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Lakshya

2004 · Movie · 186 min · ★ 6.7 · 81% critics

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An aimless young man drifts through life with no clear direction until he decides to join the army. What begins as a personal search for purpose becomes a tough journey that pushes him to grow, take responsibility, and find a greater calling.

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Details
Original title
लक्ष्य
Years
2004
Release date
2004-06-18
Language
Hindi
Runtime
186 min
Critic score
81/100
TMDB rating
6.7/10 (117 votes)
About

You may like this if you enjoy inspirational stories about finding purpose, with a patriotic backdrop and an emotional journey; Not for you if you want a fast-paced story or dislike earnest, motivational films like Border.

Pros: inspiring coming-of-age story; strong lead performance; uplifting songs | Cons: uneven first half; some irritating side characters; runtime feels long

Themes

  • spoiled child
  • terrorism
  • rescue team
  • discipline
  • awol
  • military academy
  • spoiled son
  • chance meeting
  • pakistan vs india
  • following one's dream
  • domineering father

Awards & recognition

  • Filmfare AwardBest Cinematographer · 2005
  • National Film AwardBest Choreography · 2004
  • Filmfare AwardBest Director · 2005 · nominated
  • Filmfare AwardBest Actor · 2005 · nominated
  • Zee Cine AwardBest Actor – Male · 2005 · nominated
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  • Zee Cine AwardBest Choreography Award · 2005 · nominated
  • Zee Cine AwardBest Director · 2005 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Farhan Akhtar