Patiala House
Patiala House

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Patiala House

2011
Movie
140 min
Hindi

Parghat Singh 'Gattu' Kahlon is a middle aged shopkeeper who secretly practices bowling at night in order to keep his dream of playing for England alive. Even though his family members despise him for giving up his dreams only due to his father's wish, they find a ray of hope and convince him to play for England while they plan to hide the truth from his father.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users70%
Director: Nikhil AdvaniGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

Gattu, a young man from a Punjabi family in London, dreams of playing cricket for England. However, his overbearing grandfather, Bauji, who harbors deep resentment towards England due to past injustices, forbids him from pursuing his passion. Gattu must navigate his family's expectations and his own aspirations, eventually finding a way to fulfill his dream while honoring his family's legacy.

Critical Reception

Patiala House received mixed reviews from critics. While the performances, particularly Rishi Kapoor's, and the emotional core of the story were often praised, the film was criticized for its lengthy runtime, predictable plot, and uneven pacing. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with many appreciating the family drama and cricket elements but finding the narrative to be somewhat dated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, especially by Rishi Kapoor.

  • The emotional family drama and depiction of cricket were seen as highlights.

  • Criticized for a lengthy runtime and a predictable, somewhat clichéd storyline.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's family-centric themes and the performances, finding it to be an emotional watch. However, some found the plot to be slow-moving and a bit drawn-out.

Fun Fact

The film features cricket sequences that were shot at Lord's Cricket Ground, one of the most iconic cricket venues in the world.

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