Hera Pheri (2000)
DirectorPriyadarshan
StarringAkshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Tabu
Watch onAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Goldmines Play Amazon Channel
Best for: Fans of Hindi comedy-crime films who enjoy ensemble casts and a classic ransom caper.
Where to watch Hera Pheri online in India
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Hera Pheri Collection: all movies in order
- Hera Pheri (31 March 2000) · this movie
- Phir Hera Pheri (9 June 2006)
- Hera Pheri 3 (release date not announced)
Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Hera Pheri Collection.
Hera Pheri story (no spoilers)
In Hera Pheri, two tenants and their landlord are desperate for money. Their situation changes when they accidentally receive a ransom call through a cross connection. Seeing a way out, they hatch a plan to claim the ransom for themselves. The Hindi comedy-crime film sets up a scheme that drives the story, with the trio's financial desperation at the centre. The tone is comedic, built around the chaos of ordinary people stumbling into a crime.
Should you watch Hera Pheri?
Watch it for
- Paresh Rawal plays Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, the landlord caught up in the ransom scheme.
- Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty star as Raju and Shyam, the two tenants who join the plan.
- Director Priyadarshan blends comedy and crime in a 156-minute Hindi film.
- The cast includes Tabu, Om Puri, Gulshan Grover, Kulbhushan Kharbanda and Mukesh Khanna.
Skip it if
- You prefer shorter films; Hera Pheri runs 156 minutes.
- You want a pure thriller without comedic treatment of a ransom plot.
- You are looking for a recent release; this film came out on 31 March 2000.
Hera Pheri cast
Akshay Kumaras Raju
Suniel Shettyas Shyam
Paresh Rawalas Baburao Ganpatrao Apte
Tabuas Anuradha Shivshankar Panikar
Om Purias Kharak Singh
Gulshan Groveras Kabira
Kulbhushan Kharbandaas Devi Prasad
Mukesh Khannaas Inspector Prakash Mathur
Asranias Bank Manager
Razak Khanas Chhota Chetan
Kashmera Shahas Kabira's Gang Member
Sulabha Aryaas Savitri DeviHera Pheri movie details
| Director | Priyadarshan |
|---|---|
| Writer | Neeraj Vora |
| Music | Surendra Singh Sodhi, Bally Sagoo, Anu Malik, Lalit Sen |
| Cinematography | Jeeva |
| Producer | A. G. Nadiawala, Firoz A. Nadiadwala |
| Release date | 31 March 2000 |
| Runtime | 2h 36m (156 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Certificate (India) | U |
| Budget | $1.7 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $4.8 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Hera Pheri family friendly?
The film has a U certificate in India, but this is a general guide and parents may want to check specifics. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Hera Pheri is a 2000 Hindi comedy-crime film with a strong cast led by Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal. The premise of a ransom call and a plan to claim the money for themselves gives the film its comedic drive. At 156 minutes, it is a long watch, but the U certificate makes it accessible for a broad audience.
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WelcomeFrequently asked questions
Where can I watch Hera Pheri online in India?
Hera Pheri is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Goldmines Play Amazon Channel in India.
What is the release date of Hera Pheri?
Hera Pheri was released in India on 31 March 2000.
Who is in the cast of Hera Pheri?
The cast includes Akshay Kumar as Raju, Suniel Shetty as Shyam, Paresh Rawal as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, Tabu as Anuradha Shivshankar Panikar, Om Puri as Kharak Singh, Gulshan Grover as Kabira, Kulbhushan Kharbanda as Devi Prasad, and Mukesh Khanna as Inspector Prakash Mathur.
Who directed Hera Pheri?
Hera Pheri was directed by Priyadarshan.
What is the runtime and certificate of Hera Pheri?
Hera Pheri has a runtime of 156 minutes and holds a U certificate in India.
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