Phamous(2018)
Hindi114 mins
An epic journey of love in Chambal, amongst the clash of power and the roar of guns.
Director:Karan Butani
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Phamous is streaming on Plex and ShemarooMe since 1 June 2018.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Plex, ShemarooMe, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play
- OTT Release Date
- 1 June 2018
- Theatrical Release
- 1 June 2018
- Director
- Karan Butani
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Rating
- 4.0/10
Storyline
A Crime, Drama, Romance film released in 2018. An epic journey of love in Chambal, amongst the clash of power and the roar of guns.... The narrative explores complex themes and character development, delivering meaningful entertainment.
“Love ignites a war in the heart of bandit country.”
Film Details
4.0Rating
114Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date1 June 2018
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Where to Watch
PL
PlexFree
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SH
ShemarooMeSubscription
Available from 1 Jun 2018
N
NetflixSubscription
₹149 / monthAvailable from 1 Jun 2018
P
PrimeSubscription
30 Days FreeThen ₹299 / monthAvailable from 1 Jun 2018
AI
Airtel Xstream PlaySubscription
Included with Airtel plans₹149 / monthAvailable from 1 Jun 2018
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovecorruptionrevengefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Phamous
Cast reunions in this film: Jackie Shroff & Kay Kay Menon (4 films together), Mahie Gill & Jimmy Shergill (3 films together), and Mahie Gill & Kay Kay Menon (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot in the real Chambal valley, known for its dacoit history, to capture authentic landscapes.
- Director Karan Lalit Butani is the son of veteran filmmaker Lalit Butani, making this a father-son production venture.
- Actor Jimmy Sheirgill, who plays a key role, had previously starred in several films set in rural North India.
- The movie's title 'Phamous' is a playful twist on the word 'famous', highlighting the notoriety of its characters.
- Despite its ensemble cast, the film had a limited theatrical release and flew under the radar for many audiences.
- The soundtrack includes a song composed by Rana Mazumder, blending traditional folk sounds with modern music.
- Some scenes required local residents as extras to add realism to the Chambal setting.