Tehzeeb
Tehzeeb

Tehzeeb

2003Movie143 minHindi

Tehzeeb (Hindi: तह्ज़ीब, Urdu: تہزیب, English: Etiquette) is a 2003 Indian Bollywood film directed by Khalid Mohammed. It premiered on 21 November 2003. The film stars Shabana Azmi, Urmila Matondkar, Diya Mirza, Arjun Rampal and Rishi Kapoor in a special appearance. Urmila and Shabana were praised for their roles.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Jia AliGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Tehzeeb tells the story of Tehzeeb Ahmed, a young woman who returns to her family in India after years of living abroad. Her reunion with her estranged mother, a renowned classical singer, is fraught with tension and unresolved issues from the past. As Tehzeeb navigates complex family dynamics and a budding romance, she uncovers painful secrets that threaten to shatter her perception of her family and her own identity.

Critical Reception

Tehzeeb received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, particularly from Urmila Matondkar and Rishi Kapoor, and its exploration of mother-daughter relationships. However, some critics found the narrative to be overly melodramatic and lengthy, while others appreciated its emotional depth and poignant storytelling.

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  • Praised for strong performances, especially from the lead actresses and veteran actor Rishi Kapoor.
  • Explores complex themes of family relationships, reconciliation, and identity with emotional resonance.
  • Criticized by some for its lengthy runtime and melodramatic plot points.

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Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the 1998 Tamil film 'Kaadhal Mannan'.

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