Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey
Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey

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Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey

2010
Movie
183 min
Hindi

1930, British India: In the province of undivided Bengal lies the sleepy, peaceful port of Chittagong. In this unassuming little town a revolution is about to begin; a revolution which will forever wake all of Chittagong and inspire the entire nation.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users70%
Director: Ashutosh GowarikerGenres: Action, Drama, Historical, War

Plot Summary

In 1930, a group of young revolutionaries led by Surya Sen plan a daring raid on the Chittagong armoury to arm the local population and spark an uprising against British rule. Facing overwhelming odds and betrayal, these brave individuals risk everything for their country's freedom. The film chronicles their intense struggle, the sacrifices they make, and the ultimate consequences of their audacious plan.

Critical Reception

Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its historical accuracy, performances, and Gowariker's directorial vision. However, some critics found the film's pacing to be slow and its narrative a bit long. Audiences generally appreciated the patriotic theme and the depiction of a significant historical event.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for the film's historical subject matter and earnest performances.

  • Criticism regarding the lengthy runtime and occasional slow pacing.

  • Appreciation for Ashutosh Gowariker's attempt to bring a significant historical event to the screen.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's patriotic theme and historical significance. While some found the movie to be a bit lengthy, many lauded the performances and the directorial effort to showcase a lesser-known aspect of India's freedom struggle.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of the 1930 Chittagong armoury raid, a pivotal event in the Indian independence movement.

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