Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 4 June 2021
- Director
- Gaurav Asri
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 20m
- Rating
- 2.9/10
Storyline
A man who is passionate about protecting cows faces a dilemma. He must choose between focusing on breeding cows or spreading his beliefs. This conflict explores his personal and ideological struggles.
“Cow love meets a wild dilemma.”
Film Details
2.9Rating
20Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date4 June 2021
Also Known AsDreams of illusion
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
funnyemotionalsatirical
Themes
identitycorruptionfamilyjustice
Tonesatirical
Pacingepisodic
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withfriends
Violence2
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1
J
Jatin NegiRajaram
→#2
M
Manushree MishraGaura
→#3
G
Gajnish VaidyaMishra
→#4
M
Maneesh TiwariParty Worker
→#5
V
Vivek PandeyParty Worker
→#6
D
Durjey SoniCrew
→#7
G
Gaurav AsriDirector
→#8
V
Vivek AsriCrew
→Trivia
- The film's title 'Cowmedy' is a pun blending 'cow' and 'comedy', reflecting its satirical take on cow vigilantism.
- Director Gaurav Asri also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from real-life social and political debates in India.
- It was primarily shot in rural Punjab, using local non-actors for many supporting roles to add authenticity.
- The film had a very limited theatrical release and gained more attention through streaming platforms post-release.
- A key plot device involves artificial insemination, used metaphorically to critique ideological extremism.
- The movie's poster intentionally mimics the style of old Bollywood comedy posters from the 1970s and 1980s.
- It was produced independently with a small budget, relying on crowdfunding and private investments.