“PK” (transl. “Tipsy”) is a captivating Indian Hindi-language film released in 2014. This remarkable masterpiece belongs to the genre of science-fiction comedy-drama, brilliantly crafted by the talented Rajkumar Hirani, who served as both the editor and director of the film. The screenplay of “PK” is a collaborative effort by Rajkumar Hirani and Abhijat Joshi, showcasing their exceptional writing prowess.
PK Hindi Movie 2014 Cast, Plot Production Release
The storyline of “PK” revolves around the fascinating journey of an innocent alien, portrayed by the brilliant Aamir Khan, who unintentionally finds himself on planet Earth but encounters a setback when he loses his means of communication with his home planet.
Plot
In the vast expanses of Rajasthan, a humanoid alien finds himself abruptly landing on Earth, completely naked and on a research mission. However, his plans take an unexpected turn when the remote control for his spaceship, his only means of returning home, is stolen by an unknown perpetrator. Left stranded and vulnerable, the alien must navigate the unfamiliar terrains of Earth to retrieve his stolen device and fulfill his mission.
Meanwhile, in a seemingly unrelated part of the world, specifically Belgium, the lives of two individuals from different cultural backgrounds intertwine. Jagat Janani Sahni, fondly known as Jaggu, a spirited Indian woman, crosses paths with Sarfaraz Yousuf, a Pakistani man. In a serendipitous encounter, their hearts connect, and they fall deeply in love.
Cast
| Real Name | Role Name |
| Aamir Khan | PK |
| Sanjay Dutt | Bhairon “Bhaia” Singh |
| Saurabh Shukla | Tapasvi Maharaj |
| Parikshit Sahni | Jayprakash Sahni |
| Plabita Borthakur | Jaggu’s sister |
| Ram Sethi | the Old Man in Belgium who betrayed Sarfaraz & Jaggu |
| Ignace De Groote | |
| Anushka Sharma | Jagat “Jaggu” Janani Sahni |
| Boman Irani | Cherry Bajwa |
| Sushant Singh Rajput | Sarfaraz Yousuf |
| Amardeep Jha | Mrs. Sahni |
| Maanvi Gagroo | Meetu Singh |
| Sachin Parikh | Tapasvi’s manager |
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Amardeep Jha
Maanvi Gagroo
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Production
Development
Immersing themselves in the creative process, Hirani and Joshi poured their hearts and souls into the project, investing a significant amount of time and effort into shaping a story that would resonate with audiences on multiple levels. They delved into the complexities of human behavior, seeking to explore the potential for growth, redemption, and self-improvement that lies within each individual.
Casting
In 2011, Aamir Khan and Anushka Sharma signed on for the film. Khan’s nephews Imran Khan and Ranbir Kapoor were considered for a role that eventually went to Sushant Singh Rajput before the release of his debut movie Kai Po Che (2013).
Marketing
The marketing of the film was handled by Spice PR, a Mumbai-based company owned by Prabhat Choudhary. On 23 October 2014, the makers unveiled a teaser trailer that quickly garnered significant attention. Within just five days, the trailer amassed an impressive 3.4 million views on YouTube, ultimately reaching a staggering 12 million views.
Release
PK was released on 19 December 2014, as the 200th Bollywood release in 2014. The release was later expanded to 6000 screens worldwide, which included 5200 screens in India and 844 screens overseas.
Theatrical Release Poster
| Box office | ₹769 crore |
| Budget | ₹122 crore |
| Cinematography | C. K. Muraleedharan |
| Country | India |
| Directed by | Rajkumar Hirani |
| Distributed by | UTV Motion Pictures |
| Edited by | Rajkumar Hirani |
| Language | Hindi |
| Narrated by | Anushka Sharma |
| Produced by | Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Rajkumar Hirani |
| Production companies |
Vinod Chopra Films
Rajkumar Hirani Films |
| Release date | 19 December 2014 |
| Running time | 152 minutes |
| Written by | Rajkumar Hirani
Abhijat Joshi |
Soundtrack
The soundtrack is composed by Shantanu Moitra, Ajay–Atul, and Ankit Tiwari with lyrics written by Swanand Kirkire, Amitabh Varma, and Manoj Muntashir. The song “Tharki Chokro” is the first single, released on 24 October 2014.
Track listing
| PK (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | ||||
| Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
| “Tharki Chokro” | Swanand Kirkire | Ajay–Atul | Swaroop Khan | 4:55 |
| “Love Is a Waste of Time” | Amitabh Varma | Shantanu Moitra | Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal | 4:30 |
| “Nanga Punga Dost” | Swanand Kirkire | Shantanu Moitra | Shreya Ghoshal | 4:46 |
| “Chaar Kadam” | Swanand Kirkire | Shantanu Moitra | Shaan, Shreya Ghoshal | 4:20 |
| “Bhagwan Hai Kahan Re Tu” | Swanand Kirkire | Shantanu Moitra | Sonu Nigam | 5:12 |
| “Dil Darbadar” | Manoj Muntashir | Ankit Tiwari | Ankit Tiwari | 5:31 |
| “PK Dance Theme” | Shantanu Moitra | Instrumental | 2:23 | |
Reception
Srijana Mitra Das from The Times of India awarded the movie a commendable 4 out of 5 stars. Rajeev Masand of CNN-IBN, acknowledging the film’s adherence to Rajkumar Hirani’s tried-and-true formula, gave it a solid 3.5 stars. He described it as a brave film that stays true to the director’s signature style.
Box office
Rentrak, a reputable audience measurement company based in the United States, meticulously tracked the box office performance of PK. This groundbreaking film achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first Bollywood production to generate a staggering ₹1 billion (US$16.39 million) net through online bookings alone.
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