Badla (2019) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Badla (2019) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Badla (2019) is one of the most awaited Crime, Thriller, Mystery, Drama films in Hindi cinema, bringing together a talented cast and crew under the Hindi banner. The film has sparked widespread discussion among Hindi cinema fans for its bold premise, its choice of genre, and the calibre of talent involved in front of and behind the camera. From its story to its theatrical release plans, here is everything Bbbollywood fans need to know about this hotly anticipated production. With director Sujoy Ghosh at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 8 March 2019 |
| Genre | Crime, Thriller, Mystery, Drama |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 0m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Sujoy Ghosh |
| Producer | Gauri Khan |
| Writer | Sujoy Ghosh |
| Cinematography | Avik Mukhopadhyay |
| Editor | Monisha R Baldawa |
Story & Plot
A dynamic young entrepreneur finds herself locked in a hotel room with the corpse of her dead lover. She hires a prestigious lawyer to defend her and they work together to figure out what actually happened.
Cast & Crew
Badla is helmed by Sujoy Ghosh and produced by Gauri Khan, with Taapsee Pannu, Tony Luke, Amrita Singh, Manav Kaul, Tanveer Ghani, Denzil Smith leading the film. Taapsee Pannu headlines the cast alongside a carefully chosen supporting ensemble drawn from Bbbollywood's growing and versatile talent pool. Each cast member brings their unique strengths and experience to the project, creating a dynamic ensemble that promises powerful on-screen performances. The chemistry between the lead actors has been a talking point in promotional discussions, and audiences can expect nuanced, layered portrayals from every member of the cast.
Lead Cast
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Taapsee Pannu | Naina Sethi |
| Tony Luke | Arjun Joseph |
| Amrita Singh | Rani Kaur |
| Manav Kaul | Jimmy Panjabi |
| Tanveer Ghani | Nirmal |
| Denzil Smith | Detective Sodhi |
| Mark Mansfield | TV Reporter |
| April Agarwal-aplin | Sanna Sethi |
| Rachel Flynn | Rachael Joseph |
| Jason Hetherington | The Driver |
| Selina Hotwani | Jasmeet |
| Maram Kamal | Hallie Hume |
| Shome Makhija | Sunil Sethi |
| Begonia Villalba | Police Officer |
| Paul Ellard | Train Passenger |
| Tariqsafdar Hussain | Police Sergeant |
| Elena Roxana Maria Fernandes | Receptionist |
| Antonio Aakeel | Sunny Singh Toor |
| Amitabh Bachchan | Badal Gupta |
| Sujoy Ghosh | Director |
| Gauri Khan | Producer |
| Shah Rukh Khan | Producer |
| Sunir Kheterpal | Producer |
| Mahipal Karan Rathore | Executive Producer |
| Gaurav Verma | Producer |
| Sujoy Ghosh | Screenplay |
| Raj Vasant | Dialogue |
| Priyata Dixit | Production Design |
| Paul Rowan | Production Design |
| Kaushik Das | Production Design |
| Amaal Mallik | Original Music Composer |
| Clinton Cerejo | Original Music Composer |
| Anupam Roy | Original Music Composer |
| Dipika Lal | Costume Design |
| Anirudh Singh | Costume Design |
| Monisha R Baldawa | Editor |
| Avik Mukhopadhyay | Director of Photography |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Sujoy Ghosh brings a distinct and considered vision to Badla, shaping its crime, thriller, mystery, drama narrative with a sharp eye for authentic Hindi storytelling. Known for meticulous attention to production detail, the director has assembled a technical crew that reflects the ambition of this project — from the cinematography and production design to the editing and sound design. The visual language of Badla is expected to reflect the emotional texture of its story, using lighting, framing, and location choices to build a vivid and immersive world for the audience.
Music & Soundtrack
Music plays a central and irreplaceable role in Hindi cinema, and Badla is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, thriller, mystery, drama tone and emotional arc. Full album details, song titles, and composer credits will be updated as they are officially released by the production team. Fans can expect a mix of melodious and peppy tracks that reflect the spirit of the film and the cultural heartbeat of India.
Official Trailer
Where to Watch
Badla is set for a wide theatrical release across India, covering major cities and districts including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata. The Cinema Verse strongly encourages Hindi cinema fans to experience this film on the big screen — the theatrical experience, with its immersive visuals, surround sound, and shared audience energy, brings the story of Badla to life in a way that no home viewing can replicate. Supporting Hindi films in cinemas also directly helps the Bbbollywood industry grow and produce more high-quality content for audiences everywhere.
Why Watch Badla?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Badla has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, thriller, mystery, drama films in particular have reason to look forward to this one, given the quality of talent assembled and the ambition of the production. Social media has been buzzing with discussions about the film's trailer, posters, and music — all of which point to a major release that could define this season for Bbbollywood. Box office observers are closely watching Badla as a potential standout film of the year.
