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Baby(2015)

7.6/10
Hindi159 minstheatrical

Baby is a 2015 Indian Hindi-language spy action thriller film written and directed by Neeraj Pandey. It stars Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Rana Daggubati, Danny Denzongpa, Taapsee Pannu, Kay Kay Menon, and Mikaal Zulfiqar. The story follows an elite counter-intelligence unit named Baby that works to prevent terrorist attacks in India. The team operates in the shadows, using covert methods to track and eliminate threats. The film was praised for its realistic action sequences, tight screenplay, and strong performances. It grossed over ₹1.43 billion worldwide and was a commercial success. Baby was released on 23 January 2015.

Director:Neeraj Pandey
Filmed In:Greater Noida, Nepal, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul
Mood:
suspensefulintensedark
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Hotstar, Prime Video, YouTube
Theatrical Release
23 January 2015
Director
Neeraj Pandey
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 39m
Rating
7.6/10

Storyline

After the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, a secret task force called Baby is formed. Officer Ajay Singh Rajput leads a mission to stop a series of terrorist plots. He must track down a dangerous terrorist named Bilal Khan and his mastermind Maulana Rehman. The team travels across countries to bring them to justice.

The nation's secret weapon.

Film Details

7.6Rating
159Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date23 January 2015
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsबेबीBaby · Baby
Filmed InGreater Noida, Nepal, Abu Dhabi, Istanbul

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulintensedark
Themes
survivaljusticecorruptionpatriotism
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion3
Humor1
Rewatchability4

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Baby

Cast reunions in this film: Anupam Kher & Akshay Kumar (15 films together), Anupam Kher & Danny Denzongpa (7 films together), Taapsee Pannu & Rana Daggubati (4 films together), Anupam Kher & Neeraj Pandey (4 films together), Taapsee Pannu & Akshay Kumar (3 films together), and Anupam Kher & Kay Kay Menon (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Baby' refers to the code name for the secret counter-terrorism unit in the movie.
  • Actor Akshay Kumar performed many of his own stunts, including a complex fight scene in a narrow Istanbul alley.
  • Director Neeraj Pandey shot the entire film in a schedule of just 65 days across multiple countries.
  • The character of Bilal, played by actor Kay Kay Menon, was inspired by real-life intercepted terrorists.
  • A minor but pivotal role was initially offered to another actor before Anupam Kher was finalized.
  • The movie's climax was filmed at the real Abandoned Village of Al-Hijr (Madain Salih) in Saudi Arabia.
  • Despite being an action thriller, the film had no background score during its tense interrogation scenes to increase realism.

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