Quick Facts

Story & Plot

Vishal Bhardwaj's adaptation of William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', Haider - a young man returns home to Kashmir on receiving news of his father's disappearance. Not only does he learn that security forces have detained his father for harboring militants, but that his mother is in a relationship with his very own uncle. Intense drama follows between mother and son as both struggle to come to terms with news of his father's death. Soon Haider learns that his uncle is responsible for the gruesome murder, what follows is his journey to avenge his father's death.

Cast & Crew

Haider is helmed by Vishal Bhardwaj and produced by Ronnie Screwvala, with Tabu, Kay Kay Menon, Shraddha Kapoor, Narendra Jha, Irrfan Khan, Kulbhushan Kharbanda leading the film. Tabu 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

Key Crew

See the full crew breakdown in Quick Facts above, including director, producer, music direction, writing, cinematography, and editing credits.

Director's Vision

Vishal Bhardwaj brings a distinct and considered vision to Haider, shaping its crime, drama, action 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 Haider 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 Haider is expected to feature a soundtrack that perfectly complements its crime, drama, action 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

Moviegoers across India can catch Haider 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 Haider 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 Haider?

With its promising cast, strong creative team, and a story that taps into the pulse of Hindi society, Haider has generated significant buzz and anticipation among Hindi cinema audiences. Fans of crime, drama, action 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 Haider as a potential standout film of the year.

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