Om Shanti Om
Om Shanti Om

Om Shanti Om

2007Movie169 minHindi

Reincarnated 30 years after being killed in a suspicious on-set fire, a small-time actor is determined to punish the person who ignited the blaze.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users84%
Director: Farah KhanGenres: Musical, Romance, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In the 1970s, Om Prakash Makhija, a junior artist, dreams of becoming a superstar, but his love interest, actress Sandhya, is already married to a cruel film producer. After a tragic accident orchestrated by the producer, Om is reborn as Om Kapoor in the present day. He sets out to avenge his past life and win the love of the woman he lost, now a successful actress herself.

Critical Reception

Om Shanti Om was a massive commercial success, praised for its extravagant song-and-dance sequences, vibrant visuals, and nostalgic portrayal of Bollywood's golden era. While critics acknowledged its entertainment value and star power, some found the plot predictable and overly long.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its spectacular song and dance numbers, vibrant costumes, and energetic performances.
  • Appreciated for its loving homage to classic Bollywood cinema and its star-studded cameos.
  • Criticized by some for a convoluted plot and an excessive runtime.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's grand scale, infectious music, and the charismatic performances of its lead actors, particularly Shah Rukh Khan. Many found it a fun and entertaining Bollywood spectacle that successfully captured the essence of older films.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple Filmfare Awards including Best Debut Female for Deepika Padukone, and several other awards for its music and choreography. Nominated for numerous other accolades.

Fun Fact

The film features a record-breaking 42-guest appearance cameos from prominent Bollywood actors in the climax song 'Deewangi Deewangi'.

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