After Karmma Calling, Raveena Tandon is once again back on Disney+ Hotstar with yet another thrilling project. The acclaimed actress stars as a lawyer named Tanvi Shukla in the film Patna Shukla, which focuses on an education scam in India that impacts the lives of thousands of students every year. As Shukla fights for justice for the students, she sees her own life crumbling as a common woman goes against the big players of the scam. If you liked the film and are still not over it, there are some more movies based on similar stories and themes that you can check out. Here is a list of 4 films like Patna Shukla that you should watch.
1. Why Cheat India (2019)
This black comedy crime film stars Emraan Hashmi as Rakesh Kumar Singh, a man who starts running an examination scam by hiring a brilliant student to ghostwrite exams of rich students in exchange for money. Though a box-office failure, the film tackled the issue of educational fraud in a light-hearted way, which made it easier to understand for the masses. Directed by Soumik Sen, the film also stars Shreya Dhanwanthary, Shivani Bedi, Snigdhadeep Chatterjee, and Manuj Sharma in pivotal roles. Why Cheat India is currently streaming on Zee5.
2. Jolly LLB (2013)
Similar to Patna Shukla, Jolly LLB also showcases the trials and tribulations faced by a struggling lawyer, though in a comic manner. The legal comedy-drama film revolves around Jagdishwar Mishra, commonly known as Jolly, an inexperienced lawyer striving for success. Set in the bustling city of Delhi, the story unfolds as Jolly takes on a high-profile case involving a hit-and-run incident. Through witty dialogues and courtroom drama, the film highlights societal issues, corruption within the legal system, and the pursuit of justice against all odds. Arshad Warsi has given the performance of a lifetime in this one, and his camaraderie with co-star Saurabh Shukla is worth watching. Jolly LLB is currently available to stream on Disney+ Hotstar.
3. Super 30 (2019)
Super 30 is another film that highlights the plight of the education system in the state of Bihar in India. The film stars Hrithik Roshan in a never-seen-before avatar as real-life mathematics teacher Anand Kumar. The film follows Anand’s mission to provide quality education to underprivileged students aspiring to crack the prestigious IIT entrance exam. Against all odds, Anand establishes the ‘Super 30’ program, where he selects thirty talented students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and trains them rigorously. Directed by Vikas Bahl, the movie also features an impressive ensemble of Mrunal Thakur, Pankaj Tripathi, Vijay Varma, Amit Sadh, and Aditya Srivastava. This one is also streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
4. Hichki (2018)
Though not a courtroom drama, Hichki also throws light on a career-oriented woman who overcomes difficult challenges in her personal and professional life. Rani Mukerji plays Naina Mathur, a teacher who suffers from Tourette syndrome and faces societal prejudice due to her involuntary tics caused by the condition. Determined to make a difference, Naina takes on the responsibility of teaching a class of underprivileged students deemed as misfits by society. Through her unconventional methods and unwavering commitment, Naina not only helps her students excel academically but also instills confidence and self-belief in them. Hichki is available to be watched on Prime Video.
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