Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love

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"In times of happiness, they turned their backs to each other ... In testing times, they came back ...."
  • NR
  • 2001
  • 5.2  (1,785)

Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love is a Bollywood family drama film that was released in 2001. The film, directed by Suneel Darshan, features a stellar cast, including Amitabh Bachchan, Rakhee Gulzar, Akshay Kumar, Karisma Kapoor, Juhi Chawla, and Mohnish Behl. The storyline explores the complex relationships between members of a wealthy family, the Kapoor family. The patriarch of the family, Vijay Kapoor (Amitabh Bachchan), is a successful business tycoon who values his family more than anything else in the world. He has two sons, Ajay (Akshay Kumar) and Nishchay (Mohnish Behl), both of whom are vastly different in their personalities.

Ajay, the elder son, is more interested in living a carefree life and enjoying his wealth, while Nishchay is a conscientious and hardworking individual whose only goal is to live up to his father's expectations. The differences between the two brothers become evident when Vijay Kapoor faces a severe financial crisis and wants his sons to take over the business.

Ajay shows no interest in running the company and instead focuses on his girlfriend Priya (Karisma Kapoor) and his passion for flying planes. In contrast, Nishchay takes on the responsibility and strives hard to maintain the company's reputation and financial stability.

The tension between the two brothers leads to a severe conflict, which deepens when Vijay Kapoor suddenly dies. The family is thrown into disarray, and the brothers are forced to confront each other. As they struggle to maintain their relationship, there are moments of tension and heartbreak, and during these times, their mother Ambika (Rakhee Gulzar) is their rock, holding the family together.

The film is a poignant portrayal of family values, love, and relationships in the face of adversity. The cast gives exemplary performances, with Amitabh Bachchan leading from the front, as expected. His portrayal of the patriarch who has to confront the consequences of his actions is exceptional. Rakhee Gulzar also shines as the mother who anchors the family and provides insight and wisdom to resolve their issues. Akshay Kumar and Mohnish Behl give commendable performances, bringing to life the contrasting personalities of the two brothers.

The music in the movie has garnered much praise, with the melodious tracks composed by Nadeem-Shravan serving as the perfect accompaniment to the film's plot. The title track, "Ek Rishta" by Alka Yagnik and Kumar Sanu, is a beautiful ode to family values.

The film also has many emotional moments that showcase family bonds at their strongest. There is a poignant scene where Vijay Kapoor narrates the story of a tree to his grandchildren, teaching them the importance of family and roots. The scene beautifully encapsulates the film's theme of the bond between family members that are etched together like roots in the soil.

Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love is a timeless classic that delves deeply into the relationships between family members. The film tugs at the heartstrings and portrays family values and emotions with nuance and sensitivity. The movie is a must-watch for anyone who values the importance of family and the bonds that tie them together.

Ek Rishtaa: The Bond of Love is a 2001 drama. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.2.

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  • Release Date
    2001
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Language
    Hindi
  • IMDB Rating
    5.2  (1,785)
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