Shahkot (film)

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Shahkot
Shahkot film poster.jpg
Directed byRajiv Dhingra
Produced byAnirudh Mohta
Starring Guru Randhawa
Isha Talwar
Music by Guru Randhawa
Release date
  • 4 October 2024 (2024-10-04)(India)
Running time
115 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguagePunjabi
Budget₹8-10 crore

Shahkot is a 2024 Punjabi film directed by Rajiv Dhingra and produced by Anirudh Mohta. It features Guru Randhawa, Isha Talwar, Raj Babbar, and Gurshabad Singh. [1] [2] [3]

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Plot

Shahkot accounts the life of Iqbal Singh and explores the themes of love, family, and the struggles faced by the youth in a contemporary society.

Cast

Production

Shahkot is directed by Rajiv Dhingra, and produced by Anirudh Mohta. [4] [5] The film was released in India on 4 October 2024 [6]

Reception

Sushmita Dey of Times Now wrote, "While Shahkot excels in its emotional and cultural portrayal, it occasionally leans into predictability. Some plot points may feel familiar to viewers of romantic dramas, but the film's charm lies in its execution and the heartfelt performances of its cast." [7]

The New Indian Express reviewed that "Guru Randhawa makes an assured Punjabi movie debut with a deeply felt, thought-provoking film." [8]

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