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Shakeela (2020): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Shakeela is a 2020 romantic drama directed by Indrajit Lankesh, starring Richa Chadha as Shakeela, Pankaj Tripathi and Rajeev Pillai. It runs 2 hours 6 minutes and earned $11,919 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 22/100.

worldwide gross
$11.9K
Echo Score
22
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Shakeela (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 6m (126 min)
Director
Indrajit Lankesh
Genres
Romance , Drama
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Shakeela About?

The premise of Shakeela without spoilers.

A biopic chronicling the life of Shakeela, a figure who dominated the South Indian film industry for over two decades. The film explores her career as an adult movie star and the controversies surrounding her bold and provocative films, offering a glimpse into her rise to prominence and the impact she had on the region's cinema.

Shakeela Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Shakeela Cast & Characters

Richa Chadha leads the cast as Shakeela, with Pankaj Tripathi as Salim and Rajeev Pillai. Directed by Indrajit Lankesh; 9 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Shakeela Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 22/100, strongest in character & emotion (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).

22 /100

Shakeela Echo Score Breakdown

Shakeela receives a largely unfavorable assessment across critical and audience feedback. Reviewers consistently describe the film as boring, poorly constructed, and lacking compelling storytelling, with many calling it a waste of time. The majority cite subpar direction, weak performances, and a disjointed narrative that fails to engage viewers. Consequently, the overall impression is that the biopic offers minimal artistic merit or entertainment value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    In terms of art and craft, the film is perceived as technically deficient. Critics note poor direction, disastrous technical aspects, and a presentation that feels amateurish. The cinematography and editing receive little to no praise, reinforcing the view of an uneven visual execution. Overall, the artistic components contribute little to the film's effectiveness.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are largely deemed unsatisfactory. Multiple reviewers label the lead acting as useless and the supporting cast as bland or terrible, though a few mention a slightly decent effort by the protagonist. Emotional resonance and chemistry are reported as absent, resulting in a generally weak character-driven experience.

  • Story & Flow 25

    The story and flow are criticized for being half‑baked and unengaging. Reviewers repeatedly mention a dull, confusing narrative, poor screenplay, and lack of originality compared to similar biopics. Pacing is described as sluggish, and the plot fails to maintain interest, leading to a predominantly negative perception of the film's storytelling.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    Sensory experience receives minimal positive remarks. Observations focus on poor technical presentation and lack of notable sound or visual style. No reviewer highlights effective soundtrack or sound design, and the overall sensory impact is described as disappointing, contributing little to audience immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 15

    Rewatch factor is viewed as exceptionally low. The consensus labels the film as a waste of time, with many advising against watching it even once. A few suggest a single optional viewing online, but overall, the lack of compelling content and poor execution diminish any desire for repeat viewings.

Box office

Shakeela Box Office

Shakeela grossed $11,919 worldwide.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$11.9K

International
$11.9K

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FAQ

Shakeela FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Shakeela, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Shakeela?

Shakeela runs 2 hours 6 minutes (126 minutes).

When was Shakeela released?

Shakeela was released on December 25, 2020.

Who directed Shakeela?

Shakeela was directed by Indrajit Lankesh.

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Who is in the cast of Shakeela?

Shakeela stars Richa Chadha as Shakeela, Pankaj Tripathi as Salim and Rajeev Pillai, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Shakeela make at the box office?

Shakeela grossed $11,919 worldwide.

Does Shakeela have a post-credit scene?

No. Shakeela has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Shakeela in?

The original language of Shakeela is Hindi.

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