Khuda Kay Liye Review (2007) — 76% Celluloid Score
Directed by Shoaib Mansoor · 2007 ·
Is Khuda Kay Liye worth watching?
Yes. Khuda Kay Liye (2007) earns a 76% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as خدا کے لیے Em Nome de Deus In the Name of God
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (82/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
- IMDb users score it 8.2/10.
- Celluloid Score 76% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
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Is Khuda Kay Liye worth watching?
Yes — Khuda Kay Liye earns a 76% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
Shoaib Mansoor’s music-and-identity drama helped restart Pakistani theatrical cinema in the mid-2000s — the commercial revival that KaraFilm’s indie circuit fought to make possible.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Khuda Kay Liye about?
The film is about the difficult situation in which the Pakistanis in particular and the Muslims in general are caught up since 9/11. There is a war going on between the Fundamentalists and the Liberal Muslims. This situation is creating a drift not only between the Western world and the Muslims, but also within the Muslims. The educated and modern Muslims are in a difficult situation because of their approach towards life and their western attire. They are criticized and harassed by the fundamentalists and on the other hand the Western world sees them as potential suspects of terrorism just because of their Muslim names.
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Critic Reviews
Khuda Kay Liye (2007) Review: Faith Argued Out Loud
★★★★☆
Khuda Kay Liye is Shoaib Mansoor's ambitious post-9/11 Pakistani drama about two musician brothers pulled apart by extremism and suspicion, bold if often preachy.
Yes. It is a landmark Pakistani film and a gripping, provocative drama about faith and identity, though its long running time and speeches test patience.
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Khuda Kay Liye: frequently asked questions
Is Khuda Kay Liye worth watching?
Yes. Khuda Kay Liye (2007) has a Celluloid Score of 76%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
How long is Khuda Kay Liye?
Khuda Kay Liye runs 2 hours 48 minutes (168 minutes).
What is Khuda Kay Liye rated?
Khuda Kay Liye is rated PG-13 in the United States, 15 in the UK and UA in India. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Khuda Kay Liye?
Khuda Kay Liye is directed by Shoaib Mansoor and stars Shaan Shahid, Fawad Khan, Naseeruddin Shah, Iman Ali, Simi Raheal.
What is the Metascore for Khuda Kay Liye?
Metacritic's Metascore for Khuda Kay Liye is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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