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Guns of Banaras(2020)

4.7/10
Hindi135 mins

Guns of Banaras (2020) is a 135-minute Hindi film directed by Shekkar Suri. Starring Karan Nath, Nathalia Kaur and Vinod Khanna. With an audience rating of 4.7/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Guns of Banaras stands as one of the notable Hindi releases of 2020.

Director:Shekkar Suri
Mood:
darksuspensefulemotional
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 28 Feb 2020

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
28 February 2020
Theatrical Release
28 February 2020
Director
Shekkar Suri
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 15m
GudVibe Rating
4.7/10

Storyline

A man named Guddu Shukla tries to reclaim his prized vehicle, which means a lot to him. He and his friends end up crossing paths with the most dangerous criminals in the city of Banaras. Their quest for the vehicle leads them into serious trouble.

A stolen car ignites a war in the holy city.

Film Details

4.7Rating
135Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date28 February 2020

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefulemotional
Themes
revengesurvivalcorruptionfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title was originally announced as 'Guns of Banaras: The Legend of Guddu Shukla' before being shortened.
  • It was shot extensively on location in Varanasi, capturing real ghats and narrow lanes for authenticity.
  • Actor Karan Patel, known for TV roles, made a rare big-screen appearance as a supporting character.
  • The movie faced multiple release delays, finally premiering directly on an OTT platform instead of theaters.
  • Director Shekar Suri cited classic Hindi revenge dramas as a key influence on the film's gritty tone.
  • A vintage motorcycle features prominently as a plot device, with the crew sourcing it locally in Uttar Pradesh.
  • The soundtrack includes a devotional track referencing the city's famous Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Guns of Banaras

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