All India Rank Trailer: Varun Grover's Debut Highlights The 'IIT Obsession'

The trailer for writer and filmmaker Varun Grover’s directorial venture ‘All India Rank’ was unveiled today by Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal. The two previously collaborated on Vicky’s debut film, ‘Masaan’, which was written by Varun Grover. All India Rank is all set to be gracing theatres on February 23.

Remembering the times and expressing his gratitude for adding an iconic and significant dialogue to his filmography 'Yeh Dukh Kaahe Khatam Nahi Hota Be,"  Kaushal launched the trailer with a heartfelt caption for Grover. The upcoming coming-of-age teen drama film set in the 90s is anticipated to depict the life of a teenage IIT aspirant of the times portraying some realistic loopholes in the education system. 

All India Rank Trailer:

Kaushal posted the trailer on social media with a heartfelt caption that defined the journey of the two along with wishing Grover the best wishes for his endeavour as the caption read: "Hum dono engineers ka cinema ki duniya mein safar lagbhag saath hi shuru hua with… Masaan. “Saala yeh dukh kaahe khatam nahi hota bey!” A line written by him has over the years evolved to be one of the most noteworthy scenes of my filmography so far. I’m so happy and proud to be presenting the Trailer of ‘ALL INDIA RANK’… the Directorial Debut of my dear and incredibly talented friend #VarunGrover. Shine on mere bhai and my best wishes to the entire team."

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About All India Rank:

The trailer for the highly anticipated film All India Rank dropped today, offering a glimpse into the intense world of competitive exams and the societal pressure surrounding them in India. Written and directed by debutant Grover, the film is a slice-of-life drama navigating what a 17-year-old aspirant goes through from being trapped in the web of love, bonds, sexuality, expectations, dreams, and reality.

The trailer opens with a montage of scenes depicting the gruelling reality of exam preparation – students hunched over books, attending coaching classes, and facing immense pressure from their families and society to succeed. It then focuses on the journey of two friends, Abhay and Shruti, who navigate the cutthroat competition to secure a coveted All India Rank (AIR) in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), a gateway to prestigious engineering institutes like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

The trailer throws light on the societal obsession with IITs and the emotional toll it takes on students. It portrays the sacrifices they make, the pressure they endure, and the constant struggle to live up to expectations. The visuals are intense and emotional, capturing the anxieties, aspirations, and vulnerabilities of the characters.

All India Rank is not just a coming-of-age story; it's a social commentary on the education system in India and the societal pressure placed on students to excel in competitive exams. Grover, the director, has said that the film is inspired by his own experiences and aims to spark a conversation about the need for holistic education and the mental well-being of students.

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The debutant director and writer of the film, Grover yesterday in an open mic event released the poster of the film, mentioned the film consists of many debuts and the trailer shows many young yet prominent faces of the cinema as the film stars Bodhisattva Sharma in the centre role while the cast consists of many claimed actors such as Shashi Bhushan, Sheeba Chaddha, Kailash Gowthaman, Ayush Pandey, Geeta Agrawal Sharma, Vidit Singh, and, Samta Sudiksha. 

The film is expected to resonate with students, parents, and educators across the country with a thought-provoking theme and powerful performances with a promising compelling watch along with giving nostalgia punches with realistic and raw portrayal.

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