Amal

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  • 2008
  • 1 hr 41 min
  • 7.5  (2,214)

Amal is a 2007 Canadian movie directed by Richie Mehta, featuring Rupinder Nagra, Naseeruddin Shah, and Seema Biswas. The film follows Amal, a young auto-rickshaw driver from New Delhi, who has led a simple life without any aim or ambition. But, one day his life takes a drastic turn when he is bequeathed a vast inheritance from a dying billionaire, resulting in a chain of events that change Amal's life forever.

The movie begins in the bustling streets of New Delhi, where we see Amal living a simple life as an auto-rickshaw driver. He is a hardworking man who is content with his modest lifestyle and has no significant aspirations to become rich or famous. In contrast, his best friend, autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver Autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver Bimal, is always thinking of ways to make a quick buck and dreams of becoming wealthy.

Everything changes for Amal when he is hailed by a rich man named G.K. Jayaram, who asks to be taken on a long drive to the city's outskirts. They strike up an unlikely friendship, exchanging their life stories along the way. Before leaving, Jayaram hands Amal the keys to his mansion and tells him that he is now the sole beneficiary of his entire fortune.

Amal is initially skeptical, but after a few attempts to return the house keys to Jayaram, he realizes that the old man is genuinely giving him the mansion. The inheritance becomes the talk of the town, and everyone tries to convince Amal to sell the property to the highest bidder. However, Amal refuses all offers and decides to keep the house and try to live the life of a wealthy man, much to the surprise of his friends and family.

The film takes us on a journey of self-discovery as Amal grapples with his new-found wealth and fame. He becomes the center of attention in the city, with wannabe investors, lawyers, and businessmen lining up outside his mansion to strike a deal. But Amal is not interested in any of it. He wants to live a simple life and help those around him.

One day, Amal meets a young street boy named Autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driverautorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driver autorickshaw driverHamid, who is working as a tea boy in a nearby hotel. Amal is moved by Hamid's plight and decides to help him. There is a touching scene where Amal takes Hamid out to eat, and the young boy is mesmerized by the taste of spaghetti.

Amal's kindness and generosity do not go unnoticed, and he becomes a beacon of hope for many people in the city. But at the same time, his newfound wealth brings many challenges as he realizes that people around him are not always honest, and greed can cause people to do unimaginable things.

The film features some brilliant performances, especially by Rupinder Nagra, who plays the role of Amal with grace and subtlety. Naseeruddin Shah and Seema Biswas are perfect in their roles and bring a touch of class to the movie.

Overall, Amal is a poignant film that tells the story of an ordinary man who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight. It is a movie about love, hope, and the power of generosity, and it reminds us that we can make a difference in the world if we dare to dream. If you are a fan of meaningful cinema that touches your heart, then Amal is a must-watch.

Amal is a 2008 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.5.

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  • Release Date
    2008
  • Runtime
    1 hr 41 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (2,214)