# Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

> A lavish Hindi family musical turns forbidden love, class prejudice, and an adopted son's estrangement into an emotionally expansive quest for reconciliation.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/5813

## Facts

- Runtime: 209 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Karan Johar
- Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Rani Mukerji, Farida Jalal
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0248126/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: sentimental, witty, lavish, bollywood movie night, family viewing

## Synopsis

A tale of love and family that transcends social boundaries and expectations.

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