Shiv Shastri Balboa is a 2023 Indian Hindi comedy-drama film written and directed by Ajayan Venugopalan. The film stars Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, and Jugal Hansraj in lead roles. The film was shot mostly in New Jersey, U.S.
The film tells the story of Shiv Shastri (Anupam Kher), a retired banker from India who is a big fan of the Rocky Balboa movie series. Shiv moves to the United States to live with his son's family, but he soon finds himself alone and adrift in a new country.
One day, Shiv meets Elsa (Neena Gupta), a widow who is also struggling to find her place in the world. The two lonely souls bond over their shared sense of loss and their love for Rocky Balboa.
When Shiv and Elsa's car breaks down on a road trip, they are forced to stay with Cinnamon Singh (Sharib Hashmi), a wannabe Punjabi singer. The three of them embark on a hilarious and heartwarming adventure together, as they learn to navigate the American heartland and to embrace their newfound friendship.
Shiv Shastri Balboa is a heartwarming and humorous film about finding your place in the world, no matter your age or background. It is a reminder that it's never too late to reinvent yourself and to live your life to the fullest.
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