Cast
View AllJay Soni
as Dhaivat Yagnik
Shrenu Parikh
as Shruti Yagnik
Manoj Joshi
as Dilip Mahajan
Anang Desai
as Shiv Hari Yagnik
Maulik Pathak
as Param Agrawal
Archan Trivedi
as Nayak Kaka
Aditiben Desai
as Sadhana Mahajan
Jaanushi Oza
as Clara
Shraddha Dangar
as Ragini
Rahul Raval
as Shrenik Mahajan
Divya Thakkar
as Mansi Mahajan
Chintan Pandya
as Sanjay
Pradhuman Sinh Solanki
as Parag
Harsh Soni
as Siddharth
Bhargav Joshi
as Shruti's Boss
Crew
Director
- Mihir Bhuta
Writer
- Mihir Bhuta
Producer
- Rajat K Chaudhari
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Lamboo Rastoo examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Mihir Bhuta brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2018, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Lamboo Rastoo took approximately 36 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 123 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 182 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 481 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 7, 2018
- Runtime: 2h 3m