Rishi Kapoor and Taapsee Pannu starrer Mulk, directed by Anubhav Sinha, narrates the story of a Muslim family trying to reclaim its lost honour after a member of the family takes to terrorism.
The narrative starts showcases a peaceful neighbourhood in Benaras, where Murad Ali Mohammed (Rishi Kapoor), a Muslim lawyer, resides with his family.
Ali's nephew, Shahid, gets influenced by an Islamic extremist who convinces him that Islam and Muslims are in danger. Shahid offers to be a jihadi and participates by executing a bomb blast in a public transport vehicle, where a number of innocent people are killed.
The film echoes the voices of Muslims, where anti-Muslim bigotry leads to horrendous communal violence that leaves them feeling scarred, besieged and vulnerable.
Here’s how Tweeple reacted to Mulk:
“Powerful writing, splendid performances..”
“A Film that Dares to Speak the Truth..”
“A Jolting Reminder of Harsh Socio-Political Reality..”
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With inputs from IANS
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