Kapoor & Sons(2016)
Kapoor & Sons is a 2016 Hindi family comedy-drama directed by Shakun Batra. The film stars Rishi Kapoor, Rajat Kapoor, Ratna Pathak Shah, Fawad Khan, Sidharth Malhotra, and Alia Bhatt. Set in the hill station of Coonoor, the story follows the Kapoor family as they reunite for the 90th birthday of their patriarch. Beneath the surface of a perfect family lies hidden secrets, unresolved conflicts, and broken relationships. The film was praised for its honest portrayal of family dynamics and its blend of humor and emotion. Produced by Dharma Productions on a budget of ₹28 crore, it earned over ₹148 crore worldwide and was declared a blockbuster. It is available for streaming on Netflix.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Netflix, Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 18 March 2016
- Director
- Shakun Batra
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Rating
- 7.7/10
Storyline
Two estranged brothers return to their family home in Coonoor for their grandfather's birthday. One is a successful writer hiding his sexuality. The other is a struggling writer hiding his failures. Their parents' marriage is falling apart. The grandfather just wants one perfect family photo. Secrets unravel and the family must decide if they can stay together.
“Family is messy. Love is messy. That's okay.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kapoor & Sons
Cast reunions in this film: Sidharth Malhotra & Alia Bhatt (2 films together), and Sidharth Malhotra & Amaal Mallik (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title was originally 'Kapoor & Sons: Since 1921' to reflect the family's long history.
- The grandfather's prosthetic makeup took over 10 hours to apply and was done by Hollywood artist Greg Cannom.
- The house shown in the film is a real family home in Coonoor, not a set, which added to the authentic feel.
- A special screening was held for the real Kapoor family, including Rishi and Neetu Kapoor, before release.
- The film subtly includes a scene where a character reads a book titled 'The Price of Salt', a nod to LGBTQ+ literature.
- It was one of the first mainstream Hindi films to show a gay character without stereotypes or tragic endings.
- The movie was shot in sequence to help the actors naturally develop their family dynamics on screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
News & Stories
After the smashing hit party song Kar Gayi Chull, Kapoor & Sons are back for round two with the next big dance track of the year - Let's Nacho! This up-tempo, high-energy song from Karan Johar's upcom…
