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Te3n(2016)

7.0/10
Hindi136 minstheatrical

Te3n is a 2016 Indian Hindi-language psychological thriller film directed by Ribhu Dasgupta. The cast includes Amitabh Bachchan, Vidya Balan, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The story follows John Biswas, a grandfather who has spent eight years searching for his granddaughter's killer. When a second child is kidnapped in the same manner, a police officer and a former investigator join his quest. The film is a remake of the 2013 South Korean film Montage. It received positive reviews for its performances and atmospheric direction. Te3n was released on 10 June 2016. It is available for streaming on Netflix.

Filmed In:Kolkata, India
Mood:
darksuspensefulemotional
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
VI Movies and TV, Prime Video, Sony LIV
Theatrical Release
10 June 2016
Director
Ribhu Dasgupta
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 16m
Rating
7.0/10

Storyline

John Biswas lost his granddaughter Angela to a kidnapper eight years ago. The case was never solved. He still visits the police station every day. When another child goes missing in the exact same way, John believes the killer has returned. He teams up with a police officer and a former cop turned priest to find the truth before it is too late.

Some wounds never heal.

Film Details

7.0Rating
136Minutes
HindiLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date10 June 2016
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsTe3n · Teen
Filmed InKolkata, India

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefulemotional
Themes
justicefamilysurvivalcorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withalone
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
Amitabh Bachchan, Actor in Te3n
Amitabh BachchanJohn Biswas
#2
Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Actor in Te3n
Nawazuddin SiddiquiFather Martin Das
#3
Vidya Balan, Actor in Te3n
Vidya BalanSarita Sarkar
#4
P
Padmavati RaoNancy Biswas
#5
T
Tota Roy ChowdhuryPeter Roy, Angela's Father
#6
A
Arun SahaLMO Clerk
#7
Prakash Belawadi, Actor in Te3n
Prakash BelawadiKumar
#8
S
Sabyasachi ChakrabortyManohar
#9
S
Sabyasachi ChakrabartyManohar Sinha
#10
M
Mukesh ChhabraTariq (Estate Agent)
#11
R
Ribhu DasguptaDirector
#12
A
Aniruddh TanwarCrew
#13
B
Bijesh JayarajanCrew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Te3n

Cast reunions in this film: Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Amitabh Bachchan (3 films together), Vidya Balan & Amitabh Bachchan (3 films together), Vidya Balan & Clinton Cerejo (2 films together), and Amitabh Bachchan & Clinton Cerejo (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film is an official adaptation of the 2013 South Korean film 'Montage'.
  • Amitabh Bachchan performed many of his own stunts, including a chase sequence on Kolkata's Howrah Bridge.
  • The film's title 'Te3n' is stylized to represent the three main characters and the three timelines in the story.
  • It was shot extensively on location in Kolkata, using many real streets and neighborhoods to create a gritty feel.
  • The child actor who plays the missing girl, Sana, was discovered through a casting call in Kolkata.
  • The film's music was composed by Clinton Cerejo, known for his work in advertising and alternative music.
  • Despite critical praise, the film had a modest box office performance in India.

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