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The Namesake (2006)
Director: Mira Nair
Cast: Kal Penn, Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Jacinda Barrett
7.5
85%Runtime122 min
Rating12
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After moving from Calcutta to New York, members of the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their native India and blending into American culture. Although parents Ashoke and Ashima are proud of the sacrifices they make to give their children opportunities, their son Gogol strives to forge his own identity without forgetting his heritage.
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The Namesake, directed by Mira Nair in 2006, is a powerfully introspective drama that explores the complex interplay between cultural identity, family bonds, and personal exploration. With nuanced performances from Kal Penn and Irrfan Khan, the film offers a poignant and insightful look at the challenges faced by first-generation immigrants as they navigate the delicate balance between honoring their heritage and forging their own paths in a new country.
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The Namesake is a 2006 English-language drama film directed by Mira Nair and written by Sooni Taraporevala based on the novel The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri. It stars Kal Penn, Tabu, Irrfan Khan and Sahira Nair. The film was produced by Indian, American and Japanese studios. The film was filmed primarily in Kolkata (Calcutta), India, and New York City from 28 March to June 2005, with some scenes also shot in suburbs of New York and other locations like Sydney, Australia, and Agra, India. This film was released in the United States on 9 March 2007, following screenings at film festivals in Toronto and New York City. The Namesake received positive reviews from American critics.
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