Provoked: A True Story

Provoked: A True Story

2007 · 87 min · EN · 6.5 (18 votes)
Dir. Jag Mundhra · Starring Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Miranda Richardson, Naveen Andrews, Nandita Das, Robbie Coltrane, Freya Berry · Music A.R. Rahman
Drama

Provoked is the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, a Punjabi woman who moved to London after her marriage with Deepak Ahluwalia. Her husband seemed caring at first but then began to beat her up. He started drinking a lot and sleeping around with other women. he also subjected her to spousal rape. After ten years and having two children with him, out of fear, she sets him on fire.

VIBE

A deeply affecting, unflinching look at a woman's resilience against brutal circumstances. It's a powerful, character-driven drama that builds to a cathartic, albeit heavy, conclusion. Expect a somber yet ultimately inspiring experience.

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