Content Warnings
- 🟡 30/100 A married couple is shown in bed together, implying intimacy but no explicit nudity.
- 🟢 10/100 A character is seen smoking a cigarette.
- 🟢 20/100 A minor verbal argument between characters with no physical altercation.
- 🟡 40/100 Use of mild profanity.
- 🟡 40/100 Another instance of mild profanity.
Details for The Lunchbox (2013)
What is the plot of The Lunchbox (2013)?
The Lunchbox is a romantic drama about a mistaken delivery in Mumbai's famously efficient lunchbox delivery system, which connects a young housewife, Ila (Nimrat Kaur), to a lonely widower, Saajan (Irrfan Khan). Through exchanged notes in the lunchbox, they form a deep connection that changes their lives.
Who are the main actors in The Lunchbox?
The main actors in The Lunchbox are Irrfan Khan as Saajan Fernandes, Nimrat Kaur as Ila, Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Shaikh, and Lillete Dubey as Ila's mother.
Is The Lunchbox based on a true story?
No, The Lunchbox is not based on a true story. However, it is inspired by Mumbai's dabbawala lunchbox delivery system, which is known for its remarkable efficiency.
What awards did The Lunchbox win?
The Lunchbox received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Critics Week Viewers Choice Award at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival, the Grand Golden Rail Award, and the Best Film Award at the 2013 Asian Film Awards.
Who directed The Lunchbox?
The Lunchbox was directed by Ritesh Batra, marking his feature film debut.
