Ardh
| Ardh | |
|---|---|
 Official release poster | |
| Directed by | Palash Muchhal |
| Written by | Palash Muchhal |
| Screenplay by | Palash Muchhal |
| Story by | Palash Muchhal |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Parvez Pathan |
| Edited by | Nitin Fcp |
| Music by | Palash Muchhal |
Production companies | Pal Music and Films |
| Distributed by | ZEE5 |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Ardh is an Indian Hindi-language drama film written and directed by Palash Muchhal.[1] It stars Rajpal Yadav and Rubina Dilaik.[2][3] The film premiered on ZEE5 on 10 June 2022.[4]
Story
Shiva, a struggling actor, has been trying to make it big in the film industry for many years, but has not been able to get his break. He decides to give Mumbai a try so he and his wife, Madhu, travel to tinsel town from their small hometown in Bihar. Life remains hard in the big city as well.
Shiva decides to disguise himself as a transgender and beg for money on the streets. He does this in order to support his family and to continue his dream of becoming an actor.
The film explores the ordeal of a struggling actor and the challenges faced by transgender people in India. It is a heartwarming story about love, sacrifice, and hope.
Cast
- Rajpal Yadav as Shiva
- Rubina Dilaik as Madhu
- Hiten Tejwani as Satya
- Kulbhushan Kharbanda as himself (Cameo Appearance)
- Swastik Tiwari as Aniruddh
- Yogesh Lakhani
Soundtrack
| Ardh | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Palash Munchal | |
| Released | 4 June 2022[5] |
| Recorded | 2021 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 28:47 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Label | Zee Music Company |
| Official audio | |
| Ardh - Full Album on YouTube | |
The music of the film is composed by Palash Munchal with lyrics written by Palak Muchhal, Kunaal Vermaa, Palash Muchhal, Parry and Kuwar Virk.[5]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s)Naina | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ishq Ka Manjha" | Palak Muchhal | Palak Muchhal, Armaan Malik | 4:34 |
| 2. | "Zindagi" | Kunaal Vermaa | Sonu Nigam | 5:43 |
| 3. | "Zindagi" (Unplugged) | Kunaal Vermaa | Rekha Bhardwaj | 6:31 |
| 4. | "Soja Chanda Re" | Palash Muchhal | Rubina Dilaik | 3:00 |
| 5. | "Dum Ali" | Palash Muchhal | Naina (singer) | 3:33 |
| 6. | "Ardh Theme" | Parry G | Parry G, Palash Muchhal | 2:43 |
| 7. | "Peene Da Bahana" | Kuwar Virk | Shree D, Kuwar Virk | 2:43 |
| Total length: | 28:47 | |||
Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics who criticized its writing, direction and other technical aspects although Rajpal's performance was well received.
References
- ^ "Ardh trailer: Rajpal Yadav in his mind-blowing avatar chronicles journey of a struggling actor". The Indian Express. 18 May 2022. Archived from the original on 19 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "Rajpal Yadav unveils his first look as transgender from upcoming film Ardh, see photo". The Indian Express. 24 February 2022. Archived from the original on 25 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "Rubina Dilaik's debut film 'Ardh' to premiere in June - Times of India". The Times of India. 18 May 2022. Archived from the original on 19 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ "Rajpal Yadav-starrer Ardh to release on ZEE5". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 19 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
- ^ a b "Ardh – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jiosaavn. 6 June 2022. Archived from the original on 12 October 2023. Retrieved 6 June 2022.
External links
- Ardh at Bollywood Hungama
- Ardh at IMDb
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