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Hindi CINEMA · 2006
Rang De Basanti
रंग दे बसंती
A Generation Awakens
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Overview
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.
A closer look
Rang De Basanti (2006) is a Hindi-language Indian movie. Genres: Comedy, Drama, History, Romance. Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. The cast includes Aamir Khan, Siddharth, Kunal Kapoor, Sharman Joshi. Runtime: 157 minutes.
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Rang De Basanti FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Rang De Basanti?
Rang De Basanti is listed as a Hindi-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Rang De Basanti?
Our source metadata lists 26 January 2006. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Rang De Basanti?
The listed director is Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.
Who is in the cast of Rang De Basanti?
The available cast credits include Aamir Khan, Siddharth, Kunal Kapoor, Sharman Joshi, Atul Kulkarni. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Rang De Basanti?
The recorded runtime is 157 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Rang De Basanti?
The source lists these genres: Comedy, Drama, History, Romance.
What is the original title of Rang De Basanti?
The original title in our source data is रंग दे बसंती. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Rang De Basanti about?
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.
Is a trailer available for Rang De Basanti?
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