A Hindi film titled The Taj Story has quietly hit theatres and sparked attention due to its controversial subject matter. The film draws inspiration from an ongoing debate that questions the origins of the Taj Mahal — suggesting it was not built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan but stands on the site of an ancient Shiva temple.
While some historians claim to have supporting evidence, others have outrightly dismissed the theory. Director Tushar Amrish Goyal uses this very controversy as the foundation for his film, hoping to ignite discussion — though the execution doesn’t quite live up to its ambitious premise.
Set in Agra, the story revolves around Vishnudas, a tourist guide who stirs nationwide controversy after publicly claiming that a temple existed long before the Taj Mahal. His statement quickly snowballs into a major political and legal issue. As the uproar intensifies, Vishnudas’s family faces severe consequences — his son loses his job, and their safety is jeopardized. Determined to prove his point, Vishnudas takes the matter to court and represents himself, paving the way for a gripping courtroom battle.
The narrative unfolds mainly through legal exchanges, presenting both emotional and intellectual perspectives on the debate. Paresh Rawal shines as Vishnudas, delivering a deeply emotional and commanding performance. Zakir Hussain, portraying the opposing counsel, matches him with equal conviction, making their courtroom confrontations the film’s strongest element.
However, with a runtime of nearly 2 hours and 45 minutes, The Taj Story moves at a sluggish pace. Despite well-written dialogues, the prolonged courtroom scenes make it heavy for the average viewer.
While the film may appeal to audiences intrigued by historical and controversial themes, it struggles to maintain broad entertainment value. At the box office, it has seen a modest opening in multiplexes but appears headed toward commercial failure overall.
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