The U P Files

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The U P Files
Directed byNeeraj Sahai
Written byStanish Gill
Produced byKuldeep Umraosingh Ostwal
Starring Manoj Joshi
Manjari Fadnis
Poonam Dwivedi
Milind Gunaji
Ali Asgar
Shahbaz Khan
Aman Verma
Avtar Gill
Production
company
Shree Ostwal Films
Distributed by UFO Moviez
Release date
  • 26 July 2024 (2024-07-26)
Country India
Language Hindi

The U P Files is a 2024 Indian political drama film produced by Kuldeep Umraosingh Ostwal and directed by Neeraj Sahai. [1] The film stars Manoj Joshi, Poonam Dwivedi, Manjari Fadnis, and Milind Gunaji. [2] [ failed verification ] [3] The film was released on 26 July 2024. [4] The U P Files is presented as inspired by true events.

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Premise

Abhay Singh is elected as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh (UP), the most populous state in India. The film chronicles the challenges Singh faces as he attempts to govern the state and implement his vision.

Cast

Release

The announced release date for The U P Files was postponed from 12 July 2024 [5] to 26 July.

Reception

A review in Times Now News concluded, "While The UP Files succeeds in presenting a realistic portrayal of political life, it occasionally leans into melodrama, which might detract from its overall impact. Nonetheless, it remains a thought-provoking watch, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of political leadership in contemporary India." [6] The Times of India was much more negative and stated, "The film's lack of story and jerky pacing undermine its intent to showcase a powerful CM and the impact of effective leadership. Its failure to craft a compelling narrative and reliance on formulaic tropes also overshadow its positive intentions, making it a missed opportunity to explore meaningful themes and ideas." [7] while FIlm Information called it a "propaganda film". [8]

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References

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