Ishaqzaade tells the story of Raja (Ranbir Kapoor), a young and charming police officer who falls in love with Bariyamma (Priyanka Chopra), a beautiful and strong-willed girl from a traditional Muslim family. The two meet while Raja is on duty during a procession in a small town in Uttar Pradesh. Despite their different backgrounds and families' expectations, Raja and Bariyamma's love for each other grows, and they decide to get married.
Released in 2012, Ishaqzaade is a gritty, "enemies-to-lovers" romantic action film that carved a unique space in Bollywood for its raw portrayal of small-town politics and forbidden love. Directed by Habib Faisal and produced under the Yash Raj Films banner
Ishaqzaade received positive reviews from critics, with praise for its bold and fresh take on the classic love story. The film's cinematography, music, and performances were also appreciated. Ranbir Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra's chemistry on screen was particularly praised.
: Following her debut in Ladies vs Ricky Bahl , Parineeti Chopra delivered a "scintillating" performance as the fiery Zoya. Her performance earned her a National Film Award – Special Mention .
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