My Name Is Khan
An Ordinary Man, An Extraordinary Journey... FOR LOVE.
Overview
Rizwan Khan, a Muslim from the Borivali section of Mumbai, has Asperger's syndrome. He marries a Hindu single mother, Mandira, in San Francisco. After 9/11, Rizwan is detained by authorities at LAX who treat him as a terrorist because of his condition and his race.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set against the backdrop of post-9/11 America, the movie explores themes of Islamophobia and racism, reflecting the cultural climate during its production.
- Provides a deep exploration of the challenges faced by individuals with autism in society.
- Delivers an engaging narrative that highlights the complexities of love and relationships across different cultural backgrounds.
- Offers powerful performances, especially by Shah Rukh Khan, who portrays a character with autism in a sensitive yet impactful manner.
- Features a thought-provoking plot that raises questions about prejudice, tolerance, and the human spirit.
Fun Facts
- Shah Rukh Khan underwent extensive training to portray a character with autism, working with experts in the field of autism spectrum disorders.
- The movie was partially shot at the AT&T Park in San Francisco, where a cricket match sequence between India and Pakistan was filmed.
- My Name Is Khan was one of the first Bollywood films to delve into such depth about a character with autism, breaking new ground for representation.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"An Ordinary Man, An Extraordinary Journey... FOR LOVE."
Pусский
RU
Title: Меня зовут Кхан
"Обычный человек, необычайное путешествие... во имя любви"
Deutsch
DE
Title:
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Italiano
IT
Title: Il mio nome è Khan
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Português
PT
Title: Meu Nome É Khan
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Français
FR
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Трейлер - Меня зовут Кхан / My Name Is Khan / 2010
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Noor E Khuda - My Name is Khan | Shahrukh Khan | Kajol
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Tere Naina - My Name Is Khan (Full song)