Rockstar (2011)

"Rockstar" is a captivating journey of transformation and passion, following the life of Janardhan Jhakar, an ordinary college student who dreams of becoming the international rock sensation known as "Jordan". This compelling narrative is a crafted mosaic of flashbacks and flash-forwards, revealing the metamorphosis of a dreamer into an icon. Encouraged to embrace pain as a catalyst for music and emotion, Janardhan steps onto a path that would change his life forever. His life takes a turn when he crosses paths with Heer, a popular college girl with a tough exterior. As they form a unique bond, Janardhan's aspirations of music are put on hold, only to be reignited with a burning passion when life pulls them apart. As Heer moves away, family misunderstandings lead to Janardhan's expulsion from his home, forcing him to seek solace in a local mosque. In this unlikely sanctuary, his dormant passion for music is rekindled, leading him to sign with a record label. However, this new world is fraught with rivalry, garnering him more foes than allies. His music tour leads him to the romantic city of Prague, where fate reunites him with a now-married Heer. An intimate encounter between the two sets a whirlwind of events into motion, culminating in Jordan's deportation to India, charged with trespassing by Heer's husband. Now, a lonely and pain-ridden Jordan must navigate the turbulent waters of his life. Fuelled by anger and heartbreak, he embarks on a relentless journey to fulfill his destiny of becoming a "Rockstar".

Rockstar is a drama movie featuring Ranbir Kapoor and directed by Imtiaz Ali.

Rockstar is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Eros Now.

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