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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Chidiya review: This simple tale about badminton soars on hope and a lot of heart
One gets thrown off a bit, seeing Pahlaj Nihalani's (former CBFC chairperson) signature on the censor certificate as Chidiya begins. It's taken the film 10 years to see the light of day in theatres. The struggle for smaller films to find good exhibition and distribution continues—but it's finally available now. And thank God for that. The story revolves around two brothers, Shanu and Bua (played by Svar Kamble and Ayush Pathak), who cannot attend school due to financial constraints. Yet, they live a content life with their mother (Amruta Subhash) in a Mumbai chawl, alongside their kind-hearted neighbour Balai (Vinay Pathak), a spot boy in the Hindi film industry. Their mother, burdened by reality, pushes them to start working, and they find themselves employed at a tea stall on a film set. One fine day, Shreyas Talpade—playing himself—gifts Shanu a shuttlecock, or chidiya in Hindi. Thus begins a heartfelt mission: to play the 'chidiya wala game'- badminton. That, in essence, is the plot. Written and directed by Mehran Amrohi, the film's tone is optimistic. How one simple game becomes a boy's dream, shielding him from the harshness his mother endures, is both moving and tender. Vinay Pathak's Balai is a standout character — paternal toward Shanu and Bua, treating them no differently than his own daughter. The film chooses to believe that the world is inherently kind. From the neighbourhood tailor to the tea stall owner, everyone extends warmth. The only antagonist here is the circumstance, not any individual. It's important to remember that Chidiya was made in a pre-OTT era, when theatres and television were the two primary mediums of entertainment. The screenplay remains simple, almost old-school, but it's to the film's credit that it keeps you engaged despite the slow-burn pace. No small feat in an age of shrinking attention spans. Amruta Subhash delivers a compelling performance as the guilt-ridden mother. Svar and Ayush, the two child actors, hold their ground remarkably well against seasoned actors. Brijendra Kala, as the kind tea stall owner, lends dignity to his small yet memorable role. In closing, Chidiya is a gentle reminder of the power of small dreams and everyday kindness. It may not roar with dramatic highs, but it speaks in a sincere voice that stays with you.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
12-year-old girl dies, 11-year-old boy critical after falling from multi-storey buildings in Panchkula, Chandigarh
1 2 Chandigarh/Panchkula: A 11-year-old boy, Shaurya, was critically injured after falling from the roof of his house onto high-tension electric wires in Maulijagran. The accident occurred around 11 am. while Shaurya was playing at the house of his landlord, Puran Chand, where he had accompanied his mother. Shaurya's fall resulted in severe electrocution, rendering him unconscious with foam coming out of his mouth. Residents quickly sprang into action, using a wooden stick to separate him from the wires and bringing him down safely. He was taken to Sector 6 general hospital in Panchkula, where doctors referred him to PGI, Chandigarh, due to the severity of his condition. The local community has urged the administration to address the safety of exposed power lines in residential areas to prevent such tragic accidents in the future. In another incident, a 12-year-old girl lost her life after falling from the fifth floor of an under-construction building in Sector 23, Panchkula. The girl, identified as Shanu, was reportedly playing with her siblings when she lost her balance and fell. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo According to her father, Giridhar, all three of his children were playing on the upper floor when the accident occurred. Shanu fell from the floor and landed on a water tap, which struck her head and chest, causing serious injuries. Onlookers rushed to help, and her father, who is differently-abled, immediately took her to Sector 6 Hospital in Panchkula, where doctors declared her dead on arrival.
