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Here Be Dragons co-curated by Cressida Cowell and Toothless - opens 13 July. Admission included with ticket to the Galleries

1001 Stories Collection

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Added on 05th October 2020

Writer, Director and Producer Amole Gupta
First released 2014, Fox Star Studios, India

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Arjun longs to learn to skate. Can he follow his dreams and become a champion?

Story

This Bollywood film follows the life of Arjun Harishchand Waghmare. After the death of his father, Arjun and his family move to Mumbai. While working at a tea stall, Arjun sees other children skating and wishes he could learn to skate. He finds that skates are too expensive but he and some friends get creative and make their own. Aniket Bhargava recognises his talent for skating and decides to coach him. Will Arjun be able to win the big race with his friends and coach by his side?

Why we chose it

A popular Bollywood film about following dreams which is at its strongest in its portrayal of the lives, hopes and dreams of the gang of children living in poverty at the heart of the story.

Where it came from

This film was shot in Mumbai in 2013. The character of Arjun is played by Amole Gupta’s son, Partho. He also played the lead role Stanley Ka Dabba, Amole’s debut film. Amole Gupta has made several heart-warming films with street children overcoming adversity.

Where it went next

The film was very well received by critics and remains a popular Bollywood film.

Associated stories

It has been compared t0 Salaam Bombay directed by Mira Nair.

Added on 05th October 2020

Writer, Director and Producer Amole Gupta
First released 2014, Fox Star Studios, India

Identity and fairness Friends
1001