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Movie Overview
Rang De Basanti is a Comedy, Drama, History, Romance film. It has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10, based on 459 votes.
Directed by: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra
Produced by: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Ronnie Screwvala, David Reid, Adam Bohling, P S Shyam
Storyline
After a group of friends graduate from Delhi University, they listlessly haunt their old campus, until a British filmmaker casts them in a film she's making about freedom fighters under British rule. Although the group is largely apolitical, the tragic death of a friend owing to local government corruption awakens their patriotism. Inspired by the freedom fighters they represent in the film, the friends collectively decide to avenge the killing.
Quick Facts
Release Date | 2006-01-26 |
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Runtime | 157 minutes |
Budget | $2,200,000 |
Box Office | $11,502,151 |
Languages | English, हिन्दी, ਪੰਜਾਬੀ |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
Actor | Character |
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Aamir Khan | Daljit 'DJ' Singh |
Siddharth | Karan Singhania |
Kunal Kapoor | Aslam Khan |
Sharman Joshi | Sukhi |
Atul Kulkarni | Laxman Pandey |
Alice Patten | Sue McKinley |
Soha Ali Khan | Sonia |
R. Madhavan | Ajay Rathod |
Waheeda Rehman | Mrs. Rathod |
Kirron Kher | Mitro |
Production Details
Production Companies | UTV Motion Pictures, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Pictures |
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Filming Locations | India |
Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10, based on 459 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Comedy, Drama, History, Romance, Rang De Basanti is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.