Uunchai (transl. Height) is a 2022 Indian Hindi-language adventure drama film directed by Sooraj Barjatya and produced by Rajshri Productions, Boundless Media and Mahaveer Jain Films. The film stars an ensemble cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Danny Denzongpa, Parineeti Chopra, Neena Gupta and Sarika.
Uunchai was announced in October 2021. The principal photography commenced in October 2021 itself and ended in April 2022, followed by post-production works. The film’s music is composed by Amit Trivedi. Uunchai was theatrically released on 11 November 2022, to generally positive reviews from critics.
Three aged friends take a trek to the Everest Base Camp, to fulfil their fourth friend’s last wish. A simple trek turns out to be a personal, emotional and spiritual journey as they battle their physical limitations and discover the true meaning of freedom.
