Zeher(2005)
Zeher (2005) is a Hindi-language mystery thriller film directed by Mohit Suri in his directorial debut and produced by Mahesh Bhatt. The film stars Emraan Hashmi, Shamita Shetty, and Udita Goswami. The story follows Siddharth Mehra, a Goa police officer who steals drug money to help his married lover, only to find himself framed for her murder. The film is an adaptation of the 2003 American film Out of Time. Zeher was moderately successful at the box office and is noted for its soundtrack, which sold over 1.8 million units in 2005. The song 'Agar Tum Mil Jao' became a major hit. The film was released on 25 March 2005.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2005
- Director
- Mohit Suri
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Rating
- 5.3/10
Storyline
A Goa police officer, Siddharth, is trapped in a failing marriage and a secret affair. When his lover claims she is dying of cancer, he steals drug money to save her. But she dies in a fire that same night, and all evidence points to him. He must find the real killer before his wife, the investigating officer, arrests him.
“Love can be the deadliest poison.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Zeher
Cast reunions in this film: Emraan Hashmi & Mukesh Bhatt (12 films together), Mahesh Bhatt & Mukesh Bhatt (11 films together), Mohit Suri & Mithoon Sharma (7 films together), Mohit Suri & Emraan Hashmi (6 films together), Mohit Suri & Mukesh Bhatt (6 films together), and Mahesh Bhatt & Mohit Suri (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Zeher' means 'poison' in Hindi, reflecting the toxic relationships in the story.
- It was the first major film role for actress Shamita Shetty, who played Anna.
- The movie was shot in just 45 days to keep production costs low.
- Director Mohit Suri was only 23 years old when he directed this film.
- The soundtrack became a hit, with the song 'Woh Lamhe' gaining particular popularity.
- The film was inspired by Hollywood thrillers but adapted for an Indian audience.
- It performed well at the box office, helping establish Mohit Suri as a director.