Storyline

Provoked is the true story of Kiranjit Ahluwalia, a Punjabi woman who moved to London after her marriage with Deepak Ahluwalia. Her husband seemed caring at first but then began to beat her up. He started drinking a lot and sleeping around with other women. he also subjected her to spousal rape. After ten years and having two children with him, out of fear, she sets him on fire while he is sleeping, two hours after another scene of domestic violence. He succumbs to the injuries and she is sentenced to life in prison for premeditated murder. However the Southall Black Sisters, an NGO organization which fights against domestic violence, helps her get justice. And after spending 3 1/2 years in jail, she is set free and reunited with her two children.—A. Bose

Plot Keywords

young man, young woman, husband, wife, mother, family member, shocking, brutal, chilling, disturbing, moving, powerful, india, city, united kingdom, house, police station, jail, arranged marriage, husband/wife relationship, domestic violence, violence against women, murder, quest, pursuit, transformation, rise, fall, 2000s

Short Review

Despite being based on a true story, the film's presentation is overly dramatic and the characters seem too stereotypical.

Trailer

Streaming Service

1. Amazon Video : Rent from $1.99, Or $0.00 with a Prime membership