About the movie
Agarwal, Chhapaak tells the story of a girl (Malti) coming from an unprivileged but humble background. When Malti refuses the advances made by a man twice her age, she is attacked with acid on a street in New Delhi. With her face irreparably burnt, Malti undergoes medico-social rehabilitation, a prolonged string of facial surgeries, a legal battle against her attacker and a constant struggle to become economically independent.
During this time, Malti also joins a campaign against Acid violence and comes across other
victims. She forms an inexplicable bond with Amol, the founder of the campaign but it is Malti's game-changing PIL in the Supreme Court of India, with her lawyer
Archana Bajaj, that inspires the Judiciary to amend the laws on acid violence. A story of the triumph of the unquashable human spirit.
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Top reviews
Summary of 1 review.
Shibi
Good one
Something different with a social message by Deepika. Power full acting by all the actors. Songs are also good which makes up the entertainment.
Critic reviews
The Times of India
Chhapaak
A brave story of a womans grit and indomitable spirit. ...more
NDTV
Chhapaak
Watch it not just for Deepika Padukone but also for what it has to say about a social scourge that refuses to go away. ...more
The Indian Express
Chhapaak
You look at Deepika Padukone, so far away from the dressed-up, made-up parts shes done till now, and acknowledge an actor who wants to break out of he ...more
India Today
Chhapaak
Chhapaak starring Deepika Padukone and directed by Meghna Gulzar is a beautiful, beautifully made film. 2020 has begun well for Bollywood. ...more
News 18
Chhapaak
Deepika Padukone blends into Malti seamlessly, the star, rarely surfacing and director Meghna Gulzar constructs the balance with a seasoned hand. ...more