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My Name Is Khan, which is commonly referred to as MNIK, is a 2010 Indian drama film directed by Karan Johar, written by Shibani Bathija. It marked the reunion of the "golden pair" of Khan and Kajol, who last appeared together in the film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham in 2001. The story follows a Muslim man, Rizwan Khan (Shah Rukh Khan), who suffers from asperger syndrome and is staying with his brother in the United States. He meets a Hindu woman, Mandira (Kajol) and the two fall in love and marry. Mandira and her son take Rizwan's last name as their own. The Khans' perfect existence gets disrupted, however, after the September 11 attacks.
Critic Reviews (4)
"Undeniably, Rizwan is the essence of 'My Name Is Khan.' In Rizwan, Shah Rukh gives a stellar, heartfelt and endearing performance. And yes, the SRK-Kajol chemistry still works wonders! 'MNIK' is a must watch film. A treat for Shah Rukh-Kajol fans!"Read full review ↗
"Forrest Gump in its scope, Rain Man in its approach, slightly convenient in its 'Bollywood opera', world-class in its photographic treatment (Ravi K Chandran), more sorted than Kurban (from the same producer, along a similar theme); you can sense, throughout, honesty in the film's purpose. There is least empathy for a problem you haven't faced yourself. This film expresses that well. Being looked down as Muslim is at some level a global reality. Prejudices are part of human DNA, Americans being no exceptions."Read full review ↗
"One of the important films of Hindi cinema. Although it messes up its length, there are some touching scenes not to be missed. My Name is Khan has many messages and not just an 'Autism Alert' and 'Terror Alert'. Go for it and enjoy interpreting."Read full review ↗
"Before you get an impression that it's all dead serious… No, no it's not. No, no. It's highly entertaining, it's as mainstream and popular as Hindi cinema gets with the romance, song and dance, sight-seeing tourist attractions, music cues that trigger off the tear-glands and Shah Rukh Khan quips that will make you laugh whole-heartedly. His chemistry with a fantastic Kajol (Tere Naina is so goddamned romantic) alone is worth the price of admission but this film gives you much, much more."Read full review ↗
Cast & Crew
Cast
- Shah Rukh Khan · Rizwan Khan
- Kajol · Mandira Khan
- Jimmy Shergill · Zakir Khan
- Sonya Jehan · Hasina Khan
- Zarina Wahab · Razia Khan (Rizwan's mother)
- Arjun Ajula · Sameer (Sam)
- Tanay Chheda · Young Rizwan
- Pallavi Sharda · Sajida
- Sheetal Menon · Radha
- Arjun Mathur · Raj Burman
- Parvin Dabas · Bobby Ahuja
- Sugandha Garg · Komal
- Christopher B. Duncan · Barack Obama
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Details
- Release Date
- 12 February 2010
- Runtime
- 161 min
- Language
- Hindi
User Ratings & Reviews
9 ratings from the community
Community Reviews (3)
lcome to a new world: Rizwan's world! There is no religion in his world only good people and bad people! He suffers from a form of autism; asperger's syndrome but that doesn't stop him from differentiating between good and bad and mind you he is a genius and has a pretty good memory.. He doesn't hesitate in saying the truth and is always ready to help and love others.. He says the Khans don't break their promise! He hates yellow color and says the use of mobile phone will kill bees and eventually human beings! This movie isn't a copy of New York or Kurbaan as people say.. In fact this is the only movie in recent times with a super strong message.. The music is soulful and gels along with the movie very well.. Cinematography is top notch! Hats off to Karan Johar for his marvelous direction and special accolades must be given to Shibani Bhatija for superb dialogues! But the man who deserves special kudos and a standing ovation is the king khan himself!! Forget Chak de! Forget Swades or forget anything you remember about him!! The moment you are out of the hall you wont be able to think SRK as a normal person... Funny but yeah he has acted so beautifully that you will only remember Shah Rukh as Rizwan! Yes Rizwan is his new name now!! Kajol was also good in her role even though she doesn't have a big role in the movie! Her sizzling chemistry with SRK is visible whenever the duo are together on screen.. specially in the song Tere Naina! He doesn't care what problem is he in or how famous he has become by doing those deeds which every human being should do! He only cares about a promise that he has to carry out in order to rebuild his shattered dreams of a successful life.. He loves Mandira(Kajol) and her son very much and he is ready to do anything for them!! He never forgets anyone who helped him! All he wants is peace in the world and for every human being!! SRK is back with a bang!! My Name Is Khan will make you laugh, it will make you cry and it will make you fall in love with Khan!! So please take my advice watch the movie as soon as possible!! My Rating 10/10 Thanks and Regards!
great performance, good story and good direction makes it very watchable..
IF you believe that you have seen the best of srk think again. This movie will rock your world upside down and it will make you wonder how come an actor can make you fall in love with him every time he perform in a movie. the story, full staff of the movie every thing to the smallest details has been crafted as an unforgettable master piece that will live in the hearts and thoughts of audience for years and years to come. srk has raised the bar again giving all other actors and film makers a level that is hard to reach. As for the movie and the story i believe the best thing to do is for you to just watch it. personally when i got out of the movie theater i felt like to buy another ticket and get back to see it again that's how attached and obsessed i came with this movie. if you want your life to be rocked go see it.
