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Laal Singh Chaddha

Laal Singh Chaddha is a 2022 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Advait Chandan and written by Atul Kulkarni.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Laal Singh Chaddha is a 2022 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama film directed by Advait Chandan and written by Atul Kulkarni. It is an official remake of the 1994 American film Forrest Gump, starring Aamir Khan in the title role. The film was released internationally and later became available to Canadian viewers on streaming platforms such as Netflix.

Premise

The film centres on Laal Singh Chaddha, a simple and optimistic man who narrates major events from his life. The story is adapted to an Indian setting and references several decades of Indian history.

Production

Laal Singh Chaddha was directed by Advait Chandan and written by Atul Kulkarni. It was produced by Aamir Khan Productions, Viacom18 Studios and Paramount Pictures.

Release

The film was released in theatres in India on 11 August 2022. It was distributed internationally by Paramount Pictures. Additionally, it was made available to Canadian viewers on streaming platforms such as Netflix.

Reception

Available sources describe the film as a comedy-drama and note that it received mixed critical response. Some listings also identify it as a box-office disappointment.

Key facts

  • It is an official Indian adaptation of the 1994 film Forrest Gump.
  • The film was produced by Aamir Khan Productions, Viacom18 Studios and Paramount Pictures.
  • Aamir Khan plays the title character, Laal Singh Chaddha.
  • The story is framed as a life story recounted during a train journey through Punjab.
  • The film was released theatrically on 11 August 2022.
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Canadian context

The film was released internationally by Paramount Pictures and was available on Netflix, making it accessible to Canadian viewers on streaming platforms.

Frequently asked questions

Is Laal Singh Chaddha a remake?
Yes. It is an official remake of the 1994 American film Forrest Gump.
Who directed Laal Singh Chaddha?
The film was directed by Advait Chandan.
Who stars in Laal Singh Chaddha?
The main cast includes Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Naga Chaitanya and Mona Singh.
When was Laal Singh Chaddha released?
It was released in theatres on 11 August 2022.
What language is Laal Singh Chaddha in?
It is a Hindi-language film.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laal_Singh_Chaddha
    Supports: Directed by Advait Chandan; written by Atul Kulkarni; cast; production companies; remake of Forrest Gump; Hindi-language Indian comedy-drama film.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/laal_singh_chaddha
    Supports: Director, producers, screenwriter, distributor, genre, language, runtime, release date, MPAA rating.
  3. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81318083
    Supports: Synopsis; cast; language; genres; adaptation from Forrest Gump; availability on Netflix.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10028196/
    Supports: Release date, runtime, country, languages, genre, cast, and plot overview.