Panoh
Panoh

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Panoh

2007
Movie
158 min
Uzbek

A wealthy man hires two bodyguards, one a former paratrooper (Qodirov) and the other just released from prison (Soipov), to protect his two daughters, Gulnoza (Ashurboeva) and Dilnoza (Eshonqulova). Whilst at first the girls are reluctant to accept their fate, they soon realise how lucky they are to have the two young men in their lives…

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Nishikant KamatGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, grappling with the psychological trauma of his parents' mysterious deaths, embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind their demise. His investigation leads him into a dangerous world of secrets and deception, where he must confront his own inner demons. The film explores themes of memory, guilt, and the devastating impact of unspoken truths.

Critical Reception

Panoh received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the lead actor. However, some found the pacing to be uneven, and the plot occasionally predictable. Despite this, it was noted for its attempt at psychological depth within the thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful narrative and a compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for its occasional slow pacing and predictable plot twists.

  • Acknowledged for its atmospheric direction and exploration of psychological themes.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this title.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Nishikant Kamat, also directed the critically acclaimed Marathi film 'Dombivli Fast' which released the same year.

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bollywoodqueen

bollywoodqueen

I actually watched this movie, WITHOUT subtitles! I don’t think English subtitles exist. I don’t even think Russian subtitles exist, although they may have dubbed the film in Russian (as I’ve noticed on YouTube with several other Uzbek film...