Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is a 2024 Hindi romantic thriller directed by Neeraj Pandey. It stars Ajay and Tabu, who have acted together many times before, along with Jimmy and Saiee. The movie tells the story of a couple's relationship over 23 years.
The film had a budget of approximately ₹60 crores. Filming started in February 2023 and ended in December 2023, with major scenes shot in Mumbai, Delhi. The music, composed by M. M. Kreem, enhances the movie's emotional and dramatic storyline.
Name | Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha |
Genre | Romantic Thriller |
Director | Neeraj Pandey |
Main Cast | Ajay, Tabu |
Supporting Cast | Jimmy, Shantanu, and Saiee |
Release Date | August 2, 2024 |
Budget | ₹60 crores |
Running Time | 144 minutes |
Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha has garnered a mixed response from various popular sites. Filmibeat praises Ajay Devgn and Tabu's performances, noting their intense chemistry. However, the film's slow pacing has been criticized, impacting its overall engagement.
Bollywood Hungama acknowledges the movie's emotional depth and narrative spanning two decades. It appreciates Neeraj Pandey's direction and M. M. Kreem's music. Nonetheless, the film faces criticism for its inconsistent pacing and lengthy runtime.
Main Actors
- Ajay Devgn as Krishna
- Tabu as Vasudha
- Jimmy Sheirgill as Abhijeet
- Shantanu Maheshwari as young Krishna
- Saiee Manjrekar as young Vasudha
- Sayaji Shinde as Mahesh Desai
- Jiten Lalwani as Superintendent
Story
Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha chronicles the love story of Krishna and Vasudha spanning from 2000 to 2023. Their romance is fraught with challenges like societal pressures and personal struggles. Shantanu Maheshwari and Saiee Manjrekar portray the young Krishna and Vasudha, showing the early stages of their relationship.
Ajay and Tabu portray the older versions, revealing the depth of their enduring love over the years. The film explores their hardships, including Krishna's time in prison. After two decades, Krishna reunites with Vasudha, and the truth about his past actions unfolds. Themes of redemption and forgiveness are central, illustrating how love can endure despite adversity.
Box Office
The film's Day 1 earnings were disappointing, expected to be between Rs. 2-3 crores despite the anticipation around its stars. Early ticket sales were low, with only 2500 tickets sold across major cinema chains like PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis, indicating weak pre-release excitement.
Trade analysts foresee challenges ahead for the film in maintaining audience interest. While there is hope for improved earnings through positive word-of-mouth in the coming weeks, the current outlook suggests a tough journey for Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha at the box office. Some speculate it might find more success on OTT platforms than in theatres.
Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is currently being shown in cinemas and will be available on Amazon Prime Video for approximately two months. You can check Bollyflix for more such action crime films.