In the darkest of times, one man stood for humanity|Mar. 24, 2023|India|112 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Bollywood;Drama
Description: “Bheed” is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language black-and-white drama film written, directed, and produced by Anubhav Sinha. Set during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown in India, the movie presents a fictional narrative inspired by the largest migration in Indian history since the 1947 partition. The film features Rajkummar Rao in the lead role, supported by Bhumi Pednekar, Dia Mirza, Ashutosh Rana, Pankaj Kapur, and Kritika Kamra.
Principal photography began in October 2021 and concluded in December 2021. Released on 24 March 2023, “Bheed” received positive reviews from critics but struggled commercially. The story revolves around various characters navigating the challenges of the lockdown and their journey to find safety.
Critics praised the film for its impactful storytelling and performances. Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV awarded it 4 out of 5 stars, applauding the cast’s work and Sinha’s direction, emphasizing the film’s powerful message. Film critic Subhash K. Jha hailed it as a masterpiece, giving it a perfect 5 out of 5 stars and commending its exploration of class and caste dynamics in India. Yatamanyu Narain of News18 gave it 4 out of 5 stars, describing it as a cathartic experience that delves into humanity’s darkest chapters during the pandemic.
Overall, “Bheed” is celebrated for its bold storytelling and social commentary, standing out as a significant work in contemporary Indian cinema.
Cast director: Anubhav Sinha
Cast actor: Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Kapur, Bhumi Pednekar, Ashutosh Rana, Dia Mirza, Kritika Kamra, Veerendra Saxena, Aditya Srivastava, Sushil Pandey, Karan A. Pandit
Original name: भीड़