Kapoor & Sons (2016)

“Kapoor & Sons” is a Hindi-language Indian film directed by Shakun Batra and produced by Karan Johar. The film stars Sidharth Malhotra, Fawad Khan, and Alia Bhatt in leading roles, along with Rishi Kapoor, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Rajat Kapoor in supporting roles. The film revolves around the Kapoor family, who reunites after a long time to celebrate their grandfather’s 90th birthday. However, their celebration is cut short as their family’s secrets and conflicts come to light, forcing them to confront their past and work towards reconciliation.

Reviews:

The film received positive reviews from both critics and audiences. Critics praised the film’s direction, writing, performances, and its realistic portrayal of family dynamics. They also noted the film’s ability to balance humor with emotion and its poignant depiction of human relationships. The performances of the cast, particularly Rishi Kapoor, Fawad Khan, and Ratna Pathak Shah, were also widely appreciated.

Awards:

The film was nominated for several awards and won many of them. At the 62nd Filmfare Awards, the film won five awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Supporting Actor for Rishi Kapoor. It also won awards for Best Supporting Actress for Ratna Pathak Shah and Best Story. At the 63rd National Film Awards, the film won Best Supporting Actor for Rishi Kapoor.

Popularity

The movie received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike and was a commercial success at the box office. It grossed over 152 crore (approximately $21 million USD) worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing Bollywood movies of 2016.