The Roshans REVIEW: Rakesh, Rajesh & Hrithik Roshan starrer celebrates this legendary Bollywood family and their passion for cinema

Film:
The Roshans

Directors: Shashi Ranjan

Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Rakesh Roshan, Rajesh Roshan

Editor: Geeta Singh

Runtime: 40 to 55-minute per episode

Platform: Netflix

The Roshans Review

What Works

The illustrious legacy of one of India’s most iconic film families comes to life in the upcoming docu-series The Roshans, a captivating portrayal of a family that has profoundly influenced Indian cinema. This intimate journey explores the remarkable lives of the Roshan family, revealing tales of triumph, tragedy, and an unyielding spirit. The best part of this docu-series if compared to Yash Raj Chopra’s The Romantics is that every episode talks about these individuals.

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Starting with Roshan Lal Nagrath, who created timeless classics. The story continues with his sons—Rakesh Roshan and Rajesh Roshan—who emerged from the shadows of their father’s legacy to forge their paths. The narrative culminates with his grandson, Hrithik Roshan, who continues to win hearts around the globe, celebrating a legacy marked by resilience.

What Doesn’t Work

What we wished more of was seeing more actors recalling memories with the Roshans. The episodes are not of equal length (40 to 55 minutes). The editing is not on point it could have been improved. A little more finesse could have made the viewing experience better.

Technical Analysis

Story

The series opens with Hrithik Roshan recounting the transformation of their family surname from Nagrath to Roshan. It can be viewed as a heartfelt tribute to his grandfather’s legacy. The trailer also featured emotional tributes from notable celebrities. Shah Rukh Khan expresses admiration for the family, and Ranbir Kapoor describes Hrithik as a phenomenon.

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Expect to see pivotal moments from the family’s history, such as Rakesh Roshan’s shooting incident and Hrithik’s evolution to a global superstar. The series highlights the emotional narrative of how the family name evolved from Nagrath to Roshan. It reflects the hard work of the late Roshan Lal Nagrath. Legendary singer Asha Bhosle commends the Roshans, noting the rarity of one family producing four exceptional artists. Other celebrities appearing in the series include Anil Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Sonu Nigam, Vicky Kaushal, and Preity Zinta.

Direction

Directed by Shashi Ranjan, the documentary will delve into the rich history of the Roshan family, tracing back to the patriarch, the musical maestro Roshan. The series highlights his sons—filmmaker Rakesh Roshan and music composer Rajesh Roshan. The family legacy extends to Rakesh’s son, superstar Hrithik Roshan. This docu-series exceptionally composes how the family is living with three generations in diverse fields of music, acting and direction. Even with such stardom, and legacy, the members remain extremely humble.

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Conclusion

The Roshans is not just a narrative. It’s a celebration of how the family has endured through the highs of musical triumphs and box office successes, and the lows of challenging times. They have remained united, continuing to light up the screen and our hearts. The Roshans promises to be an emotional journey through Hindi cinema’s golden eras, featuring unseen moments and stories behind Bollywood’s beloved family. While the documentary does shed light on each Roshan, the last episode puts Hrithik as the prime focus drifting attention from Rakesh and Rajesh.

This documentary has been directed and co-produced by Shashi Ranjan. It combines candid interviews, archival footage, and a thorough exploration of how Roshan Lal, a music maestro, laid the foundation for an artistic dynasty. The series is set to premiere on Netflix on January 17, 2025.

Hope our The Roshans review helps you decide if you should watch the show.

Watch the trailer of The Roshans here:

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