Barfi! is a 2012 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama directed and written by Anurag Basu, with editing by Akiv Ali and produced by UTV Motion Pictures. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Barfi, a deaf-mute man from Darjeeling, alongside Priyanka Chopra as Jhilmil, an autistic woman, and Ileana D’Cruz in her Hindi film debut as Shruti. The supporting cast includes Saurabh Shukla, Ashish Vidyarthi, Jisshu Sengupta, Roopa Ganguly, and Haradhan Bandopadhyay.
Barfi - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Barfi |
| Genre: | Drama Romantic |
| Language: | Hindi |
| Director: | Anurag Basu |
| Main Cast: | Ranbir Kapoor Priyanka Chopra Ileana D'Cruz |
| Release Date: | 14 September 2012 |
| Banner: | Ishana Movies UTV Motion Pictures |
| Music: | Pritam |
| Budget: | ₹35 crore |
| Runtime: | 2h 31m |
Set against the backdrop of 1970s Darjeeling and Kolkata, the film explores Barfi’s relationships with Shruti and Jhilmil. With a production budget of ₹35 crore, Barfi! premiered in theaters on 14 September 2012 and received widespread acclaim for its performances, direction, screenplay, cinematography, and its sensitive portrayal of disability. It emerged as a significant financial success, grossing approximately ₹175 crore worldwide and becoming one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films of the year. Barfi! achieved cult status for its engaging narrative, memorable soundtrack, and the heartfelt performances of its cast. It was selected as India’s official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film category at the 85th Academy Awards. The film garnered numerous accolades, leading with 12 nominations at the 58th Filmfare Awards, including Best Director (Basu), Best Actress (Chopra), and Best Supporting Actress (D’Cruz), ultimately winning 7 awards, such as Best Film, Best Actor (Kapoor), Best Female Debut (D’Cruz), and Best Music Director (Pritam).
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Barfi Movie Story
Murphy, affectionately known as Barfi, is an optimistic and charming young man born deaf and mute in Darjeeling. After his mother passed away during childbirth, his father, Jungbahadur, raised him while working as a chauffeur. Barfi is notorious for his mischievous antics, often cutting lampposts and playing practical jokes, which attract the attention of Inspector Sudhanshu Dutta, a local police officer. Barfi’s life takes a turn when he meets Shruti Ghosh, a beautiful and educated girl who has just moved to Darjeeling. Despite being engaged to Ranjeet Sengupta and set to marry in three months, Barfi quickly becomes enamored with her. Shruti also develops feelings for Barfi, but her mother discourages her from pursuing a relationship, believing Barfi’s disabilities and financial struggles make him an unsuitable partner. Reluctantly, Shruti follows her mother’s advice, marries Ranjeet, and leaves town, severing all ties with Barfi.
As Barfi grapples with his heartbreak, he faces a new crisis when his father is diagnosed with kidney failure, requiring ₹7,000 for surgery. In a desperate attempt to raise the money, Barfi considers kidnapping his childhood friend, Jhilmil Chatterjee, an autistic heiress, for ransom. However, when he arrives at Jhilmil’s home, he learns she has already been kidnapped. Her father, Durjoy Chatterjee, files a police report and arranges a ransom of ₹50,000. While evading Inspector Dutta for his earlier bank robbery attempt, Barfi spots Jhilmil in a van. Seizing the moment, he sneaks inside, drives her away from the ransom drop, and hides her in his apartment, all while the police close in on him.
Barfi Movie Review
What a charming film! It’s a heartwarming masterpiece that leaves you speechless, especially thanks to Ranbir’s incredible performance. Both Ranbir and Priyanka truly nail their roles, making you fall in love with their characters. The film beautifully illustrates the essence of true love “To live and die together in each other’s arms, so no one is left behind” which is my favorite line. It captures the unique and touching story perfectly. You could watch it a hundred times and still feel the same emotions. With a delightful blend of love and comedy, this is definitely a movie you shouldn’t miss
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FAQ About Barfi Movie
Q1 – Who Directed Barfi Movie?
A -Anurag Basu
Q2-What Genre Is Barfi Movie?
A-Drama Romantic
Q3-Lead Cast of Barfi Movie?
A-Ranbir Kapoor
Q4- Rating Of Barfi Movie?
A-13+