Ajnabee
Ajnabee

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Ajnabee

2001
Movie
165 min
Hindi

Raj and Priya befriend their new neighbors Vicky and Sonia. One day, Raj wakes up in Vicky's house and finds out that Sonia has been murdered and he's being framed for it. On the run, he must try and prove his innocence with the support of his loving wife.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users70%
Director: Abbas-MustanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Raj Malhotra, a successful businessman, is about to leave for Switzerland with his wife, Priya. On the eve of their departure, he meets his new neighbour, Suryakant Desai, and they quickly bond. However, Suryakant, who is actually a conman, deceives Raj and steals a large sum of money from him. Raj's life turns upside down as he tries to prove Suryakant's identity and retrieve his stolen fortune, facing numerous twists and turns along the way.

Critical Reception

Ajnabee received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its slick direction, suspenseful plot, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Akshay Kumar. However, some critics found the plot convoluted and overly reliant on twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced thriller narrative and unexpected plot twists.

  • Akshay Kumar's dual role performance was a highlight for many critics.

  • Some reviewers found the film's intricate plot to be somewhat unbelievable.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's suspense and the performances, especially Akshay Kumar's. However, some viewers felt the plot was too complicated and stretched thin.

Awards & Accolades

Akshay Kumar won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor in a Negative Role for his performance.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1992 Hollywood movie 'Consenting Adults'.

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