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Rustom(2016)

7.2/10
Hindi150 mins

Rustom (2016) is a 150-minute Hindi film directed by Tinu Suresh Desai. With an audience rating of 7.2/10 and a hit, 127+ crores verdict at the box office, Rustom stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2016.

Mood:
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Zee5, Prime Video
Theatrical Release
12 August 2016
Director
Tinu Suresh Desai
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 30m
GudVibe Rating
7.2/10

Storyline

A naval officer returns home to discover his wife had an affair with a wealthy businessman. He confronts and kills the man, then immediately surrenders to the police. In court, he pleads not guilty, puzzling both the victim's sister and the legal officials handling his case.

An innocent man confesses to murder.

Film Details

7.2Rating
150Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date12 August 2016
Also Known AsRustom · 루스탐

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulemotionaldark
Themes
justicecorruptionloverevenge
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film is loosely based on the real-life 1959 Nanavati case, which also inspired the 1963 film 'Yeh Rastey Hain Pyar Ke'.
  • Akshay Kumar reportedly did not charge his usual fee for the film, opting instead for a share of the profits.
  • The film's courtroom scenes were shot in a real Mumbai courtroom to add authenticity.
  • It was the third highest-grossing Indian film of 2016, earning over ₹200 crore worldwide.
  • The film's title 'Rustom' is a Persian name meaning 'brave' or 'hero,' reflecting the protagonist's naval background.
  • Director Tinu Suresh Desai made his Hindi film debut with this movie after working in regional cinema.
  • The film's success led to a special screening for the Indian Navy, acknowledging its portrayal of an officer.

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