Halo is perhaps THE best children film I have ever seen. This is a story of a lonely girl Sasha, who lives with her father and her cousin sister, and longs for a good friend. One day a small puppy enters her house and gets very friendly with Sasha. Sasha thinks she has received the puppy from the God and names it HALO. But one day suddenly, the puppy disappears and then starts Sasha's search. The end is really very touching. The film is technically very well made by one of the greatest cinematographers of the world, Santosh Sivan. Along with that funny sequences in between make the film more interesting and watchable. Acting by Benaf Dadachanji (Sasha) is really award-winning. the film also features good performances by Sasha's father (the well known director Rajkumar Santoshi) and the bald child.
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Best Children Movie Made in Hindi
i-pankajp16 October 2016
I watched this movies first time some 20 years ago, ever since i am in love of this movie. An excellent cinematography showing the beautiful Mumbai life in full throttle. An excellent active by main characters specially the charm of the movie is the little girl Shasha. What a wonderful sotry line with a beautiful message in the end. A must watch for all. I watched this movie once again today with my seven years old daughter and could not control myself from posting the reviews for this movie on IMDb. A movies which is related to our childhood has such a sweet freshness that every time i watch this movie i fall in love with this movie again and again. Brilliant movie by Ace directory Mr. Santosh Sivam.
HALO, an underrated but beautiful children movie.
monty_lnct3 February 2010
i have seen this movie first when i was a child and it touched my heart,and i recently saw it again on t.v and i liked it more than i liked it before.
very beautiful movie with excellent cinematography.
very touching story revolves around world of a little innocent girl. ending of the movie gives a great finish to it,one of the most memorable ending scene i have ever scene.
this movie gives us a very different and pleasant feeling,take us to the world of innocence.
it is unfortunate that such good and creative movies remain unnoticed because of bad marketing.
this movie is suitable for all children from age of 8 to 80.
very beautiful movie with excellent cinematography.
very touching story revolves around world of a little innocent girl. ending of the movie gives a great finish to it,one of the most memorable ending scene i have ever scene.
this movie gives us a very different and pleasant feeling,take us to the world of innocence.
it is unfortunate that such good and creative movies remain unnoticed because of bad marketing.
this movie is suitable for all children from age of 8 to 80.
A bit dark for kids
SEXnSFX20 November 2004
Cute Movie abt a small girl(sasha) who has lost her pet puppy during the riots of 1993 in City Of MUMBAI, India.
The movie stars with many cute kids who are in awe with little puppy which is lost during riots in mumbai ( the worst it has ever seen).real dark movie but for kids ;)
Good movie for kids
gets 10 of 10 for creativity
rarity now a days for such movies to be made
Trivia: NO one was ready to release the movie coz it was for kids but the director put the money from his pocket for the movie to be released just coz he believed that it was a good movie.
i don't want to add spoilers so nothing much to be said here please go and watch the movie
The movie stars with many cute kids who are in awe with little puppy which is lost during riots in mumbai ( the worst it has ever seen).real dark movie but for kids ;)
Good movie for kids
gets 10 of 10 for creativity
rarity now a days for such movies to be made
Trivia: NO one was ready to release the movie coz it was for kids but the director put the money from his pocket for the movie to be released just coz he believed that it was a good movie.
i don't want to add spoilers so nothing much to be said here please go and watch the movie
A heart-touching tale of a girl and her lost puppy, another gem from santosh sivan
nikhilraj199019 May 2015
Rather than a review, this is an emotional outburst. For a long time, I wanted to express my feelings about this movie, but, as I watched this movie very long time ago, I forgot its name.
I watched this movie when I was a kid, I remember I cried after watching the ending. At that time, I was not aware that this movie was directed by acclaimed director Santosh Sivan.
In present time, where movies on children or their has feelings have became so rare in Bollywood. This movie is a blast form the past as well as a lesson for "commercial" cinema of bollywood.
Hats Off to Santosh.
A must watch for, everyone specially for fans of movie like Mr. India.
I watched this movie when I was a kid, I remember I cried after watching the ending. At that time, I was not aware that this movie was directed by acclaimed director Santosh Sivan.
In present time, where movies on children or their has feelings have became so rare in Bollywood. This movie is a blast form the past as well as a lesson for "commercial" cinema of bollywood.
Hats Off to Santosh.
A must watch for, everyone specially for fans of movie like Mr. India.
This low budget movie is ahead of its time
naveennbhat13 December 2020
The cinematography and editing was way ahead of its time. The child actors did a fairly decent job. I watched this as a kid and it left a lasting impression on me. I rewatched it in my 30s now and its still as effective. The final scene is tear inducing. Also, the title song used to be one of my favourites growing up. A must watch!
One of best cinema I have seen
sandeepakamomu1 March 2024
This will go down in my top 50 cinema ever.
Halo is a beautiful and simple story of a little girl's coming of age.
Directed by Santosh Sivan this is such an underrated gem that I am shocked and applauded that it is not popular.
This is a masterpiece that many people should watch. The end of the movie makes it an unforgettable experience.
Do yourself a favor watch this movie before the sands of time bury this movie.
This film won best cinema by Filmfare in critic section and won a national award for best children film.
We have a child in us. Go watch it. Watch with entire family. Rarely do we come across films like this.
Halo is a beautiful and simple story of a little girl's coming of age.
Directed by Santosh Sivan this is such an underrated gem that I am shocked and applauded that it is not popular.
This is a masterpiece that many people should watch. The end of the movie makes it an unforgettable experience.
Do yourself a favor watch this movie before the sands of time bury this movie.
This film won best cinema by Filmfare in critic section and won a national award for best children film.
We have a child in us. Go watch it. Watch with entire family. Rarely do we come across films like this.
Made me emotional
Rosyglow31 January 2023
I first watched it when I was around 8 and it made me very sad to know the little girl lost her puppy. I wouldn't spoil it. But when I watched it as an adult, I was able to appreciate it more. It's like watching it from the eyes of a child. I love the style of directing , the dialogues, the silly and goofy song and camera angles. It all works in favor of it's story telling. Really , give it a watch. You wouldn't be disappointed. It will make your heart warm. It wilI make you nostalgic (if you are an Indian 90s kid). I still haven't fulfilled my dream of adopting a dog and naming it Halo, hopefully someday.
A simple, beautiful movie
shaheenjuby3 November 2022
A very underrated movie which current generation hardly knows. Love, Innocence and Sacrifice portrayed in the most simple and beautiful langauge. The climax always make me cry. Performance of actors, Cinematography and Direction are top notch. One of the best works of Santosh Sivan. Especially the protagonist who portrayed the role of Sasha, her companion bald boy, the oldage couples, everyone played their roles perfectly.
This movie should be shown to children at least once. I request governments to screen this movie to all schools during events or festivals. Not only kids, but adults should also watch this movie.
This movie should be shown to children at least once. I request governments to screen this movie to all schools during events or festivals. Not only kids, but adults should also watch this movie.
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