Animal (2023)
DirectorSandeep Reddy Vanga
StarringRanbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol
Watch onNetflix
Best for: Fans of intense action-crime dramas and Ranbir Kapoor's performances.
Where to watch Animal online in India
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Animal OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 1 December 2023 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 26 January 2024 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 56 days |
| Streaming now on | Netflix |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
The Animal Collection: all movies in order
- Animal (1 December 2023) · this movie
- Animal Park (release date not announced)
Listed in release order, as per TMDB's The Animal Collection.
Animal story (no spoilers)
Animal is a Hindi action-crime-drama released on 1 December 2023. Ranvijay Balbir Singh, played by Ranbir Kapoor, is the hardened son of powerful industrialist Balbir Singh, played by Anil Kapoor. After years abroad, Ranvijay returns home and vows to take bloody revenge on those threatening his father's life. The film follows his violent mission as he confronts enemies, including Abrar Haque, played by Bobby Deol. The story also involves Geetanjali Singh (Rashmika Mandanna), Zoya Riaz (Triptii Dimri), and family elders Bade Daarji (Prem Chopra) and Dadaji (Suresh Oberoi). At 201 minutes, the film is a long, intense ride with a tone that is dark, aggressive, and emotionally charged. The tagline 'A father-son bond carved in blood' hints at the central relationship and the violent lengths Ranvijay will go to. The film is certified A in India, indicating strong content.
Should you watch Animal?
Watch it for
- Ranbir Kapoor plays dual identities as Ranvijay Balbir Singh and Aziz Haque, while Anil Kapoor plays his father Balbir Singh, and Bobby Deol appears as the menacing Abrar Haque.
- Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga delivers a 201-minute action-crime-drama that explores a father-son bond through bloody revenge.
- The film's A certificate and tagline 'A father-son bond carved in blood' promise an intense, no-holds-barred tone.
- The ensemble cast includes Rashmika Mandanna, Triptii Dimri, Prem Chopra, Suresh Oberoi, and Shakti Kapoor.
Skip it if
- The 201-minute runtime demands a long attention span and may feel excessive for some viewers.
- The A certificate and action-crime-drama genre suggest strong violence and intense themes that are not for family viewing.
- The film's dark and aggressive tone may not appeal to those looking for lighter entertainment.
Animal cast
Ranbir Kapooras Ranvijay Balbir Singh / Aziz Haque
Rashmika Mandannaas Geetanjali Singh
Anil Kapooras Balbir Singh
Bobby Deolas Abrar Haque
Triptii Dimrias Zoya Riaz
Prem Chopraas Bade Daarji
Suresh Oberoias Dadaji
Shakti Kapooras Mishra
Upendra Limayeas Freddy
Babloo Prithiveerajas Asrar Haque
Saurabh Sachdevaas Abid HaqueAnimal movie details
| Director | Sandeep Reddy Vanga |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Suresh Bandaru, Pranay Reddy Vanga |
| Music | Harshavardhan Rameshwar, Pritam Chakraborty, Manan Bhardwaj, Ashim Kemson, Gurinder Seagal, Vishal Mishra, Shreyas Puranik, Jaani, Bhupinder Babbal |
| Cinematography | Amit Roy |
| Producer | Bhushan Kumar, Murad Khetani, Krishan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga |
| Release date | 1 December 2023 |
| Runtime | 3h 21m (201 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Certificate (India) | A |
| Budget | $13.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $108.3 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Animal family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the A certificate and action-crime-drama genre; the film contains strong violent and mature content. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Animal official trailer
Our verdict
Animal is a long, intense action-crime-drama powered by Ranbir Kapoor's dual role and a bloody father-son story. The 201-minute runtime and A certificate mean it's strictly for adult audiences who can handle strong violence. It's a bold, uncompromising film that delivers on its tagline.
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Where can I watch Animal online in India?
Animal is available for streaming on Netflix in India with a subscription.
When did Animal release in theatres?
Animal was released in Indian theatres on 1 December 2023.
Who is in the cast of Animal?
The cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Ranvijay Balbir Singh / Aziz Haque, Rashmika Mandanna as Geetanjali Singh, Anil Kapoor as Balbir Singh, Bobby Deol as Abrar Haque, Triptii Dimri as Zoya Riaz, Prem Chopra as Bade Daarji, Suresh Oberoi as Dadaji, and Shakti Kapoor as Mishra.
Who directed Animal?
Animal is directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.
What is the runtime of Animal?
Animal has a runtime of 201 minutes.
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