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Bombay March 12
The story is about Sameer (Mammootty), a sweeper with the Alapuzha Municipality, who is always on tenterhooks because he is on the police radar whenever there is trouble or an act of terror occurs. Later it is revealed that his brother-in-law Shahjahan (Unni Mukundan) was suspected to be part of the terror team that had planted bombs in Bombay in 1993 and was later killed in an encounter with the Army in Andhra Pradesh.
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Plot Summary
Set against the backdrop of the Babri Masjid demolition and its subsequent riots in 1992, the film follows the story of a Muslim family and a Hindu family living in close proximity in Bombay. Tensions rise as communal violence escalates, forcing the characters to confront their differing beliefs and loyalties.
Critical Reception
Bombay March 12 received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its sensitive portrayal of communal tensions and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Mammootty. Some found the narrative a bit slow-paced, but the film was generally acknowledged for its relevant and timely subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its handling of sensitive communal themes.
Mammootty's performance was widely lauded.
Some viewers felt the pacing could have been tighter.
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Fun Fact
The film's narrative is loosely inspired by the real-life events and atmosphere in Bombay following the demolition of the Babri Masjid in December 1992.
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