PK

PK follows a strange traveler who lands in a busy city with nothing but a curious mind and a stubborn honesty. From the start, he questions beliefs and customs with simple, direct observations that unsettle the complacent. He doesn’t mean to offend, he just looks for straight answers about why people behave the way they do. His fresh perspective shakes up friends and strangers alike, turning everyday routines into moments of humor and reflection. As he bonds with a TV photographer and a quirky village of locals, he begins to see how love, trust and letting go can change a person. The film blends warmth with satire to examine faith, identity and belonging. It also humorously challenges blind certainties daily.

Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, PK comes from an original screenplay by Hirani and Abhijat Joshi. Released in 2014, the film blends social satire with humanist warmth and a clear eye for contemporary Indian life. Visuals and performances help it connect.

PK grossed about 118,920,000 worldwide against a budget of 13,000,000, a strong return that highlighted its broad appeal across audiences in India and overseas, attracting families and first-time viewers alike in additional markets including the Middle East and Africa globally.

PK left a lasting imprint on popular culture by satirizing ritualism and the politics of belief while keeping the human core front and center. Its memorable scenes and Aamir Khan's decisive performance sparked conversation online and in media about faith, belonging, and personal freedom. It resonated beyond India, too. Globally.

Critically, PK was praised for balancing humor with a thoughtful critique of how society treats belief and identity. Reviewers highlighted its warmth, the performances, and Hirani's deft mix of satire and empathy, while noting questions about religion that feel timely and humane. Critics noted its humane tone and thoughtful pacing.