Anupam Sharma’s ‘UnIndian’ explores themes of romance and cultural exchange. The film’s plot centers on a romantic relationship between a single mother, played by Tannishtha Chatterjee, and Brett Lee. One of the memorable scenes is when Lee’s character comes out of Chatterjee’s character’s bedroom and has an encounter with her parents. The film’s structure mirrors the conventions of Bollywood cinema. The storyline follows Mira’s life as a single mother in Melbourne and her relationship with Will, portrayed by Lee. The film tries to integrate Bollywood elements into Lee’s character. The movie has an excess of stereotypes, which affects different cultures. Lee’s acting in the film is viewed as unremarkable, except during the intimate scenes. The casting of Chatterjee and Lee is perceived as a mismatch, making the romantic plot difficult to accept. The film is criticized for being clichéd. Tannishtha Chatterjee’s role as Meera is considered a key departure from the characters she has played before. The love-making scene was edited by the Censor Board. Chatterjee said Lee was a professional with a sense of humor. Both Chatterjee and Lee also took part in a Bollywood song. Chatterjee, who has starred in films with actors like Jude Law and Keira Knightley, appreciated working with Lee. Chatterjee enjoyed playing an urban character. There are good performances in the movie, and the director encouraged the actors to interact before the shooting began. The film’s core message highlights the essence of romance and cross-cultural exchange through its Bollywood-style approach.
