Published 15:27 IST, July 1st 2020

Intriguing reasons to watch Anil Kapoor's Oscar-winning film 'Slumdog Millionaire'

Slumdog Millionaire is 2008 loose adaptation of the novel Q & A by India author Vikas Swarup. Here are reasons why one should watch Slumdog Millionaire

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Slumdog Millionaire is a 2008 loose aptation of novel Q & A by India author Vikas Swarup. movie recites story of an 18-year-old teen Jamal Malik from Slums of Dharavi Mumbai. Starring Dev Patel & Anil Kapoor in le role, Slumdog Millionaire is helmed by Danny Boyle. plot of movie unveils how Jamal surprises everyone by being able to answer every question correctly in Indian version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. Furr on, Jamal is implicated and accused of cheating by creators of show however he justifies himself by reflecting on his life’s trials and struggles. Here's taking a look at a few reasons why Slumdog Millionaire should be ded to one's movie list

An editing marvel

movie is regarded as an editing marvel by critics. Right from opening sequence of being one step away to win game to flashbacks of his childhood, everything is aptly proportionate as said by critics. Reportedly, movie successfully captures essence of him being in spotlight of show. Right from escaping from cops when he was just 5-year-old to capturing death of his mor in between riots, execution of each and every scene is just perfect.

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reality of slums

movie revolves around life of a person who has lived his life in Slums. It captures essence of living a poverty-stricken life. movie unveils how most of people are deprived of education, unwillingly pushed into world of crime, and more. trials and struggles person coming from such a background is aptly captured.

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Each question’s relation to Jamal’s life

Each question asked on game show ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?’ unveils a different chapter of Jamal’s life. Each question asked comes with a dark and brutal reality of his life. Wher it is escaping from dangerous gang leers of mafia or stealing food, picking pockets, washing dishes or serving tea in an international BPO. It unveils how he learns English without being a part of any educational institution. With each question, curiosity within minds of viewers is raised and y become gripped to its intriguing plot.

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Commercial & critical success

With being visually dazzling and emotionally resonant, Slumdog Millionaire also was a massive commercial success. It reportedly garnered 37.81 crores USD. Being both entertaining and powerful, movie also ended up winning several Oscars and Golden Globes. From narratives to mega sets along with child artists associated with film, it received humungous appreciation.

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