Genre: Romance/Drama
Language: Hindi
Release Date: 2024
Title
Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha (transl. Where Was the Courage in Others) is a 2024 Indian Hindi-language romantic thriller film written and directed by Neeraj Pandey.
Cast
The film stars Ajay Devgn and Tabu in their tenth collaboration, alongside Jimmy Sheirgill, Shantanu Maheshwari, and Saiee Manjrekar.
Production
Announced in October 2022, principal photography took place from February to April 2023, wrapping up in December 2023. It was shot in Mumbai, Delhi, and Lucknow.
Music
The score and soundtrack were composed by M. M. Kreem, with lyrics by Manoj Muntashir. Singles “Tuu” and “Ae Dil Zara” were released in June 2024.
Release
Originally set for 5 July 2024, the film was delayed and released on 2 August 2024, receiving negative reviews.
Plot
The story spans 23 years (2000-2023) of a couple’s relationship. Krishna’s involvement in murders leads to a life sentence, separating him from Vasudha, who marries Abhijeet. After Krishna’s pardon 22 years later, he seeks a final meeting with Vasudha.
Reviews
- Dhaval Roy, The Times Of India: 3/5 – Praised its mature love story but criticized its slow pace and predictable plot.
- Titas Chowdhury, News18: 3/5 – Noted inconsistency but appreciated the cast’s performance.
- Tanmayi Savadi, Times Now: 2.5/5 – Found the second half exhausting with missed opportunities.
- Lachmi Deb Roy, Firstpost: 2/5 – Criticized the film for lacking engagement and zing.
- Subhra Gupta, The Indian Express: 2/5 – Felt the film was dated and unworthy of its stars.
- Arushi Jain, India Today: 1.5/5 – Described it as boring, slow, and predictable.
