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2006122 minDrama

The Namesake

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Is The Namesake worth watching? With a rating of 6.7/10, this Drama film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Namesake Synopsis

After moving from Calcutta to New York, members of the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their native India and blending into American culture. Although parents Ashoke and Ashima are proud of the sacrifices they make to give their children opportunities, their son Gogol strives to forge his own identity without forgetting his heritage.

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Top Cast

Kal Penn
Kal PennGogol / Nikhil
Irrfan Khan
Irrfan KhanAshoke Ganguli
Tabu
TabuAshima Ganguli
Jacinda Barrett
Jacinda BarrettMaxine Ratliffe
Zuleikha Robinson
Zuleikha RobinsonMoushumi Mazoomdar
Ruma Guha Thakurta
Ruma Guha ThakurtaAshoke's Mother
Sabyasachi Chakraborty
Sabyasachi ChakrabortyAshima's Father
Sahira Nair
Sahira NairSonali Ganguli
Supriya Choudhury
Supriya ChoudhuryAshima's Grandmother
Jhumpa Lahiri
Jhumpa LahiriJhumpa Mashi

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Is The Namesake worth watching?

The Namesake has received mixed reviews with a 6.7/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is The Namesake hit or flop?

The Namesake has received average ratings (6.7/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Namesake?

The Namesake is a Drama movie that After moving from Calcutta to New York, members of the Ganguli family maintain a delicate balancing act between honoring the traditions of their nativ...

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