Badlapur
Badlapur

Badlapur

2015Movie134 minHindi

After his wife and son are killed, a young man finds out the man behind the murder and fights against him, along committing some big mistakes.

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IMDb7.4/10
Google Users85%
Director: Sriram RaghavanGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

Raghu, a seemingly ordinary man, embarks on a brutal and vengeful path of retribution against the perpetrators who destroyed his family. Over a span of 15 years, he meticulously hunts down those responsible, transforming from a grieving husband into a cold-blooded killer. The film explores the psychological toll of revenge and the blurred lines between justice and vengeance.

Critical Reception

Badlapur received critical acclaim for its dark and gritty narrative, intense performances, and Sriram Raghavan's masterful direction. While praised for its bold storytelling and non-linear structure, some critics noted its bleakness and violence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense performances, particularly from Varun Dhawan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.
  • Lauded for its dark, gripping narrative and masterful direction by Sriram Raghavan.
  • Acknowledged for its realistic portrayal of vengeance and its psychological impact.

Google audience: Audiences generally praised the film for its compelling story, strong performances, and gritty execution, finding it a thrilling and engaging crime drama.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor (Varun Dhawan) at the Filmfare Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's non-linear narrative structure was a deliberate choice by director Sriram Raghavan to keep the audience engaged and emphasize the passage of time in Raghu's quest for revenge.

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