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Bombay(1995)

7.9/10
Hindi141 mins

Bombay (1995) is a 141-minute Hindi film directed by Mani Ratnam. Starring Arvind Swamy and Manisha Koirala. With an audience rating of 7.9/10 and a blockbuster verdict at the box office, Bombay stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 1995.

Director:Mani Ratnam
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Netflix
OTT Release Date
28 April 1996
Theatrical Release
11 March 1995
Director
Mani Ratnam
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 21m
GudVibe Rating
7.9/10

Storyline

An ambitious romantic drama examines interfaith love when a Hindu journalist falls for a Muslim woman, their relationship becoming a battleground for communal tensions and family opposition. Through the couple's struggle against societal prejudice, the narrative becomes a powerful critique of communal violence and the capacity of individual love to transcend religious divisions. The film explores whether personal happiness justifies challenging deeply held communal beliefs and family structures. Through explosive climax and emotional intensity, it celebrates courage while acknowledging the personal toll of defying societal expectations.

When love becomes a revolution

Film Details

7.9Rating
141Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date11 March 1995

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Trivia

  • Released October 28, 1995, directed by Mani Ratnam
  • Achieved critical acclaim for its bold examination of interfaith relationships
  • Featured Shah Rukh Khan and Manisha Koirala with powerful emotional performances
  • Won National Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi
  • Demonstrated Tamil cinema director's successful collaboration with Hindi cinema

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