Hichki

The film "Hichki" is a 2018 Indian Hindi-language comedy drama directed by Siddharth P. Malhotra and produced by Aditya Chopra and Maneesh Sharma under Yash Raj Films. It features Rani Mukerji in the role of Naina Mathur, an aspiring teacher facing rejection due to Tourette syndrome. She is eventually employed at St. Notker's School, teaching a class for underprivileged students.
The plot follows Naina's struggle to teach the boisterous 9F class, comprising underprivileged students. Despite initial challenges and attempts to expel the class, Naina perseveres, inspiring her students to excel academically. The film culminates in a heartwarming reunion between Naina and her successful former students, marking her retirement after 25 years of dedicated service.
The journey to produce "Hichki" faced initial funding challenges, but Chopra and Sharma supported Malhotra's directorial vision. Principal photography, managed by Avinash Arun, occurred in Mumbai from April to June 2017, guided by art director Meenal Agarwal and choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant. The editing was overseen by Shweta Venkat Matthew. The film's music, composed by Jasleen Royal and Hitesh Sonik, added depth to the narrative.
Released on March 23, 2018, the film attained commercial success, grossing ₹2.15 billion (US$27 million), notably thriving in the Chinese market. Critically, it received mixed reviews, with commendation for Mukerji's performance while some critique centered on the plot's predictability. The movie garnered nominations for various awards and won accolades at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.
The cast includes Rani Mukerji as Naina Mathur, Naisha Khanna portraying young Naina, Supriya Pilgaonkar as Sudha Mathur, Sachin Pilgaonkar as Naina's father, and Hussain Dalal as Vinay. Their performances contribute to the film's emotional depth and resonance.