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Kaun(1999)

6.0/10
Hindi90 mins

Kaun (1999) is a 90-minute Hindi film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. Starring Mazhar Kamran, Sandeep Chowta and Mukesh Udeshi. With an audience rating of 6.0/10, Kaun stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 1999.

Mood:
darksuspensefuldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 January 1999
Director
Ram Gopal Varma
Language
Hindi
Runtime
1h 30m
GudVibe Rating
6.0/10

Storyline

A woman is home alone when she hears a news report about a serial killer. A stranger then rings her doorbell, leaving her trapped inside and terrified of who might be outside.

A stranger at the door. A killer on the news.

Film Details

6.0Rating
90Minutes
HindiLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date1 January 1999
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleकौन
Also Known AsEvaru · Kaun 1999

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefuldisturbing
Themes
survivalidentity
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 10 days, mostly in a single house in Mumbai.
  • It was originally conceived as a stage play before being adapted into a film.
  • The entire cast has only three actors: Urmila Matondkar, Manoj Bajpayee, and Sushant Singh.
  • The film's title 'Kaun?' translates to 'Who?' in English, reflecting its mystery theme.
  • Director Ram Gopal Varma reportedly wanted to create a feeling of claustrophobia, so he avoided outdoor scenes.
  • The film's tense background score was composed by Sandeep Chowta, who also worked on Varma's 'Satya'.
  • Despite its low budget, the film later gained a strong cult following for its suspenseful plot.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Kaun

Frequently Asked Questions