Rabia and Olivia is a 2023 Indian Hinglish-language drama film written and directed by Shadab Khan.[1] The film starring Sheeba Chaddha,[2] Nayab Khan, Helena Prizen Klague, Mustafa Sheikh, Shadab Khan.[3]

Rabia and Olivia
Poster of movie Rabia & Olivia
Directed byShadab Khan
Screenplay byShadab Khan
Story byShadab Khan
Produced byYousef Sheikh
StarringSheeba Chadha
Helena Prizen Klague
Mustafa Sheikh
Shadab Khan
CinematographyLenod Kogan
Pankaj Kachua
Edited byPrashant Panda
Music byRipul Sharma
Production
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Synchron Entertainment
Distributed byDisney+ Hotstar
Release date
  • 24 February 2023 (2023-02-24)
Running time
124 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Plot

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Rabia and Olivia is a story of how the bond between a child and her care-taker grows into a bond of mother and daughter and how there is drastic change in the behaviour of Olivia under the Rabiya's care.[4] But due to some unthoughtful events, Rabiya was arrested and there start an online campaign in the justice of Rabiya.

Due to the intensity and fire in their efforts, more and more people join them in support of their noble mission. Ultimately, on the grounds of humanity, media, politicians and common people join in the form of a humanity and made Rabiya meet Olivia.[5]

Cast

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  • Nayab Khan as Rabia
  • Helena Prinzen Klague as Olivia
  • Sheeba Chaddha[6] as Rabiya's Mother
  • Mustafa Sheikh as Moosa
  • Afroz Khan as Naser Bhai
  • Shadab Khan as Ishaan
  • Nathan Bragg as Mark

Production

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The drama film is produced under the banner of Synchron Entertainment, produced by Yousef Sheikh,[7] co-produced by Tamara Gazzaz. The film is directed, story, screenplay and dialogue by Shadab Khan. The producer Yousef Sheikh has also given the screenplay and dialogue in the film. Music and lyrics are given by Ripul Sharma and background score by Jeorge Joseph. The film has been shot in Toronto, Mumbai and Aurangabad.

Reception

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Ronak Kotecha of The Times of India has given three star and quoted it as universal story.[8] Subuddhi Prajapti of OTT Play has also given three star and written that it is a beautiful story.[9]

References

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  1. ^ "Critically acclaimed Hinglish movie "Rabia And Olivia" is set to release on Disney Plus on 24 February 2023". Free Press Journal.
  2. ^ "Sheeba Chadha to play central role in the Indo-Canadian movie, Rabia and Olivia". IWMBuzz. 22 March 2019.
  3. ^ "Indie film 'Rabia And Olivia' officially selected for Toronto Lift-Off fest". IANS Life.
  4. ^ "Rabia And Olivia Review: BA Pass 2' Fame Director Shadab Khan's heartwarming story has a universal appeal". The Times of India.
  5. ^ Miya, Vidushi (16 February 2023). "Rabia And Olivia Talk About A Beautiful Bond Of Humanity". Latest Bollywood & Hollywood Entertainment, News, Celebrity Gossip, Lifestyle, Originals, Regional & COVID Updates | Lehren.
  6. ^ "Sheeba Chadha's 'Rabia & Olivia' Lands On Disney+ Hotstar On This Date". Binged. 16 February 2023.
  7. ^ "Indian-Canadian entrepreneur - Yousef Sheikh, ventures into Bollywood film production". www.telegraphindia.com.
  8. ^ "Rabia and Olivia Review : BA Pass 2' Fame Director Shadab Khan's heartwarming story has a universal appeal". The Times of India.
  9. ^ "Rabia and Olivia review: Sheeba Chaddha's film is about love and compassion".
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