72 Hoorain: 2023 Indian Hindi Dark Comedy Film

Movie Name: 72 Hoorain
Directed by: Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan
Starring: Saru Maini, Mukesh Agrohari, Narottam Bain, Aamir Bashir, Pawan Malhotra, Rasheed Naz, Ashok Pathak
Genre: Crime, Drama, Comedy
Running Time: 120 Minutes
Release Date: 07 July, 2023
Rating

72 Hoorain exposes the dark face of Islamic terrorism from 9/11 to 26/11

72 Hoorain: About

At an extremists training facility, Bilal and Hakim are instructed that if they give their lives in the name of Allah, they will be rewarded with bahattar hoorain (72 beautiful virgins) in heaven. Following their terror attack in Mumbai, Hakim and Bilal are surprised to not end up in the arms of a beautiful virgin, but in a hospital where their ghosts watch an autopsy being performed on their bodies. ‘Bahattar Hoorain’ is a dark comedy that examines the real consequences of violent extremism and urges that every human life should be treated with dignity and respect.

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Islamic terrorism has prevailed for centuries in various parts of the world wherever Islamic tyrants invaded and ruled. For many centuries, Indian civilisation is one of the biggest suffering survivors of this organised crime in the name of religion. Jihad – the war for religion – forms the core part of Islamic terrorism and Muslims joining various terrorist organisations for Jihad are lured by various baits shown to them by fanatic religious preachers.

Hoors (meaning beautiful virgin ladies) promised to Muslim men when they go to Jannat (meaning paradise or heaven) after attaining martyrdom while on the path of Jihad is one of the most alluring baits to join Jihad and unleash Islamic terrorism. A film titled 72 Hoorain (72 Hoors) depicting this dark face of Islamic terrorism is soon to release. The teaser of the film was launched on 4th June 2023.

The terror masters of various terrorist outfits lure Muslim youths with jannat and 72 hoors to kill infidels (non-Muslims) and wage jihad against them. Trapped in this greed, Muslims become terrorists and then get ready to kill not only others but also themselves. To break this myth of Islamism, a film called ’72 Hoorain’ is set for release on July 7, 2023.

The film titled ’72 Hooren’, featuring Pawan Malhotra and Aamir Bashir in lead roles, is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Puran Singh, a two-time recipient of the National Award. Natottam Bain, Ashok Pathak, and Rashid Naaz are among the other actors in this film. The production of the film is undertaken by Gulab Singh Tanwar, Kiran Dagar, Anirudh Tanwar, and Ashok Pandit, who serve as its producers.

Ashok Pandit tweeted, “As promised, presenting to you the first look of our film 72 Hoorain. I am sure you will like it. What if you end up dying a brutal death instead of meeting 72 virgins, as assured by terrorist mentors? Presenting the first look of my upcoming film “72 Hoorain”. The film is slated to release on 7 July 2023.”

The teaser of the film depicts pictures of many Islamic terrorists including Osama Bin Laden who planned and executed the 9/11 attacks in America, Ajmal Kasab who was one of the 10 terrorists in the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai, Yakub Memon who executed the serial bomb blasts in Mumbai in 1993, Masood Azahar responsible for the Delhi plane hijack in 1999, and many others. In the background, the voice of some leader in the Islamic terrorist outfit is heard that says, “You will get those 72 hoors. Those hoors are made for you.”

It is notable that the film will release on 7th July 2023 which is two months after the release of the film ‘The Kerala Story‘. The Kerala Story was based on the forced conversions of non-Muslim girls in Kerala by Muslim youths. This religiously profiled sexual grooming of Hindu girls was done with the intent of recruiting them to Islamic terrorist organisations like ISIS. This film received an overwhelming response and went on to earn more than Rs 200 crores at the box office.

This film proved a great educator to non-Muslims wherein they could see how love jihad is executed in India and abroad. This awareness caused many Hindu victim girls to report the incidents of love jihad they fall prey to. 72 Hoorain release after this awareness is expected to give a huge boost to the momentum gained by Hindu awareness about Islamic terrorism and its various forms.

72 Hoorain Director Explains Movie, Threats, Reasons

It took him 11 years to bring this movie. And he still gets threats! Director of ’72 Hoorain’, Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan, talks his choice of colour, subject, actors in the film and answers all the questions from Ajeet Bharti.

Movie Trailer:

72 Hoorain Movie Review:

Hakim and Bilal, two fidayeen terrorists involved in a devastating bomb blast incident, tragically lose their lives. Their quest begins as they strive to attain a heavenly destination where they anticipate meeting 72 virgins or 72 Hoorain, as pledged by the Maulavi.

Review: 

By emphasising the futility of mindless killing and shedding light on the notion that religion can often serve as a tool of manipulation, the film effectively communicates the message that religious extremism yields no positive outcomes. Walking a precarious line, the film successfully sidesteps potential pitfalls that could have undermined the efforts of the filmmaker and the entire team. Director Sanjay Puran Singh Chauhan skillfully navigates the subject matter, crafting an innovative and captivating narrative as a satire, employing the journey of two deceased individuals.

The story unfolds with Bilal (Aamir Bashir) positioned atop the Statue of Progress at the CSTM building, engaged in a conversation with his mentor and confidante Hakim (Pavan Raj Malhotra). Interestingly, both Bilal and Hakim are departed souls, victims of a blast at the Gateway of India just a day prior. Former fidayeen terrorists associated with the Lashkar-e-Mujahedeen and sent from Pakistan to sow terror in India, they now yearn for a proper burial that would grant them access to heaven and the promised companionship of 72 virgins.

In addition to its unconventional plot, the film shines brightly, thanks to the exceptional performances of its lead actors. Pavan Malhotra delivers a fantastic portrayal of Hakim, showcasing remarkable mannerisms and tonality that infuse the film with a distinct flavour. Aamir Bashir, although not quite on the same level, matches Pavan’s energy with dedicated effort in his role as Bilal. Sanjay’s directorial prowess is evident in scenes such as the truck accident involving the protagonists’ lifeless bodies or the dramatic moment when a woman attempts suicide before an approaching train. With a sense of complete control over the subject matter, he orchestrates these sequences with finesse.

“72 Hoorain” skillfully draws inspiration from the events occurring in our surroundings and the world at large, constructing a narrative that captivates the audience. The black and white aesthetics of the film enhance the portrayal of the protagonist’s lost souls, while the use of red colour in balloons, umbrellas, and clothing, makes you wonder whether inspiration is drawn from Steven Spielberg’s iconic film, “Schindler’s List.” This film effectively delivers a powerful impact through its exploration of the manipulation of ordinary individuals in the context of terrorism.