Talvar (2015)

An experienced investigator confronts several conflicting theories about the perpetrators of a violent double homicide.

Director:

Meghna Gulzar

Writers:

Vishal Bhardwaj, Aditya Nimbalkar (associate writer)

Stars:

Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neeraj Kabi

Top Rated Indian Movies #63 | 10 wins & 16 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Irrfan Khan	...	Ashwin Kumar
Konkona Sen Sharma	...	Nutan Tandon
Neeraj Kabi	...	Ramesh Tandon
Sohum Shah	...	ACP Vedant Mishra
Atul Kumar	...	Paul
Gajraj Rao	...	Inspector Dhaniram
Prakash Belawadi	...	Ramashankar Pillai
Shishir Sharma	...	JK Dixit
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Deepak Arora	...	Dr. Rajiv
Sakshi Bhatia	...	Reporter #2
Purnendu Bhattacharya	...	Forensic Expert
Sandeep Dhabale	...	Student (as Sandeep Shridhar)
Vijay Kumar Dogra	...	Kanahiya' brother in low
Sumit Gulati	...	Kanhaiya
Vipin Katyal	...	Attacker

Storyline

The story revolves around the mysterious murder cases of a 14-year girl, Shruti and the domestic help, Khempal who worked at her place. The film is based on the real life Noida Double Murder Case of 2008, where the parents were said to be the prime suspects of the murders. The film showcases three perspectives to the case which emerge as the investigation moves forward.

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Plot Keywords:

murder | investigation | based on true story | title directed by female | 

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Genres:

Crime | Drama | Mystery | Thriller

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Did You Know?

Trivia

Vishal Bhardwaj suggested the topic to the director Meghna Gulzar to make a movie as she was almost an expert on this case already due to her extensive knowledge.

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Goofs

While the story begins in 2008, soon after the murder, a Fluidic Verna car is seen in a scene. This car was launched in 2011. Similarly, in one scene, a Honda City is seen driving behind the police jeep. The latest version of Honda City was launched in 2014.

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Connections

References Permission (1987)

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Soundtracks

Shaam Ke Saaye
Performed by Arijit Singh (Vocals)
Lyrics by Gulzar
Guitars: Tushar Parte, Mayukh Sarkar
Flute: Paras Nath
Music composed by Vishal Bhardwaj

User Reviews

Rusty Sword

Talvar led by Irrfan Khan is a must watch movie. Got a chance to watch the paid preview of the movie. I wanted to wait for critic's response to the film, but somehow decided to attend the preview.

Meghna Gulzar's direction is gripping and thrilling. I am watching her work for the first time and will surely be eager to watch her future works. The film's narration is perfect and grasping, which result in an edge of the seat story. The background music is soothing and Gulzar made sure to give best for his daughter. There is not a single dull or bad moment in the film.

Talking about the stellar cast in the movie, I have to say 'mind blowing'. Irrfan Khan does it again. He leads the charge like a boss. It's so much fun to watch him on screen. He is serious, funny, humorous, sarcastic, unapologetic, rude..everything he plays with an ease. I don't know the names of many actors, even though I know them by face, everyone did a fantastic job.

It was great to watch a movie like Talvar on Gandhi Jayanti. The faults in the system, the non-interested investigating officers and the society..are properly represented in the movie. Thoroughly researched made the movie haunting and compelling.

A MUST WATCH MOVIE. FINEST MOVIE THIS YEAR.

Details

Official Sites:

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Country:

India

Language:

Hindi

Release Date:

2 October 2015 (USA)

Also Known As:

Talvar

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$144,713, 4 October 2015

Gross USA:

$342,370

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$6,879,098

Company Credits

Production Co:

Junglee Pictures, Vishal Bhardwaj Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

132 min

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1