Dobara(2004)
Dobara (2004) is a Hindi-language drama film directed by Shashi Ranjan in his directorial debut. The film stars Jackie Shroff, Mahima Chaudhry, and Raveena Tandon in lead roles. The story follows Ranbir, a writer whose peaceful married life is disrupted when his schizophrenic ex-girlfriend Ziya reappears. The narrative explores the strain on his marriage as he tries to help Ziya while maintaining his relationship with his wife Anjali. The film is notable for addressing mental illness in a mainstream Bollywood context during the early 2000s. It received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for Raveena Tandon's performance as the troubled Ziya. Dobara was released in theatres on 16 July 2004.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2004
- Director
- Shashi Ranjan
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 15m 0
Storyline
Ranbir is a successful writer happily married to Anjali. Their peaceful life is shattered when his ex-girlfriend Ziya, who suffers from schizophrenia, returns believing they are still meant to be together. Ranbir must protect his marriage while finding a way to help Ziya without destroying everyone he loves.
“When the past comes back again”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Dobara
Cast reunions in this film: Jackie Shroff & Raveena Tandon (5 films together), and Raveena Tandon & Mahima Chaudhry (2 films together).