Monsoon Wedding (2001)
DirectorMira Nair
StarringNaseeruddin Shah, Lillete Dubey, Shefali Shah, Vasundhara Das
Watch onNot on major OTT platforms in India
Best for: Viewers who enjoy warm, ensemble family comedies with a dramatic edge.
Where to watch Monsoon Wedding online in India
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Monsoon Wedding story (no spoilers)
In Mira Nair's comedy-drama Monsoon Wedding, Lalit Verma is a stressed father preparing for his daughter Aditi's arranged marriage. As relatives from around the world descend on the family home, a bride-to-be with a secret and a smitten event planner add to the chaos. The film mixes humour and drama as the wedding preparations become much ado about family, love and secrets.
Should you watch Monsoon Wedding?
Watch it for
- Mira Nair directs a cast led by Naseeruddin Shah as Lalit Verma and Vasundhara Das as Aditi Verma.
- The film blends comedy, drama and romance across a 114-minute runtime.
- Mychael Danna's music score accompanies the wedding preparations.
- The story centres on an arranged marriage in India, with a tagline promising rain and family.
Skip it if
- You prefer films with a single genre focus rather than a mix of comedy, drama and romance.
- You dislike large ensemble family stories with multiple intersecting subplots.
- You want a fast-paced plot; this is a character-driven wedding preparation story.
Monsoon Wedding cast
Naseeruddin Shahas Lalit Verma
Lillete Dubeyas Pimmi Verma
Shefali Shahas Ria Verma
Vasundhara Dasas Aditi Verma
Parvin Dabasas Hemant Rai
Vijay Raazas P.K. Dubey
Tillotama Shomeas Alice
Kulbhushan Kharbandaas C. L. Chadha
Randeep Hoodaas Rahul Chadha
Rajat Kapooras Tej PuriMonsoon Wedding movie details
| Director | Mira Nair |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sabrina Dhawan |
| Music | Mychael Danna |
| Cinematography | Declan Quinn |
| Producer | Robyn Aronstam, Mira Nair, Caroline Baron |
| Release date | 30 August 2001 |
| Runtime | 1h 54m (114 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | United States, France, Germany, Italy |
| Languages spoken in the film | English, Hindi |
| Budget | $1.2 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $30.8 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Monsoon Wedding family friendly?
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Monsoon Wedding official trailer
Our verdict
Monsoon Wedding is a well-acted, lively look at an Indian family wedding, with Mira Nair balancing humour and drama. The cast, including Naseeruddin Shah and Vasundhara Das, brings the chaotic preparations to life. It is an honest, entertaining watch for fans of ensemble family stories.
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Where can I watch Monsoon Wedding online in India?
Monsoon Wedding is not currently listed on major Indian OTT platforms for free streaming.
When was Monsoon Wedding released?
Monsoon Wedding was released worldwide on 30 August 2001, and in Indian theatres on 30 November 2001.
Who directed Monsoon Wedding?
Monsoon Wedding was directed by Mira Nair.
Who is in the cast of Monsoon Wedding?
The cast includes Naseeruddin Shah as Lalit Verma, Lillete Dubey as Pimmi Verma, Shefali Shah as Ria Verma, Vasundhara Das as Aditi Verma, Parvin Dabas as Hemant Rai, Vijay Raaz as P.K. Dubey, Tillotama Shome as Alice, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda as C. L. Chadha.
What is the runtime of Monsoon Wedding?
Monsoon Wedding runs for 114 minutes.
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