31st October(2016)
Hindi102 mins
31st October is an Indian Hindi-language film written and directed by National Award Winner, Shivaji Lotan Patil with assistance of Amol Kagne. The film, based on a true story, is the first Bollywood film to focus on the aftermath of Indira Gandhi's assassination, which occurred on 31 October 1984. Starring Vir Das and Soha Ali Khan.
Director:Shivaji Lotan Patil
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- WatchO, JioHotstar, YuppTV
- Theatrical Release
- 21 October 2016
- Director
- Shivaji Lotan Patil
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
After the prime minister's assassination in 1984, politicians stir up violence against Sikhs. Devender Singh and his family are trapped in their home as their city erupts. Three Hindu friends risk a dangerous journey across town to try and rescue them, confronting horrific violence and their own fears along the way.
“A family trapped. Three friends race against hate.”
Film Details
6.3Rating
102Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date21 October 2016
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
survivalcorruptionfamilyfriendship
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title refers to the date of Indira Gandhi's assassination, which triggered the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
- Lead actor Vir Das, known for comedy, took a serious dramatic role as Devender Singh.
- Director Shivaji Lotan Patil previously worked as an assistant director on the historical epic 'Jodhaa Akbar'.
- The movie faced challenges during release due to its sensitive subject matter about communal violence.
- It was shot extensively in Delhi to capture the real locations of the 1984 events.
- The film's climax was inspired by true stories of Hindus helping Sikh families during the riots.
- Producer Harry Sachdeva stated the film aimed to show humanity's resilience, not just violence.