Aggar(2007)
Aggar (2007) is a Hindi-language romantic thriller film directed by Anant Mahadevan. The cast includes Tusshar Kapoor, Udita Goswami, and Shreyas Talpade. The story follows Aryan, a man released from a mental asylum after accidentally killing his girlfriend. He starts a new job at an event management company and begins an affair with his boss, Janhavi, who is married to his psychiatrist. The film explores themes of betrayal, guilt, and obsession. It received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its plot and performances but criticism for its pacing. Aggar was a commercial failure at the box office. It was released on 14 September 2007.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2007
- Director
- Anant Mahadevan
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
Aryan is haunted by guilt after accidentally killing his girlfriend. He gets a second chance when a psychiatrist helps him leave a mental asylum. He falls for a married woman named Janhavi. But when she tries to end their affair, his obsession turns deadly. Aryan must choose between moving on or seeking revenge.
“Love can drive you insane.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Aggar
Cast reunions in this film: Shreyas Talpade & Tusshar Kapoor (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Aggar' means 'if' in Urdu, hinting at the story's themes of choices and consequences.
- It was one of the few Bollywood thrillers of its time to center on a female protagonist's psychological conflict.
- The movie was shot extensively in Mauritius, using its scenic locations to contrast with the dark plot.
- Director Ananth Mahadevan is also a noted film critic and stage actor, bringing a different perspective to this thriller.
- The film's music was composed by Daboo Malik, brother of famous music director Anu Malik.
- Despite its thriller genre, the film's soundtrack included a popular romantic song 'Tere Bina' sung by Sonu Nigam.
- Actor Priyanshu Chatterjee, who played Aryan, was primarily known for romantic roles before this antagonistic part.