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15 years of Udaan: If you loved Vikramaditya Motwane's movie, these 8 coming-of-age films belong on your watchlist

Udaan didn't roar—it whispered—when it was released on July 16, 2010. However, that hushed murmur soon became an ear-piercing echo, subtly moulding Indian cinema's depiction of youth, oppression, ...
The New York Times

Unwelcome at School, and at Home, Too

A coming-of-age story, “Udaan” is an impressive debut feature by Vikramaditya Motwane that covers familiar first-film ground with emotional conviction and freshness. A kind of Indian cousin to ...
The Hollywood Reporter

‘Udaan’ Wins at Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles

The Ninth Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles honored "Udaan" with a best narrative feature award, further adding to the film's winning haul. By Nyay Bhushan NEW DELHI — The Ninth Indian Film Festival ...
Hindustan Times

15 years of Udaan: If you loved Vikramaditya Motwane's movie, these 8 coming-of-age films belong on your watchlist

15 years on, Udaan remains a touchstone for coming-of-age cinema, echoed in 8 films that explore youth, freedom, and the silent ache of growing up. Udaan didn't roar—it whispered—when it was released ...