Actor in Law
Actor in Law

Actor in Law

2016Movie115 minUrdu

An aspiring actor succumbs to pressure from his father and takes up the role of lawyer.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Umar KhanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actor finds himself in a legal battle when he impersonates a lawyer to win the heart of his childhood crush. The ensuing courtroom drama unfolds with comedic and dramatic elements as he navigates the complexities of the legal system and his own fabricated identity. The film explores themes of love, ambition, and the consequences of deceit.

Critical Reception

Actor in Law received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors, particularly Om Puri. However, many critics found the plot to be predictable and the humor to be inconsistent, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its performances, especially from the veteran cast.
  • Criticized for a formulaic and often predictable storyline.
  • The film's humor was seen as hit-or-miss by many reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through a specific Google user rating.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of the final appearances of veteran Indian actor Om Puri before his passing in 2017.

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Zara Schwartz

Zara Schwartz

what i loved most is how the movie uses laughter to highlight things we all see around us, from silly social norms to bigger issues like injustice and corruption, without ever feeling too preachy or boring. you can tell the writers and dire...