Baghban (2003)
DirectorRavi Chopra
StarringAmitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Salman Khan, Mahima Chaudhry
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Best for: Families and fans of emotional Hindi dramas who appreciate a slow, character-driven story about parents and their children.
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Baghban story (no spoilers)
Raj Malhotra and his wife Pooja have spent their whole lives raising their children. Now elderly, they find themselves homeless as their children treat them as a burden instead of caring for them. The film explores this betrayal and the couple's struggle, asking the question in its tagline: Can you depend on your family? It is a Hindi drama about family duty and the pain of neglect.
Should you watch Baghban?
Watch it for
- Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini play the elderly couple Raj and Pooja Malhotra, carrying the emotional weight of the story.
- Director Ravi Chopra directs a drama that directly asks the tagline question: Can you depend on your family?
- The supporting cast includes Salman Khan as Alok Raj Malhotra, Mahima Chaudhry as Arpita Raj, and Paresh Rawal as Hemant Patel.
- At 183 minutes, it gives the family conflict room to unfold with music by Aadesh Shrivastava and Uttam Singh.
Skip it if
- You prefer shorter films; the 183-minute runtime demands patience.
- You want light entertainment rather than a drama about elderly parents being treated as a burden.
- You avoid emotional stories about family neglect and betrayal.
Baghban cast
Amitabh Bachchanas Raj Malhotra
Hema Malinias Pooja Malhotra
Salman Khanas Alok Raj Malhotra
Mahima Chaudhryas Arpita Raj
Aman Vermaas Ajay Malhotra
Paresh Rawalas Hemant Patel
Lillete Dubeyas Shanti Patel
Sharat Saxenaas Ram Avtaar
Rimi Senas Payal Malhotra
Sanjeeda Sheikhas Nilli
Samir Sonias Sanjay MalhotraBaghban movie details
| Director | Ravi Chopra |
|---|---|
| Writer | Achala Nagar, Shafiq Ansari, Satish Bhatnagar, Ram Govind |
| Music | Aadesh Shrivastava, Uttam Singh |
| Cinematography | Barun Mukherjee |
| Producer | Bharat Shah, B.R. Chopra |
| Release date | 3 October 2003 |
| Runtime | 3h 3m (183 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | बागबान |
| Certificate (India) | U |
| Worldwide box office | $4.8 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Baghban family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the U certificate and drama genre; the film is suitable for all ages. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Baghban is a straightforward Hindi drama that asks hard questions about family responsibility. Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini anchor the film as Raj and Pooja Malhotra, and the 183-minute runtime lets the story breathe. It is an honest, emotional watch if you connect with stories about ageing parents and neglect.
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Where can I watch Baghban online in India?
Baghban is available on Amazon Prime Video (including with Ads) and free on JioHotstar in India.
When was Baghban released?
Baghban was released in India on 3 October 2003.
Who is in the cast of Baghban?
The cast includes Amitabh Bachchan as Raj Malhotra, Hema Malini as Pooja Malhotra, Salman Khan as Alok Raj Malhotra, Mahima Chaudhry as Arpita Raj, Aman Verma as Ajay Malhotra, Paresh Rawal as Hemant Patel, Lillete Dubey as Shanti Patel, and Sharat Saxena as Ram Avtaar.
Who directed Baghban?
Baghban was directed by Ravi Chopra.
What is the runtime and certificate of Baghban?
Baghban runs for 183 minutes and has a U certificate in India.
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