Rangoon (2017)

Name: Rangoon
Genre: War, History, Drama, Romance
Released: 2017-02-24
Duration: 2 h 47 min
Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut, Saif Ali Khan, Richard McCabe, Alex Avery

24 February 20172h 47mHindiIndia

UAWar History Drama Romance

6.1/10TMDB · 37 votes

DirectorVishal Bhardwaj

StarringShahid Kapoor, Kangana Ranaut, Saif Ali Khan, Richard McCabe

Watch onNot on major OTT platforms in India

Best for: Fans of period dramas and love triangles set against historical conflicts.

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Rangoon story (no spoilers)

Rangoon is a 2017 Hindi war drama set during World War II. Miss Julia, a performer, travels to the Indo-Burma border at the insistence of her lover, Rustom Rusi Billimoria, to entertain troops. There she meets Nawab Malik, a soldier, and falls in love with him. The film explores the tension between love, war, and deceit as Julia is torn between two men against the backdrop of conflict. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the movie blends history, romance, and drama, with a runtime of 167 minutes. It stars Kangana Ranaut as Miss Julia, Shahid Kapoor as Nawab Malik, and Saif Ali Khan as Rustom Rusi Billimoria. The story delves into the complexities of relationships amid wartime pressures, with the tagline 'Love. War. Deceit' hinting at the emotional and moral challenges faced by the characters.

Should you watch Rangoon?

Watch it for

Vishal Bhardwaj directs and composes music for this war drama, marking his return to period settings.
The lead trio of Kangana Ranaut, Shahid Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan play characters caught in a love triangle against a wartime backdrop.
The film blends genres of war, history, drama, and romance, offering a mix of action and emotional conflict.
With a runtime of 167 minutes, it provides an immersive experience into the 1940s setting and intricate relationships.

Skip it if

You may not enjoy the 167-minute runtime if you prefer shorter, faster-paced films.
The UA certificate indicates some mature content, so those seeking purely family-friendly entertainment might want to skip.
If you are not interested in period war dramas or love triangles, the plot may not appeal to you.

Rangoon cast

Shahid Kapooras Nawab Malik

Kangana Ranautas Miss Julia

Saif Ali Khanas Rustom Rusi Billimoria

Richard McCabeas Major General Harding

Alex Averyas Major Williams

Amruta Khanvilkaras Rjaji's Wife

Surendra Palas Rajaji

Gajraj Raoas Ahuja

Lin Laishramas Mema

Rangoon movie details

Director	Vishal Bhardwaj
Writer	Matthew Robbins, Sabrina Dhawan, Vishal Bhardwaj
Music	Vishal Bhardwaj
Cinematography	Pankaj Kumar
Producer	Sajid Nadiadwala, Vishal Bhardwaj
Release date	24 February 2017
Runtime	2h 47m (167 minutes)
Original language	Hindi
Country of origin	India
Languages spoken in the film	English, Hindi
Original title	रंगून
Certificate (India)	UA
Budget	$12.0 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Rangoon family friendly?

ViolenceModerate

LanguageMild

Sexual contentMild

Family viewingNot ideal

This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and war genre; parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

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Our verdict

Rangoon offers a compelling mix of romance and war drama, anchored by strong performances from its lead cast. Vishal Bhardwaj's direction and music add depth to the period setting. However, the lengthy runtime and familiar love triangle may not appeal to all viewers.