Shuttlecock Boys

"I don't know whether we are going to succeed. We might fail. But at- least we would have tried " . This dialog expressed with subtle emotions and a great sense of maturity by one of the actors speaks volumes.And it's just not simply a line from a film uttered by one of the actors . There are various dimensions to it.

How many of us take that one chance ? To leave everything aside,to set out on a journey just for the love of what we want to do,without knowing where we might end up.We face challenges,things do not always work out.Sometimes we are on the verge of contemplating whether we had taken the right call.But we still go on,guided by sheer passion,devotion,love and dedication.

"Badha Chal !!Chala Chal".This is what the film portrays.A little googling up will get you articles about the film which reveals that the director himself faced similar challenges.Stuck up with a monotonous 9-6 IT job,with the love for cinema,with a burning passion to make films,not being able to find a producer and then finally leaving aside materialistic dreams and pleasures and pooling a huge sum of personal savings behind the film is what this valiant young director did.The story does not end here.The film footage caught a lab fire and quite a bit was destroyed. Finally with the grace of God this was digitally restored.

Today just like the characters in the film with no business cards,no infrastructural setups or past experiences,here is a film from the debutant director.In an industry dominated by commercialism here is a gem of an independent feature film screening across theatres just next to a Bourne Legacy,A rising Dark Knight and some Gangs from Wasseypur.

This is a remarkable feat! All this shows in the film and it deeply moves you. Why? Because it's straight from the heart.With not an extra moment wasted on making subplots or concocted character sketching ,over-dramatization,this film moves at a pace keeping you engrossed all the while, identifying yourselves with the characters,befriending them and becoming a part of their world,emotions and struggle.The simplicity of this film is what stands out and gives it a distinct USP.

A fantastic film from Hemant Kumar Gaba and team ,this surely sends far reaching ripples in the new wave that has struck Indian Cinema.

I saw Hemant's Shuttlecock boys in New Delhi as part of Jagran Film Festival. It was an inspirational story. I do not understand much technicality of movie but liked all characters of movie and specially their simplicity. I could relate to it because I understand how it feels when you know you are just an ordinary being and want to achieve something extraordinary. You go through feeling of helplessness and hopelessness but life is a never-ending struggle to 'grow'. And, that was 'Shuttlecock Boys'. Story of heartbreak, struggle to survive and change impossible to possible.

I would like to quote a leader- "Material wealth does not necessarily make for happiness. Nor does fame. Hope is life's greatest treasure. A life without hope is bleak and gray. If you have no hope, create some."

Thumbs up Hemant :) May more success come your way. All the best!

Very fresh, inspiring and honest, was immediate reaction when i watched SHUTTLECOCK BOYS during Jaipur Film Festival.

It certainly takes you back to your younger days when you played badminton with your friends in the backyards. Most of us in India grow up discussing their dreams during daily dose of backyards sports. Unfortunately most of us fall in to the rut of making money and continue to do so for rest of our lives unlike the characters in the movie chose to do with their lives.

Characterization, music and very real life like location helped me make a greater connect with the movie.

Shuttlecock Boys did manage to make me carry a piece to thought back home. Congratulation and best of luck to the team PENNY WISE.

Got to see Shuttlecock Boys in Siri Fort auditorium, New Delhi, on 25th Sep 2011(part of Jagran Film festival) and thoroughly enjoyed the movie...The realistic portrayal of Indian middle class families and aspirations of youth is indeed praiseworthy…it is natural to empathize with the characters and understand their emotions as many of us go through similar ups and downs in every day life.The four friends have their individual personalities, distinct from each other and yet their bond of friendship is so strong. It's commendable that despite most of them being first timers, the actors have performed so well...photography and direction are truly impressive.We do need more movies like Shuttlecock Boys instead of over hyped superhero sagas

i have seen the movie at Jagran Film Festival in Delhi, i really liked the movie its a good attempt and i recommend this film to everyone.

The music of the movie was very good to ear and it comes at right places in the movie and helps the flow.

All the actors were new but still they have done a very good Job.

The best part of the film is its story, it seems that we all wanted to do something our own where we feel the freedom and the happiness we are looking for.

After some search on internet i have found that film has been to other festivals all across the globe which shows how good the film is and its a must watch.