Besharam (2013)
DirectorAbhinav Kashyap
StarringRanbir Kapoor, Pallavi Sharda, Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh
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Best for: Fans of Ranbir Kapoor and action-comedy masala entertainers.
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Besharam story (no spoilers)
Babli (Ranbir Kapoor) is a street-smart car mechanic living in a Delhi orphanage. Charming and full of life, he steals cars to support the orphanage and has little sense of right or wrong. His world shifts when he unwittingly hurts Tara (Pallavi Sharda), the love of his life. Realising there is no right way of doing the wrong thing, Babli sets out to fix the wrongs in his life, staying shameless about it. The film blends action and comedy as Babli navigates his chaotic world, with a tone that is energetic and unapologetic, matching its tagline: 'No yearning for respect, no fear of humiliation.'
Should you watch Besharam?
Watch it for
- Ranbir Kapoor plays Babli, a shameless car mechanic, in a role that mixes charm with recklessness.
- The film pairs Ranbir with his real-life parents Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh, who play Chulbul and Bulbul Chautala.
- Director Abhinav Kashyap (of Dabangg fame) brings his signature masala action-comedy style.
- At 143 minutes, it's a compact dose of action and comedy for fans of the genre.
Skip it if
- You prefer films with a more polished or logical script; this one leans into its 'shameless' premise.
- You are not a fan of the action-comedy genre or over-the-top characters.
- You want a film with strong critical acclaim; this one has a low TMDB rating of 4.6/10.
Besharam cast
Ranbir Kapooras Besharam
Pallavi Shardaas Tara
Rishi Kapooras Chulbul Chautala
Neetu Singhas Bulbul Chautala
Javed Jaffreyas Bheem Singh Chandel
Himani Shivpurias Mrs. Sharma
Mohan Kapuras Lawyer ChaddhaBesharam movie details
| Director | Abhinav Kashyap |
|---|---|
| Writer | Abhinav Kashyap, Rajeev Barnwal |
| Music | Lalit Pandit |
| Producer | Sanjeev Gupta, Himanshu Mehra |
| Release date | 2 October 2013 |
| Runtime | 2h 23m (143 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | बेशरम |
| Certificate (India) | U |
| Budget | $7.7 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Besharam family friendly?
The film has a U certificate in India, indicating it is generally suitable for all ages, but this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Besharam is a loud, unapologetic action-comedy that rides on Ranbir Kapoor's charm and the novelty of his pairing with Rishi and Neetu Kapoor. The 143-minute runtime keeps things moving, but the film's low rating suggests it may not win over critics. It's a decent timepass for fans of the genre.
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Where can I watch Besharam online in India?
Besharam is available for streaming in India on Amazon Prime Video, including Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
What is the release date of Besharam?
Besharam was released in India on 2 October 2013.
Who is in the cast of Besharam?
The cast includes Ranbir Kapoor as Babli, Pallavi Sharda as Tara, Rishi Kapoor as Chulbul Chautala, Neetu Singh as Bulbul Chautala, Amitosh Nagpal as Titu, Javed Jaffrey as Bheem Singh Chandel, Himani Shivpuri as Mrs. Sharma, and Mohan Kapur as Lawyer Chaddha.
Who directed Besharam?
Besharam was directed by Abhinav Kashyap.
What is the runtime and certificate of Besharam?
Besharam has a runtime of 143 minutes and holds a U certificate in India.
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