Laal Singh Chaddha

Laal Singh Chaddha

Laal Singh Chaddha follows the life journey of Laal Singh Chaddha a kind-hearted Sikh man with a low IQ who recounts his extraordinary life during a train journey through Punjab. The story is set against significant historical events in India, weaving Laal's personal experiences with broader cultural and social themes. Laal is born in a village near Pathankot with physical challenges that affect his legs. Despite his difficulties, his supportive mother, Gurpreet Kaur Chaddha, instills in him the belief that he can achieve anything he desires. She works as a maid to secure Laal's admission to a local missionary school, where he befriends Rupa D'Souza, his only friend. Rupa dreams of a glamorous life and becomes a crucial part of Laal's world. As a child, Laal experiences various pivotal moments, including watching India's 1983 Cricket World Cup victory on television and witnessing Operation Blue Star during a visit to his aunt in Amritsar. He also unknowingly influences a young Shah Rukh Khan with his dance steps that the latter later incorporates into his acting career. Laal's journey continues as he faces bullying at school, leading him to discover his extraordinary talent for running after a group of bullies break his leg braces. His athletic abilities earn him a place at Hindu College in Delhi. Rupa, meanwhile, begins to pursue modeling, further complicating their relationship.

Director

Advait Chandan

Release

11 Aug 2022

Run time

159 min

Language

Hindi