Archive · 18 Jun 2025
'Udta Punjab' Celebrates 9 Years, Actors Reflect
The movie 'Udta Punjab,' featuring Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, is celebrating 9 years since its release.
Shahid, who played the character Tommy, shared his thoughts on the film.
Alia also acknowledged the anniversary on social media.
The film, released in 2016, sparked discussions about drug abuse.
However, some people felt the movie exaggerated the problem and how it affected people.
The film 'Udta Punjab' starring Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt is celebrating its 9th anniversary.
Shahid Kapoor, who played Tommy Singh, reflected on his role and thanked the director and team.
Alia Bhatt, who portrayed Mary Jane, also marked the milestone on social media.
The film, released in 2016, sparked debates about drug abuse in Punjab.
Critics argued the film exaggerated the scale and misrepresented demographics of the drug problem.
- Who
- Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and the film's director, Abhishek Chaubey.
- What
- 'Udta Punjab' film's 9th anniversary.
- When
- Nine years since the film's release in 2016.
- Where
- The film is set in Punjab.
- Why
- To commemorate the film's release and its impact.
Critics' View
General Public View
Representation of Drug Abuse
Critics' View
The film exaggerated the scale of the drug problem.
General Public View
The film sparked national conversations about the drug menace.
Demographics
Critics' View
The film misrepresented the demographics of drug users, claiming they were mainly migrants.
General Public View
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- Film Title
- Udta Punjab
- Starring
- Shahid Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Diljit Dosanjh
- Director
- Abhishek Chaubey
- Released
- 2016
- Anniversary
- 9 years
