Imtiaz Ali Hails Aaishvary Thackeray's Nishaanchi 1 & 2: 'Don't Miss, Must Watch!'

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News18•03-01-2026, 09:55
Imtiaz Ali Hails Aaishvary Thackeray's Nishaanchi 1 & 2: 'Don't Miss, Must Watch!'
- •Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali highly praised Aaishvary Thackeray's "Nishaanchi 1 & 2", calling it "one of the best of last year" and urging viewers to watch both parts together for the full experience.
- •The film, directed by Anurag Kashyap, stars Aaishvary Thackeray in a double role, alongside Vedika Pinto, Kumud Mishra, Monika Panwar, and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub.
- •"Nishaanchi" explores the strained relationship between twin brothers Babloo and Dabloo, set in early-2000s Uttar Pradesh, combining love, rivalry, and conflict.
- •Despite critical acclaim from some, the film faced box office failure, earning only Rs 1.5 crore, and was later released on Amazon Prime Video.
- •Director Anurag Kashyap expressed being "used to" box office failures but admitted he expected a bit more from "Nishaanchi".
Why It Matters: Imtiaz Ali strongly recommends "Nishaanchi 1 & 2" despite its box office struggles, highlighting its compelling narrative.
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