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Guns of Banaras(2020)

4.7/10
Hindi135 mins

In the process of getting back his beloved vehicle that gave him everything he needed, Guddu Shukla and his friends get into major trouble with the most dangerous criminals in Banaras.

Director:Shekkar Suri
Mood:
darksuspensefulemotional

Quick Facts

Streaming on
VI Movies and TV, Amazon Prime Video, ShemarooMe, Airtel Xstream Play
OTT Release Date
28 February 2020
Theatrical Release
28 February 2020
Director
Shekkar Suri
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 15m
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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

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

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Guns of Banaras

Cast reunions in this film: Abhimanyu Singh & Nathalia Kaur (2 films together), Shilpa Shirodkar & Mohan Agashe (2 films together), and Shilpa Shirodkar & Tej Sapru (2 films together).

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.

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