“Life in a… Metro” is a 2007 Indian romantic drama film directed by Anurag Basu. The movie stars an ensemble cast including Shilpa Shetty, Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Kay Kay Menon, Sharman Joshi, and Dharmendra in leading roles.
Synopsis:
“Life in a… Metro” is a tale of several interconnected lives that are entangled in love, relationships, and ambition in modern-day Mumbai. The movie follows six characters who are navigating their way through life, love, and heartbreak. The plot revolves around their struggles, successes, and failures as they search for love, happiness, and fulfillment in the fast-paced city.
Review:
“Life in a… Metro” received positive reviews from critics, who praised the film’s direction, screenplay, and ensemble cast. The movie was described as a well-crafted and realistic portrayal of urban life in Mumbai, with relatable characters and multiple storylines that blend together seamlessly. The film’s music, composed by Pritam, was also praised, with songs like “Alvida” and “In Dino” becoming popular hits. The performances by the cast, especially Shilpa Shetty, Irrfan Khan, and Konkona Sen Sharma, were widely appreciated for their authenticity and depth.
Awards:
“Life in a… Metro” won several awards, including the Best Ensemble Cast Award at the Screen Awards. The film also won the Best Supporting Actress Award (Konkona Sen Sharma) and Best Editing Award at the National Film Awards. At the Filmfare Awards, the movie won several awards, including Best Supporting Actor (Irrfan Khan), Best Supporting Actress (Konkona Sen Sharma), Best Choreography (Farah Khan), and Best Background Score (Pritam). The film was also nominated for the Best Film and Best Director awards at the same event.
| Directed by | Anurag Basu, |
|---|---|
| Written by | Sanjeev Dutta (Dialogue) |
| Screenplay by | Anurag Basu |
| Story by | Anurag Basu |
| Produced by | Ronnie Screwvala |
| Starring | Dharmendra, Nafisa Ali, Shilpa Shetty, Kay Kay Menon, Shiney Ahuja, Irrfan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Kangana Ranaut, Sharman Joshi, |
| Cinematography | Bobby Singh |
| Edited by | Akiv Ali |
| Music by | Songs: Pritam Score: Raju Singh |
| Production company |
Ishana Movies |
| Distributed by | UTV Motion Pictures |
| Release date | 11 May 2007 |
| Running time | 131 mins |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹7–9.5 crore |
| Box office | est.₹24.31–25 crore |
