Bawaal 2023

Bawaal (2023) is a Hindi-language romantic drama directed by Nitesh Tiwari, featuring Varun Dhawan as Ajay Dixit and Janhvi Kapoor as Nisha Dixit. The film explores themes of personal growth, marital relationships, and the impact of historical events on contemporary life.

Ajay Dixit, a narcissistic history teacher in Lucknow, is obsessed with maintaining a flawless public image. He confines his intelligent wife, Nisha, at home due to her epilepsy, fearing her condition might tarnish his reputation. After a classroom incident involving a politician's son, Ajay plans a trip to Europe to study World War II sites, aiming to enhance his teaching credentials and escape potential repercussions. Nisha accompanies him, and together they visit significant locations like Anne Frank's house and Auschwitz. Through these experiences, Ajay confronts his superficiality and the flaws in his marriage, leading to personal transformation and a renewed commitment to Nisha.

• IMDB Rating - 6.6/10
• Director - Nitesh Tiwari
• Writers - Piyush Gupta, Shreyas Jain, Nikhil Mehrotra
• Stars - Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Manoj Pahwa