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Nishabd
Nishabd (English: "Speechless") is a 2007 Indian drama film directed by Ram Gopal Varma, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Jiah Khan. The story of the film took inspiration from the 1999 American film "American Beauty" and the 1986 Indian film "Anokha Rishta".
Synopsis.
The film opens with young Ritu (Shradha Arya) bringing her friend Jia (Jiah Khan) to spend the holidays with her at her home in Kerala. Ritu's parents Vijay (Amitabh Bachchan) and Amrita (
in the CNN IBN TV show "Unspoken relationships - Nishabd special" (3 March 2007).
Reception.
The film has received mixed reviews from critics. Praise has been given to the performances of the lead actors, however the plot and script have been subject to criticism.
Awards and nominations.
Khan was nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut in 2007 for her performance in Nishabd.
See also.
- Joggers' Park
- Cheeni Kum
- American Beauty
- Anokha