Ardh

Ardh is an Indian Hindi-language drama film written and directed by Palash Muchhal.[1] It stars Rajpal Yadav and Rubina Dilaik.[2][3] The film premiered on ZEE5 on 10 June 2022.[4]

Ardh
Official release poster
Directed byPalash Muchhal
Written byPalash Muchhal
Screenplay byPalash Muchhal
Story byPalash Muchhal
Starring
CinematographyParvez Pathan
Edited byNitin Fcp
Music byPalash Muchhal
Production
companies
Pal Music and Films
Distributed byZEE5
Release date
  • 10 June 2022 (2022-06-10)
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Story

Shiva, a struggling actor, has been trying to make it big in the film industry for many years, but has not been able to get his break. He decides to give Mumbai a try so he and his wife, Madhu, travel to tinsel town from their small hometown in Bihar. Life remains hard in the big city as well.

Shiva decides to disguise himself as a transgender and beg for money on the streets. He does this in order to support his family and to continue his dream of becoming an actor.

The film explores the ordeal of a struggling actor and the challenges faced by transgender people in India. It is a heartwarming story about love, sacrifice, and hope.

Cast

Soundtrack
Ardh
Soundtrack album by
Palash Munchal
Released4 June 2022[5]
Recorded2021
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length28:47
LanguageHindi
LabelZee Music Company
Official audio
Ardh - Full Album on YouTube

The music of the film is composed by Palash Munchal with lyrics written by Palak Muchhal, Kunaal Vermaa, Palash Muchhal, Parry and Kuwar Virk.[5]

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)NainaLength
1."Ishq Ka Manjha"Palak MuchhalPalak Muchhal, Armaan Malik4:34
2."Zindagi"Kunaal VermaaSonu Nigam5:43
3."Zindagi" (Unplugged)Kunaal VermaaRekha Bhardwaj6:31
4."Soja Chanda Re"Palash MuchhalRubina Dilaik3:00
5."Dum Ali"Palash MuchhalNaina (singer)3:33
6."Ardh Theme"Parry GParry G, Palash Muchhal2:43
7."Peene Da Bahana"Kuwar VirkShree D, Kuwar Virk2:43
Total length:28:47

Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics who criticized its writing, direction and other technical aspects although Rajpal's performance was well received.

References
  1. "Ardh trailer: Rajpal Yadav in his mind-blowing avatar chronicles journey of a struggling actor". The Indian Express. 18 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
  2. "Rajpal Yadav unveils his first look as transgender from upcoming film Ardh, see photo". The Indian Express. 24 February 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
  3. "Rubina Dilaik's debut film 'Ardh' to premiere in June - Times of India". The Times of India. 18 May 2022. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
  4. "Rajpal Yadav-starrer Ardh to release on ZEE5". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 19 May 2022.
  5. "Ardh – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack". Jiosaavn. 6 June 2022.


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