out
3.0
Watch it for the intermittent high drama and the gritty performances, scattered as they are. ETimes (TOI)
1.5
Also the moment focus shifts from reservation to coaching centres, not just the drama fizzle down but the sheer seriousness of the entire movie watchi .. indiaglitz
3.5
Here, he cast big stars like Bachchan and Khan, and cut down the number of musical numbers while still hiring the powerhouse composers Shankar Mahadev .. Film Journal International ..
3.5
The Bottom Line Banned in parts of the country, Aarakshan offers a thoughtful look at the competitive frenzy fueling todays Shining India. Hollywood Reporter
1.5
While its questions of affirmative action and charter schools could theoretically resonate with American auds, the pics corny theatrics, talky, preach .. Variety
4.0
Zero bhi ek mahan Bhartiya ne ijaad kiya that aur ek zero hi ek zero ko maar sakta hai. Firstpost
3.5
Subtle it aint and subtle it neednt be.It is, though, mostly involving (if Bollywood long, at 2 hours 45 minutes) and even occasionally stirring. Ny Times
2.0
There are lots of shots of teachers pointing at blackboards with kids making amazing progress. The National
1.5
Aarakshan could have been a well marshalled case of caste and conscience, but it turns out to be more light weight cash and carry. The Indian Express
4.0
He doesnt strike back initially, but retaliates later, when he starts teaching all over again. Bollywood Hungama
2.0
Its a script stuck in a 70s locker, taken out and dusted, but you still cant shake off the feeling that its dated. Rajeev Masand
4.0
It will be appreciated by audiences who love plot driven films rather than pure commercial Bollywood. Birmingham Mail
2.0
There isnt much wit in resolving the problems as Prakash Jha opts for his trademark call for revolution climax. The Economic Times



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