Common Sense Media Review
By Sakhi Thirani
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Upbeat Bollywood sibling drama has mild language and peril.
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Rainbow (Dhanak)
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What's the Story?
In RAINBOW, when her aunt and uncle refuse to pay for her brother Chotu's (Krrish Chhabria) eye treatment, Pari (Hetal Gada) decides to try and find her favorite actor in the hope of getting help from him. It's a journey that sees Pari and Chotu travel across the deserts of Rajasthan. But will they find what their looking for?
Is It Any Good?
This fun-filled family drama, directed and written by Nagesh Kukunoor, is a delightful journey across Rajasthan's deserts that weaves together childhood innocence, playfulness, and courage. Rainbow (titled Dhanak in Hindi) shows that faith and determination, sprinkled with some magic, can move sand dunes if not mountains. Not having anyone else but each other, Pari and Chotu bravely venture out on an adventure into the unknown. Their adorable sibling bond includes the typical teasing and bickering, and yet the two are inseparable. Chotu's mischief and Pari's determination -- amazingly delivered by both the child actors -- make the cinematic experience entertaining for kids and adults alike. Additionally, the movie features diverse soulful tunes and pans across Rajasthan in a really refreshing manner.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the ending of Rainbow. Did you mind how it ended? What do you think happened next?
Which characters displayed traits of courage, perseverance, and teamwork? Why are they such important character strengths to have?
Pari was convinced that her favorite actor would help her brother. Discuss why it's important to recognize the boundaries between ourselves and famous people. What are some of the issues blurring these lines can cause?
Movie Details
- In theaters : June 17, 2016
- On DVD or streaming : May 23, 2017
- Cast : Hetal Gada , Krrish Chhabria , Vipin Sharma
- Director : Nagesh Kukunoor
- Studio : PVR Pictures
- Genre : Drama
- Topics : Adventures , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Family Stories ( Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Courage , Perseverance , Teamwork
- Run time : 106 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : March 12, 2026
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