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Bhoothnath(2008)

150 minstheatrical

Bhoothnath is a 2008 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama fantasy film directed by Vivek Sharma. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan as the titular ghost, with Juhi Chawla, Shah Rukh Khan, and child actor Aman Siddiqui in lead roles. The story follows a young boy named Banku who befriends the lonely ghost of a former homeowner in Goa. The ghost initially tries to scare the family away but gradually forms a deep bond with the boy. The film blends elements of horror, comedy, and family drama. It received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise for Bachchan's performance and the emotional core. The film was a commercial success, grossing over ₹68 million worldwide. It was released on May 9, 2008, and is available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

Director:Vivek Sharma
Filmed In:Goa, India
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Hotstar, Prime Video, MX Player
Theatrical Release
9 May 2008
Director
Vivek Sharma
Runtime
2h 30m
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Storyline

A family moves into a haunted bungalow in Goa. The ghost living there wants them gone. But the family's young son, Banku, is not afraid. He befriends the grumpy ghost and changes his heart forever.

A ghost story with a heart.

Film Details

150Minutes
Language
UCertificate
Release Date9 May 2008
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsEin Geist zum Liebhaben · Bhootnath
Filmed InGoa, India

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

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Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Bhoothnath

Cast reunions in this film: Shahrukh Khan & Juhi Chawla (10 films together), Shahrukh Khan & Satish Shah (9 films together), Shahrukh Khan & Amitabh Bachchan (6 films together), Amitabh Bachchan & Rajpal Yadav (5 films together), Shahrukh Khan & Vishal–Shekhar (4 films together), and Shahrukh Khan & Rajpal Yadav (2 films together).

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