Dono (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Dono (2023) Movie Details, Cast, Crew, Story, Release Date & Latest Updates
Dono (2023) is one of the most awaited Drama, Romance 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 Avnish S Barjatya at the helm, the film is set to make a significant mark on the Hindi film industry this year.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 5 October 2023 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Language | Hindi |
| Runtime | 2h 36m |
| Certification | UA |
| Director | Avnish S Barjatya |
| Producer | Kamal Kumar Barjatya |
| Writer | Avnish S Barjatya |
| Cinematography | Chirantan Das |
| Editor | Shweta Venkat Mathew |
Story & Plot
Dono (transl. Both) is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by debutant Avnish S. Barjatya, son of Sooraj R. Barjatya, and written by Avnish S. Barjatya and Manu Sharma. It is jointly produced by Rajshri Productions and Jio Studios. The film stars newcomers, Rajveer Deol and Paloma Dhillon.
Cast & Crew
Dono is helmed by Avnish S Barjatya and produced by Kamal Kumar Barjatya, with Paloma Thakeria, Kanikka Kapur, Manik Papneja, Rohan Khurana, Aditya Nanda, Poojan Chhabra leading the film. Paloma Thakeria 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 |
|---|---|
| Paloma Thakeria | Meghna |
| Kanikka Kapur | Alina |
| Manik Papneja | Gopal (Gappu) |
| Rohan Khurana | Nikhil |
| Aditya Nanda | Gaurav |
| Poojan Chhabra | Vilas |
| Gurdeep Kohli | Shilpa Kothari (Nikhil’s Mother) |
| Sanjay Nath | Jagmohan Kothari (Nikhil’s Father) |
| Mohit Chauhan | Ashok Jaisingh (Alina’s Father) |
| Tisca Chopra | Anjali Malhotra |
| Micky Makhija | Dilip Saraf (Dev’s Father) |
| Garima Agarwal | Sumitra |
| Suparna Marwah | Rashmi Jaisingh (Alina’s Mother) |
| Sonia Shrivastava | Nita Saraf (Dev’s Mother) |
| Gayatri Phulwani | Nirmala |
| Chitra Banerjee | Leena |
| Kuldeep Mallik | Subodh |
| Muskan Kalyani | Young Alina |
| Varun Buddhadev | Young Dev |
| Rajveer Deol | Dev |
| Avnish S Barjatya | Director |
| Sujeet Sawant | Production Design |
| Sriram Iyengar | Production Design |
| Avnish S Barjatya | Dialogue |
| Avnish S Barjatya | Story |
| Manu Sharma | Dialogue |
| Avnish S Barjatya | Screenplay |
| Manu Sharma | Screenplay |
| George Joseph | Original Music Composer |
| Chirantan Das | Director of Photography |
| Kamal Kumar Barjatya | Producer |
| Jyoti Deshpande | Producer |
| Rajkumar Barjatya | Producer |
| Ajit Kumar Barjatya | Producer |
| Shweta Venkat Mathew | Editor |
Key Crew
See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.
Director's Vision
Avnish S Barjatya brings a distinct and considered vision to Dono, shaping its drama, romance 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 Dono 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 Dono is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its drama, romance 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.
Box Office Collection
| Total Collection | ₹70.00 L |
Where to Watch
Moviegoers across India can catch Dono in theatres, with screenings planned across Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Mumbai. 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 Dono 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 Dono?
With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Dono has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of drama, romance 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 Dono as a potential standout film of the year.
