Peepli Live is a satirical comedy-drama film directed by Anusha Rizvi and produced by Aamir Khan. It was released in 2010 and became a critical and commercial success.
The film revolves around the character of Natha, a poor farmer who lives in Peepli, a small village in rural India. Natha is struggling to repay a loan he took from a bank to buy seeds and fertilizers for his crop. When he learns that his land will be seized if he doesn't repay the loan, Natha becomes desperate and considers committing suicide to benefit from a government program that provides financial aid to the families of farmers who have taken their own lives.
Natha's decision to take his life becomes a media sensation, which attracts the attention of politicians, bureaucrats, activists, and journalists from across the country. Each of them has their own agenda and tries to exploit Natha's situation for personal gain. As the media frenzy escalates, the lines between reality and fiction blur, and Natha becomes a pawn in a larger political game.
The film takes a critical look at the issue of farmer suicides in India and the apathy of the government and the media towards the plight of rural farmers. It also satirizes the political circus that takes place during elections and the media's obsession with sensationalized news.
Peepli Live features an ensemble cast of talented actors, including Omkar Das Manikpuri, Raghuvir Yadav, Malaika Shenoy, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Shalini Vatsa. The film's screenplay, written by Anusha Rizvi and Mahendra Jakhar, is an excellent blend of humor and social commentary, making Peepli Live a must-watch for anyone interested in Indian cinema and social issues.