Toolsidas Junioris a 2022 IndianHindi-languagesports filmwritten and directed by Mridul Mahendra, who based it on his own life and childhood. Produced jointly byBhushan KumarandKrishan KumarunderT-Series Filmsalong with Sunita Gowariker and co-screenwriterAshutosh Gowarikerin his first production-only venture under Ashutosh Gowariker Productions, the film starsSanjay Dutt,Rajiv Kapoor,Dalip Tahiland debutante Varun Buddhadev in the lead roles, whileAnkur Vikal,Chinmai Chandrashuh, Tasveer Kamil andSara Arjunplay supporting roles.[1] The film marks the posthumous and final film appearance of Rajiv Kapoor who died in February 2021, shortly after completing filming.[2]
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| Directed by | Mridul Mahendra |
| Written by | Mridul Mahendra |
| Screenplay by | Mridul Mahendra Ashutosh Gowariker |
| Produced by | Bhushan Kumar Krishan Kumar Ashutosh Gowariker Sunita Gowariker |
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| Cinematography | Kamaljeet Negi |
| Edited by | Chandrashekhar Prajapati |
| Music by | Daniel B. George |
Production companies | Ashutosh Gowariker Productions T-Series |
| Distributed by | AA Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Toolsidas Juniorwas initially scheduled to release in cinemas on 4 March 2022.[3]Eventually, it was released on television and digital platforms.[4]At the68th National Film Awards,it won theNational Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi,and Buddhadev was awarded theNational Jury Award — Special Mention.
Synopsis
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When an ace snooker player, who 'only plays for his son', loses an important tournament to arch-rival Jimmy Tandon, his son decides to fulfill his father's dream. Along this journey, guidance comes from the most unlikely source: former snooker national-level ex-champion Mohammad Salaam, a.k.a. Salaam Bhai, who now trains lowly players.
Cast
edit- Sanjay Dutt[5]as Mohammed Salaam a.k.a. Salaam Bhai
- Rajiv Kapoor[5]as Toolsidas
- Dalip Tahilas Jimmy Tandon
- Varun Buddhadev as Midi
- Chinmai Chandranshuh as Gautam "Goti", Midi's elder brother
- Tasveer Kamil as Mrs. Toolsidas, Midi and Goti's mother
- Ankur Vikalas K. K. Burman, professional snooker player
- Sara Arjunas Pia, Midi's friend
Release
editDue to the Covid-19 Pandemic,Toolsidas Juniorhad a direct-to-television world release, a rare instance at the time, onSony Max,premiering on 23 May 2022. On 25 May 2022, just two days after its television premiere, the film was made available for streaming onNetflix.[6]
Music
editThe film has only one song, composed by Daniel B. George, who also wrote the background score. Titled "Udd Chala", the song is sung bySachet Tandonand Ujjwal Kashyap, with lyrics bySwanand Kirkire.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Udd Chala" | Sachet Tandon,Ujjwal Kashyap | 2:34 |
References
edit- ^"Toolsidas Junior Movie: Showtimes, Review, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos | eTimes",The Times of India,retrieved19 February2022
- ^"Family members including Ranbir Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor attend screening of Rajiv Kapoor's last film".The New Indian Express.18 February 2022.Retrieved19 February2022.
- ^"Sanjay Dutt, Rajiv Kapoor's 'Toolsidas Junior' release date locked - Times of India".The Times of India.18 February 2022.Retrieved19 February2022.
- ^"Toolsidas Junior Movie Ott Release Date Netflix, Disney Hotstar, Amazon Prime".Facefof.com.27 February 2022.Retrieved23 May2022.
- ^ab"Sanjay Dutt and Rajiv Kapoor to star in Toolsidas Junior".The Indian Express.11 December 2020.Retrieved19 February2022.
- ^"Toolsidas Junior trailer: Sanjay Dutt turns snooker coach in Rajiv Kapoor's final film. Watch".Hindustan Times.19 February 2022.Retrieved19 February2022.
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